Abc4 Unit 2
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ABC Level 2 Award/Certificate in Youth Work Practice
Evidence and Assessment Log Unit 2
Unit Title:
(A/602/6383)
Safeguarding Young People in a Youth Work Setting
Unit 2 Safeguarding Young People in a Youth Work Setting [A/602/6383] | Level2 | Credit Value4 | Guided Learning Hours30 | Unit Summery: This unit outlines knowledge and skills relating to the safeguarding of young people in a youth work setting. The unit needs to be assessed in line with the LLUK’s Assessment Strategy for Youth Work |
Learning Outcomes (1 to 3)The learner will | Assessment Criteria (1.1 to 3.4)The learner can | 1. Understand health and safety legislation, policies and procedures | 1.1 Identify the legislation, policies and procedures relevant to own role within the workplace in relation to …show more content…
Health and Safety | | 1.2 Describe personal health and safety responsibilities within the workplace | 2. Know the legislation, policies, procedures relating to the safeguarding of young people | 2.1 Describe how legislation, policies and procedures regarding safeguarding impact on own role in the workplace | | 2.2 State the boundaries of confidentiality when working with young people | | 2.3 Identify the workplace incident reporting and record keeping processes and their functions | | 2.4 Describe the issues which may arise in implementing safeguarding procedures | 3. Be able to assess risk in a youth work setting | 3.1 Describe possible risks within the workplace | * | 3.2 Carry out a risk assessment within a supervised youth work setting | | 3.3 Identify steps to reduce potential hazards in the workplace | *
DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY
This declaration must be completed and signed by the learner and countersigned by the tutor / assessor and covers all evidence submitted for moderation.
Learner Name | | Unique Learner Number (ULN) | | ABC Learner Reg. ID | | Qualification Title | | Centre Name | |
Learner statement of authenticity
I confirm, that the attached assignment / portfolio is all my own work and does not include any work completed by anyone other than myself. I have completed the assignment / portfolio in accordance with ABC Awards’ instructions and within the time limits set by my centre.
Signature | | Date | |
Centre confirmation of authenticity
On behalf of Need 2 Succeed, I confirm that the above mentioned learner, to the best of my knowledge, is the sole author of the completed assignment / portfolio attached, and the assessments have been completed under the required conditions.
Signed | | Date | | Name | | Title | |
Counter Signature/IQA Sampling:
Signed | | Date | | Name | | Title | |
Learning Outcome 1. Understand health and safety legislation, policies and procedures
Assessment Criteria: 1.1 Identify the legislation, policies and procedures relevant to own role within the workplace in relation to Health and SafetyThe Health and safety policies, legislations and procedures in place that apply to my role are the Health and safety act 1974 and Endeavour’s own Health and safety procedures and policies. Please find enclosed a copy of these within my evidence log. These can be found in my club policies folder located within the main area of club and on the pin board within the entrance of my club. The mandatory HSE law poster which is displayed in the kitchen also dictates certain laws that are relevant to my role too. | 1.2 Describe personal health and safety responsibilities within the workplaceAs an employee I have certain responsibilities for mine, my colleagues and the young peoples well being.
I have a responsibility to take reasonable care of our own health and safety, this means watching out for any potential hazard that may cause harm to others, to make sure the premises is as it should be, fire exits are clear etc, making sure we avoid anything that presents a hazard, for example in the kitchen when we are cooking it is my responsibility to make sure that all young people remove jewellery, hair is tied back and sensible clothing is worn. This is all part of me taking care not to put myself, colleagues or young people at risk by what I am doing or what I don’t do. I must not interfere or misuse any equipment that my employer provides this includes equipment provided for our own health and safety. I have a responsibility to report all accidents, incidents and near misses. This means I must provide details of what happened and what I did as an employee. I also hold a responsibility as an employee to notify my employer of any personal changes i.e. next of kin, address, etc.
