Unit 21 the Principles of Infection Prevention and Control
The Principles of infection Prevention and Control
Task 1
1.1 explain at least 3 examples of employees roles and responsibilities in relation to prevention and control of infection
Using equipment provided, washing hands when necessary. Washing clients clothes separate from other clients. Using slice bags and slice wash program on washer. It is my responsibility to wear the PPE that is provided, also to wear the correct colour aprons to the job I am doing.
It is important to use the correct colour mops, buckets and brushes this helps to stop cross infection. Also using the correct colour chopping board.
1.2 explain at least three examples of employers responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
It is the company’s responsibilities to provide us with the correct PPE for the jobs we carry out. To provide us with the correct equipment to stop infection spreading and attending training provided by the employer relating on how to use PEE and using PPE in accordance with the training.
Task 2
2.1 outline at least four current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to prevention and control of infection
Care Standards Act (2000) (England and Wales)
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (2002) (COSHH)
Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations (1995)
The Health and Social Care Act (2008) – code of practice for health and adult social care on the prevention and control of infection
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (1995) (RIDDOR)
2. 2 describe local and organisational policies and relevant to the prevention and control of infection.
All staff has a responsibility to attend the mandatory Infection Prevention & Control training, which includes the statutory hand, hygiene training for clinical staff. It is vital that all staff members understand that even though they may not be directly involved in patient care, if they move around within patient care
Task 1
1.1 explain at least 3 examples of employees roles and responsibilities in relation to prevention and control of infection
Using equipment provided, washing hands when necessary. Washing clients clothes separate from other clients. Using slice bags and slice wash program on washer. It is my responsibility to wear the PPE that is provided, also to wear the correct colour aprons to the job I am doing.
It is important to use the correct colour mops, buckets and brushes this helps to stop cross infection. Also using the correct colour chopping board.
1.2 explain at least three examples of employers responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
It is the company’s responsibilities to provide us with the correct PPE for the jobs we carry out. To provide us with the correct equipment to stop infection spreading and attending training provided by the employer relating on how to use PEE and using PPE in accordance with the training.
Task 2
2.1 outline at least four current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to prevention and control of infection
Care Standards Act (2000) (England and Wales)
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (2002) (COSHH)
Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations (1995)
The Health and Social Care Act (2008) – code of practice for health and adult social care on the prevention and control of infection
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (1995) (RIDDOR)
2. 2 describe local and organisational policies and relevant to the prevention and control of infection.
All staff has a responsibility to attend the mandatory Infection Prevention & Control training, which includes the statutory hand, hygiene training for clinical staff. It is vital that all staff members understand that even though they may not be directly involved in patient care, if they move around within patient care