Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young People
Asessment task – TDA 2.2 Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
Task 1 links to learning outcomes 1 and 3, assessment criteria 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5
Identify the current legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, including e-safety
Within my workplace I am aware of the statutory and regulatory health and safety requirements for pupils, staff, families and visitors in the school. Health and safety legalisation places overall responsibility for health and safety with the employer. However, as an employee working within a school, you also have responsibilities with regard to maintaining health and safety. All employees have the following responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974:
To take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of any person who might be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
To co-operate with the relevant authorities ( e.g. Ofsted) in meeting safety requirements.
To not interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health, safety and welfare.
To make themselves aware of all safety rules, procedures and safe working practices applicable to their posts.
To ensure that tools and equipment are in good condition and report any defects to the delegated person.
To use protective clothing and safety equipment provided and to ensure that these are kept in good condition.
To ensure that any accidents, whether or not an injury occurs, are reported to the delegated person.
To report potential hazards or any possible deficiencies in health and safety arrangements to the delegated person.
The Workplace (Health, safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 clarify and consolidate existing legalisations. They also establish a consistent set of standards for the majority of workplaces. The regulations expand on the responsibilities placed on employers (and others in control of
Task 1 links to learning outcomes 1 and 3, assessment criteria 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5
Identify the current legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, including e-safety
Within my workplace I am aware of the statutory and regulatory health and safety requirements for pupils, staff, families and visitors in the school. Health and safety legalisation places overall responsibility for health and safety with the employer. However, as an employee working within a school, you also have responsibilities with regard to maintaining health and safety. All employees have the following responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974:
To take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of any person who might be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
To co-operate with the relevant authorities ( e.g. Ofsted) in meeting safety requirements.
To not interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health, safety and welfare.
To make themselves aware of all safety rules, procedures and safe working practices applicable to their posts.
To ensure that tools and equipment are in good condition and report any defects to the delegated person.
To use protective clothing and safety equipment provided and to ensure that these are kept in good condition.
To ensure that any accidents, whether or not an injury occurs, are reported to the delegated person.
To report potential hazards or any possible deficiencies in health and safety arrangements to the delegated person.
The Workplace (Health, safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 clarify and consolidate existing legalisations. They also establish a consistent set of standards for the majority of workplaces. The regulations expand on the responsibilities placed on employers (and others in control of