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Learning Outcome 2. Know the legislation, policies, procedures relating to the safeguarding of young people
2.1 Describe how legislation, policies and procedures regarding safeguarding impact on own role in the workplaceSafeguarding young people is about much more than child protection. It means taking a comprehensive approach that prevents young people from any potential source of harm. We have our own safeguarding policies and procedures that we must adhere to in case of an incident. I have an obligation as an employee to know our safeguarding policies and procedures that are in place with regards to safeguarding. As an employee I have an obligation to know how to deal with issues around safeguarding and be able to recognize symptoms or behavior, know how to report it within our procedures and how to refer it if I feel it needs to. Our policies and procedures are there to protect the young people, my colleagues and myself. Legislation also plays a role as we have to take into consideration the five outcomes identified in ‘every child matters’ and the ‘children act 2004’. These are:Being healthy – enjoying good physical and mental health and living a healthy lifestyle.Staying safe – being protected from harm and neglect.Enjoying and achieving – getting the most out of life and developing the skills for adulthood.Making a positive contribution – being involved with the community and society and not engaging in anti-social or offending behaviour.Economic well-being – not being prevented by economic disadvantage from achieving their full potential.We as a youth club and I as an employee, have to make sure that everything we plan and deliver to the young people cover these 5 outcomes to ensure well-being in childhood and later life. | 2.2 State the boundaries of confidentiality when working with young peopleThe assurance of confidence is crucial in allowing young people to express their feelings however, some information from young people may raise some concerns. We have to inform the young person of our duty of care as a person in a privileged position that we can’t keep everything confidential. If something is of concern to us we need to explain to them what will be done as a result of a concern raised by us. Our safeguarding policy on confidentiality sits within the wider context of safeguarding children and young people and confidentiality. Confidentiality is only broken if there is disclosure of information which puts a child or anyone else at risk. If this happens we have clear procedures we must follow which may involve other relevant professionals. The young person is always may aware of this. |
2.3 Identify the workplace incident reporting and record keeping processes and their functions * Accident/incident book – this is located with a first aid kit in the main area of our club in the kitchen. Only staff has access to this area, unless young people have been given permission. * Safeguarding policy – This is kept within the policies folder which can be found either in the office or another copy can be found in the policies folder in the main kitchen area of club. * Safeguarding procedure – this can be found on display in the club on the information board in the entrance of the club. | 2.4 Describe the issues which may arise in implementing safeguarding proceduresOther professionals may become involved. This could affect the relationship between myself and the young person and/or the young person’s family. The young person or the family could feel like we were ‘interfering’. This could result in the young person’s family not allowing them to attend club. Especially if young person’s family are approached by other professionals involved. This could result in lost trust between the family and the whole of the club. The information of accusations that I put forward may be investigated. This means people may be approached for statements and some things may or may not be revealed but this may have two profound effects on the victim and/or the accused. If truth is found within the information then some details may be revealed that families may find uncomfortable or upsetting. On the flip side, if the information is found to be false the accused may have strong feelings towards the club and or individual. This again may result in the family or young person feeling like the club interfered or were being ‘nosey’ some may take this as an intrusion of their privacy and ultimately may make choose to remove the young person from the club and this could have an effect on their school attendance. Another issue that could arise when reporting such a serious accusation is the amount or lack of knowledge of the situation. Assumptions from information gathered from a young person must not be made and you must be absolutely certain when reporting such a serious accusation. Everyone forms close bonds/friendships with people they work with and this presents one of the biggest issues when implementing safeguarding. Unfortunately being in such a privileged position this may mean having to report someone who is close to me. This also presents itself as a problem to you for you may have certain feelings towards this person after certain details emerge or someone may find it difficult to believe or report a close friend or someone who you thought you knew. |
