Aiii. Within our organisation, duty of care means that our employer, the agency has a duty to look after us, by that I mean ensuring that we receive the necessary training prior to carrying out our duties and that we are regularly briefed about changes to regulations. The agency is obliged to ensure that we have all the necessary information, training, instruction and supervision to prepare us to deliver the care to the service users. Aiv. Duty of Care contributes to safeguarding individuals by obligating a level of care towards them as is reasonable in all circumstances to avoid injury to either themselves or their property.
Also planning the day and having a routine which best fits around each individual ensuring that their best interests and personal choices come first. Other ways are - It also our duty of care to promote independence, and ensure that all individuals are aware of what their rights are. We should be aware of how to recognize signs of abuse, neglect or unacceptable behaviour and to follow policies and procedures if this happens All individuals should be treated fairly and without prejudice Informing management if there is anything that is stopping us from carrying out our job safely Complying with health and safety regulations Ensuring residents know about the complaints procedure and to report a complaint | 1.2 Explain how duty of care contributes to the safeguarding or protectionof individuals | We are responsible in keeping individuals safe from harm, whether it is illness, abuse or harm and injury. We can do this by involving families and other health care professionals in their care plan, getting ideas on ways best to support their family. Following a code of practice and
BTEC Unit 4: Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care. Outcome 1 Explain the different actions to take when abuse is suspected and alleged. Identify ways of ensuring that evidence of abuse is preserved. Contain an appropriate image. Where a member of staff in a care setting believes a vulnerable adult is being abused it must be reported immediately to his/her Manager or senior, unless that person is himself under scrutiny, in such a case the matter must be reported to higher management.
Unit 13 Principles for Implementing duty of care in health social care or children's and young peoples settings 1 understand how duty of care contributes to safe practice. 1.1 Explain what it means to have a duty of care in own work roles A duty of care is a legal requirement and would be tested in court in the event of negligence or malpractice that all health and social care professionals that provide a health and care service is that you must put the interest of the service users you help and support first and to do everything in your power to keep them safe from any harm. In your work role to have duty of care underpins everything that you do, it underlies the codes of practice and this should be built into your practice on a day-to-day level. and would be tested in court in the event of negligence or malpractice. 1.2 Explain how duty of care contributes to the safeguarding or protection of individuals.
The social care worker must do everything they can to keep the service users safe from harm, injury and abuse. This can be achieved by following and adhering to the following: * Work within the definition of your job role. * Keep accurate records and documentation as necessary. * Agreed ways of working of your employer which includes: - Policies and Procedures of your organisation, which are essential pieces of information that will enable the social care worker to work professionally and safely. .
Employers in social care and in the health sector carry out CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checks, as this is a requirement for those working in the sectors. Certain offences may disqualify potential apprentices from employment in these sectors and thus automatically preclude them from completing the apprenticeship framework. Potential apprentices should therefore discuss any relevant matters with their employer prior to enrolment. It is very important that someone wanting to complete an Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care is totally aware of all the work and study requirements, timescales for achievement and additionally is fully supported during this process by their employer who may be asked
Civil servants must be proficient at building trust and a healthy working relationship with the main stakeholders. Stakeholders are essential to the future and development in civil service. Stakeholders such as political bodies, community groups, employees, and law enforcement agencies must have healthy communication and collaboration for the success of civil service
MOVING AND HANDLING IN A SOCIAL CARE SETTING. When you are assisting and supporting someone with their mobility, there is legislation in place that governs how this should be done in an environment that is safe for the individual you are supporting as well as yourself. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is there to promote and ensure that the techniques and equipment you use are safe for both you and the person you are supporting, as well as making sure that you are properly trained in using the equipment, and supporting someone using it. The Health and Social Care Act 2008. Part 4 relates directly to the quality and safety of care.
Service users can expect to be accommodated within a clean and safe environment, protected from harm and treated with respect and dignity by social care workers. Service users should receive the right support and care from qualified and trained staff. Service providers should monitor their services ensuring you that you are receiving adequate care or support. Should service users have any issues with their service providers they have the right to complain and have the matter dealt with accordingly. Personal details and records of service users are to be to be kept up to date and stored safely.
This will improve the experience that the service user has. Training can ensure that all staff members provide their service users with excellent care in as safe environment meaning they will have a great