Unit 19
Unit 19
The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control
1.1 Explain employees’ roles and responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
As an employee my roles and responsibilities are to:-
Maintain high standards of personal care and hygiene
Be aware of policies surrounding infection in the work place
Practice prevention and control
Report any risks to the employer
Up to date training
1.2 Explain employers’ responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
The employers responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection are:-
Risk assessment is taking place
Produce prevention and control procedures
Provide equipment
Identify hazards and provide prevention methods
Provide up to date training
Keep accurate records
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2.1 Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infection
It is a legal requirement that staff have access to up to date policies guidelines, procedures and risk assessments. Staff should be aware of reporting immediately outbreaks of disease. Staff should understand safe disposal of waste and food hygiene standards.
The main legislation regarding infection control is:-
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
Food safety act 1990
The Public Health (control of diseases) Act 1984
The Public Health (infectious Diseases) regulations 1988 - it is a legal requirement to report specific infectious diseases under the Public Health (Control of Diseases) Act, the list can be found on the web site at www,hpa.org.uk/infections/topics_az/noids/menu.htm
Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005
Health Protection Agency 2008 now part of Public Health England as from 1 April 2013
RIDDOR- Reporting of accidents or suspicion of diseases and dangerous occurrences
Environmental Protection Act 1990
2.2 Describe local and organisational policies relevant to the prevention and control of infection
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The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control
1.1 Explain employees’ roles and responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
As an employee my roles and responsibilities are to:-
Maintain high standards of personal care and hygiene
Be aware of policies surrounding infection in the work place
Practice prevention and control
Report any risks to the employer
Up to date training
1.2 Explain employers’ responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
The employers responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection are:-
Risk assessment is taking place
Produce prevention and control procedures
Provide equipment
Identify hazards and provide prevention methods
Provide up to date training
Keep accurate records
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2.1 Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infection
It is a legal requirement that staff have access to up to date policies guidelines, procedures and risk assessments. Staff should be aware of reporting immediately outbreaks of disease. Staff should understand safe disposal of waste and food hygiene standards.
The main legislation regarding infection control is:-
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
Food safety act 1990
The Public Health (control of diseases) Act 1984
The Public Health (infectious Diseases) regulations 1988 - it is a legal requirement to report specific infectious diseases under the Public Health (Control of Diseases) Act, the list can be found on the web site at www,hpa.org.uk/infections/topics_az/noids/menu.htm
Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005
Health Protection Agency 2008 now part of Public Health England as from 1 April 2013
RIDDOR- Reporting of accidents or suspicion of diseases and dangerous occurrences
Environmental Protection Act 1990
2.2 Describe local and organisational policies relevant to the prevention and control of infection
The