Learning Outcome 3. Be able to assess risk in a youth work setting
3.1 Describe possible risks within the workplaceThere are numerous hazards and risks within the youth club I work in. Fire is always a risk, wherever you work, either intentionally or by accident, we have numerous procedures in place should this happen, this procedure is on display in the club.Electrocution, this is always a hazard when electrical items are widely used within the youth club. However we take steps toward making sure all of our electrical items are safe by regularly having them ‘pat’ tested. Lifting is always a possible hazard and the club presents risks throughout the club with regards to the heavy equipment we have. Falling over due to spilt drinks is a big risk we face in club. We sell drinks in our tuck shops and the young people regularly move around club with these so we need to make sure we are always patrolling or there is always a leader in each room to supervise. This includes the toilets where taps are accessible to the young people. All chemicals we carry in the youth club are risks to everyone. We need to make sure these are locked away in cupboards that are not accessible to the young people. Trips and hazards are always around the club but we must make sure that all trip hazards are dealt with. Obstructed fire exits. All fire exits must be kept clear at all times. We all have a responsibility to make sure all fire exits and exit pathways are clear of obstructions. | 3.2 Carry out a risk assessment within a supervised youth work settingCarry out a risk assessment for a planned activity you are undertaking. This assessment will be observed by your line manager and recorded on their Managers Observation/Witness Statement Form; or your assessor and will be recorded on an observation assessment form. | 3.3 Identify steps to reduce potential hazards in the workplaceIf a fire was to break out we have numerous procedures in place should this happen, this procedure is on display in the club. We operate a strict ‘no smoking’ policy throughout the premises. We have fire extinguishers at certain locations in the building and fire exits with clear signage to signpost people to the safe meeting point. We regularly test our fire alarms and do bi-annual fire drills.We take steps towards making sure all of our electrical items are safe by regularly having them ‘pat’ tested.We always patrol the building or there is always a leader in each room to supervise to make sure each room is safe for the young people. This includes the toilets where taps are accessible to the young people. All chemicals are locked away in cupboards that are not accessible to the young people. We all have a responsibility to make sure all fire exits and exit pathways are clear of obstructions, if anything is obstructing the pathways or fire exits we must act swiftly to remove the obstruction and free the exit/path. |
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[ 1 ]. Unless otherwise stated e.g. for some entry-level qualifications, learners can work together but should identify sections which are their own work.
ABC Level 2 Award/Certificate in Youth Work Practice
Evidence and Assessment Log Unit 2
Unit Title:
(A/602/6383)
Safeguarding Young People in a Youth Work Setting
Unit 2 Safeguarding Young People in a Youth Work Setting [A/602/6383] | Level2 | Credit Value4 | Guided Learning Hours30 | Unit Summery: This unit outlines knowledge and skills relating to the safeguarding of young people in a youth work setting. The unit needs to be assessed in line with the LLUK’s Assessment Strategy for Youth Work |
Learning Outcomes (1 to 3)The learner will | Assessment Criteria (1.1 to 3.4)The learner can | 1. Understand health and safety legislation, policies and procedures | 1.1 Identify the legislation, policies and procedures relevant to own role within the workplace in relation to …show more content…
Health and Safety | | 1.2 Describe personal health and safety responsibilities within the workplace | 2. Know the legislation, policies, procedures relating to the safeguarding of young people | 2.1 Describe how legislation, policies and procedures regarding safeguarding impact on own role in the workplace | | 2.2 State the boundaries of confidentiality when working with young people | | 2.3 Identify the workplace incident reporting and record keeping processes and their functions | | 2.4 Describe the issues which may arise in implementing safeguarding procedures | 3. Be able to assess risk in a youth work setting | 3.1 Describe possible risks within the workplace | * | 3.2 Carry out a risk assessment within a supervised youth work setting | | 3.3 Identify steps to reduce potential hazards in the workplace | *
DECLARATION OF AUTHENTICITY
This declaration must be completed and signed by the learner and countersigned by the tutor / assessor and covers all evidence submitted for moderation.
Learner Name | | Unique Learner Number (ULN) | | ABC Learner Reg. ID | | Qualification Title | | Centre Name | |
Learner statement of authenticity
I confirm, that the attached assignment / portfolio is all my own work and does not include any work completed by anyone other than myself. I have completed the assignment / portfolio in accordance with ABC Awards’ instructions and within the time limits set by my centre.
Signature | | Date | |
Centre confirmation of authenticity
On behalf of Need 2 Succeed, I confirm that the above mentioned learner, to the best of my knowledge, is the sole author of the completed assignment / portfolio attached, and the assessments have been completed under the required conditions.
Signed | | Date | | Name | | Title | |
Counter Signature/IQA Sampling:
Signed | | Date | | Name | | Title | |
Learning Outcome 1. Understand health and safety legislation, policies and procedures
Assessment Criteria: 1.1 Identify the legislation, policies and procedures relevant to own role within the workplace in relation to Health and SafetyThe Health and safety policies, legislations and procedures in place that apply to my role are the Health and safety act 1974 and Endeavour’s own Health and safety procedures and policies. Please find enclosed a copy of these within my evidence log. These can be found in my club policies folder located within the main area of club and on the pin board within the entrance of my club. The mandatory HSE law poster which is displayed in the kitchen also dictates certain laws that are relevant to my role too. | 1.2 Describe personal health and safety responsibilities within the workplaceAs an employee I have certain responsibilities for mine, my colleagues and the young peoples well being.
I have a responsibility to take reasonable care of our own health and safety, this means watching out for any potential hazard that may cause harm to others, to make sure the premises is as it should be, fire exits are clear etc, making sure we avoid anything that presents a hazard, for example in the kitchen when we are cooking it is my responsibility to make sure that all young people remove jewellery, hair is tied back and sensible clothing is worn. This is all part of me taking care not to put myself, colleagues or young people at risk by what I am doing or what I don’t do. I must not interfere or misuse any equipment that my employer provides this includes equipment provided for our own health and safety. I have a responsibility to report all accidents, incidents and near misses. This means I must provide details of what happened and what I did as an employee. I also hold a responsibility as an employee to notify my employer of any personal changes i.e. next of kin, address, etc.
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Learning Outcome 2. Know the legislation, policies, procedures relating to the safeguarding of young people
2.1 Describe how legislation, policies and procedures regarding safeguarding impact on own role in the workplaceSafeguarding young people is about much more than child protection. It means taking a comprehensive approach that prevents young people from any potential source of harm. We have our own safeguarding policies and procedures that we must adhere to in case of an incident. I have an obligation as an employee to know our safeguarding policies and procedures that are in place with regards to safeguarding. As an employee I have an obligation to know how to deal with issues around safeguarding and be able to recognize symptoms or behavior, know how to report it within our procedures and how to refer it if I feel it needs to. Our policies and procedures are there to protect the young people, my colleagues and myself. Legislation also plays a role as we have to take into consideration the five outcomes identified in ‘every child matters’ and the ‘children act 2004’. These are:Being healthy – enjoying good physical and mental health and living a healthy lifestyle.Staying safe – being protected from harm and neglect.Enjoying and achieving – getting the most out of life and developing the skills for adulthood.Making a positive contribution – being involved with the community and society and not engaging in anti-social or offending behaviour.Economic well-being – not being prevented by economic disadvantage from achieving their full potential.We as a youth club and I as an employee, have to make sure that everything we plan and deliver to the young people cover these 5 outcomes to ensure well-being in childhood and later life. | 2.2 State the boundaries of confidentiality when working with young peopleThe assurance of confidence is crucial in allowing young people to express their feelings however, some information from young people may raise some concerns. We have to inform the young person of our duty of care as a person in a privileged position that we can’t keep everything confidential. If something is of concern to us we need to explain to them what will be done as a result of a concern raised by us. Our safeguarding policy on confidentiality sits within the wider context of safeguarding children and young people and confidentiality. Confidentiality is only broken if there is disclosure of information which puts a child or anyone else at risk. If this happens we have clear procedures we must follow which may involve other relevant professionals. The young person is always may aware of this. |
2.3 Identify the workplace incident reporting and record keeping processes and their functions * Accident/incident book – this is located with a first aid kit in the main area of our club in the kitchen. Only staff has access to this area, unless young people have been given permission. * Safeguarding policy – This is kept within the policies folder which can be found either in the office or another copy can be found in the policies folder in the main kitchen area of club. * Safeguarding procedure – this can be found on display in the club on the information board in the entrance of the club. | 2.4 Describe the issues which may arise in implementing safeguarding proceduresOther professionals may become involved. This could affect the relationship between myself and the young person and/or the young person’s family. The young person or the family could feel like we were ‘interfering’. This could result in the young person’s family not allowing them to attend club. Especially if young person’s family are approached by other professionals involved. This could result in lost trust between the family and the whole of the club. The information of accusations that I put forward may be investigated. This means people may be approached for statements and some things may or may not be revealed but this may have two profound effects on the victim and/or the accused. If truth is found within the information then some details may be revealed that families may find uncomfortable or upsetting. On the flip side, if the information is found to be false the accused may have strong feelings towards the club and or individual. This again may result in the family or young person feeling like the club interfered or were being ‘nosey’ some may take this as an intrusion of their privacy and ultimately may make choose to remove the young person from the club and this could have an effect on their school attendance. Another issue that could arise when reporting such a serious accusation is the amount or lack of knowledge of the situation. Assumptions from information gathered from a young person must not be made and you must be absolutely certain when reporting such a serious accusation. Everyone forms close bonds/friendships with people they work with and this presents one of the biggest issues when implementing safeguarding. Unfortunately being in such a privileged position this may mean having to report someone who is close to me. This also presents itself as a problem to you for you may have certain feelings towards this person after certain details emerge or someone may find it difficult to believe or report a close friend or someone who you thought you knew. |
Learning Outcome 3. Be able to assess risk in a youth work setting
3.1 Describe possible risks within the workplaceThere are numerous hazards and risks within the youth club I work in. Fire is always a risk, wherever you work, either intentionally or by accident, we have numerous procedures in place should this happen, this procedure is on display in the club.Electrocution, this is always a hazard when electrical items are widely used within the youth club. However we take steps toward making sure all of our electrical items are safe by regularly having them ‘pat’ tested. Lifting is always a possible hazard and the club presents risks throughout the club with regards to the heavy equipment we have. Falling over due to spilt drinks is a big risk we face in club. We sell drinks in our tuck shops and the young people regularly move around club with these so we need to make sure we are always patrolling or there is always a leader in each room to supervise. This includes the toilets where taps are accessible to the young people. All chemicals we carry in the youth club are risks to everyone. We need to make sure these are locked away in cupboards that are not accessible to the young people. Trips and hazards are always around the club but we must make sure that all trip hazards are dealt with. Obstructed fire exits. All fire exits must be kept clear at all times. We all have a responsibility to make sure all fire exits and exit pathways are clear of obstructions. | 3.2 Carry out a risk assessment within a supervised youth work settingCarry out a risk assessment for a planned activity you are undertaking. This assessment will be observed by your line manager and recorded on their Managers Observation/Witness Statement Form; or your assessor and will be recorded on an observation assessment form. | 3.3 Identify steps to reduce potential hazards in the workplaceIf a fire was to break out we have numerous procedures in place should this happen, this procedure is on display in the club. We operate a strict ‘no smoking’ policy throughout the premises. We have fire extinguishers at certain locations in the building and fire exits with clear signage to signpost people to the safe meeting point. We regularly test our fire alarms and do bi-annual fire drills.We take steps towards making sure all of our electrical items are safe by regularly having them ‘pat’ tested.We always patrol the building or there is always a leader in each room to supervise to make sure each room is safe for the young people. This includes the toilets where taps are accessible to the young people. All chemicals are locked away in cupboards that are not accessible to the young people. We all have a responsibility to make sure all fire exits and exit pathways are clear of obstructions, if anything is obstructing the pathways or fire exits we must act swiftly to remove the obstruction and free the exit/path. |
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[ 1 ]. Unless otherwise stated e.g. for some entry-level qualifications, learners can work together but should identify sections which are their own work.