Unit 4222-208 Questions And Answers
Contribute to health and safety in health and social care.
1.1 Identify legislation relating to general health and safety in a health or social care work setting.
The legislation relating to general health and safety is the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, it outlines that everybody has a duty of care for others. It also provides a framework which has been set by codes of conducts for the standard and quality of care provided in health and social care.
Other legislation may include:
Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992)
Managements of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1992
The Provision of Workplace Equipment Regulations
The Management Welfare Regulations
The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations
Health and Safety (First …show more content…
Aid) Regulations (1981).
1.3 Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of:
The main health and safety responsibilities of the employer:
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the employer has to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all employees.
Protect the health and safety of others, e.g service users.
Provide health and safety policies and procedures.
Employee:
Be aware of own health and safety and of others who may be affected, e.g service users
Comply to any health and safety policies and procedures that have been put in place
Attend any training courses that the company provide
Report anything that has an effect on the ability to work safely or that can put the service users at risk such as exposed wiring or frayed carpets.
Others:
Be aware of own health and safety
Report anything that doesnt look safe such as exposed wiring.
If a skilled tradesmen came in to do a check such as an electrician and found something not safe then it is their duty to inform staff on duty of the situation so that it can be delt with correctly and if need be immedietly.
1.4 Identify tasks relating to health and safety that should not be carried out without special training.
Some tasks require special training before they can be carried out. Handling medication requires special training as you may be required to order and receive the medication, store medication away, record medication that's been taken and dispose of medication. This is so that you comply with legislation and ensure that it has been administered safely and correctly.
Handling, prepping & storing of food. You need training for this so that you know how to correctly store food in a fridge and freezer, so your aware of your own personal hygiene when handling and cooking food. You may also have to learn how
to:
Store food on correct shelf in a fridge or even a cupboard
Label with a clear date when opened and when to chuck on all stored food
Ensure regular and thorough hand washing
Use separate utensils/equipment for different types of food.
1.5 Explain how to access additional support and information relating to health and safety.
There are many other ways you can find more information about health and safety, you could use: Workplace – policies, procedures, publications Trained professionals – e.g. doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, health and safety representatives, first aiders, manager
Internet – ensure source is reliable Library
Newsagents – professional journals / publications / books can be purchased
Manufacturer’s instructions and data sheets.
2.1 Explain why its important to assess health and safety hazards posed by the work setting or by particular activities.
It's important to to assess health and safety hazards so that you comply with legislation, prevent\reduce risks to a minimum and to protects yourself and others from danger, harm or illness.
2.2 Explain how and when to report potential health and safety risks that have been identified
When staff on duty notice a potential health and safety risk, depending on the severity of the risk it should be documented and reported to your line manager. If its something as wiring going accross the room for the TV, staff can take immediate action by unplugging the wire and move it to a closer/safer power point. However if its something like the oven not working correctly, then it should be logged in the communication book immediately so that all staff are aware and report it to other staff on duty so that they're aware as well, finally it should be reported to your senior/line manager who should then deal with getting it replaced.
2.3 Explain how risk assessment can help address dilemmas between rights and health and safety concerns
Risk assessment can help address dilemnas between rights and health and safety concerns as the risk assessment will highlight a risk, therefore if there is any dilemma as to whether the service user could carry out an activity, as they may be legally entitled to, there will be legal documentation to state that an employee has notified the client of the risks involved in that activity. They also look at the likelihood and severity of an activity as well as having control measures in place to reduce the liklihood and severity of something happening during the activity. If a service user wants to go swimming then it is not up to staff to say no right away, the staff must fill out a risk assessment in order to to assess whether the activity is safe for the service user as well as considering the customers needs and rights as an individual. Here's an example of a risk assessment for a customer who wants to go swimming.
3.1 Describe different types of accidents and sudden illnesses that may occur in own work setting.
An accident could be described as an unintentional incident which could possibly have an adverse effect on a persons wellbeing, initiated from outside the human body. Most common of these incidences can include a slip, trip, fall, burn or cut. A sudden illness can be described as an incident that occurs without warning, from within the human body. Most common sudden illnesses can include vomiting, diarrhoea and colds.
3.2 Outline the procedures to be followed if an accident or sudden illness should occur.
Depending on the type of accident or sudden illness that's occurred depends on the procedure that should be followed. First of all the injured/ill person should have immediate medical attention by a first aider on site then the person who is on call should be notified depending on how serious the injury/illness is, then the correct paperwork should be filled out such as the accident and incident form, the customers notes should also be filled in and then it should be written in the communication book as well so that all staff are aware of what has happened.
5.1 Identify legislation that relates to moving and handling.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (amended 2002)
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.
These regulations concern the moving of objects within the activities carried out at work. This includes any type of physical movement such as:
Pulling
Lowering
Lifting.
The employer is expected to avoid the need for manual lifting, wherever this is possible. A risk assessment should be carried out, efforts made to minimise the risk of injury and the need for equipment identified. All staff should be fully trained to move and handle and use equipment safely. This will reduce the risk of injury to staff, individuals and others.
5.2 Explain principles for moving and handling equipment and other objects safely.
There are 10 basic principles for safe lifting and handling and they are:
Good foot position – is your balance and stability good
Face in line with movement – this will reduce twisting which can injure your back Back “straight” – reduces spinal pressures Avoid twisting - move your feet – prevent lower disc damages Bend your Knees – this ensures you use the large muscles in the tops of your legs
Firm grip – will give you more control of object/load Hold close – this lowers the pressure on the spine Raise your head – so you can see where you are going and helps to keep your back straight Lift in stages if necessary – your muscles will work better with rest
Lower carefully – this will prevent ‘whiplash’ type injuries when you release. 6.1 Identify hazardous substances and materials that may be found in the work setting.
There are many hazardous substances and materials that you may come into contact with whether on a daily basis or an occasional basis. Some of these can lead to a range of conditions such as asthma and infections. Hazardous substances can come in many forms: Liquids, such as cleaning chemicals
Dusts, such as lead or asbestos
Gases, such as carbon monoxide
Living organisms, such as fungal spores
Bodily fluids, such as blood, faeces or urine.
6.2 Describe safe practice's for:
Storing hazardous substances
The legislation relating to hazardous substances is the Control of Substances Hazardous Health regs 2004. It states that every hazardous substance must have advice on safe storage, use, and what to do if an emergency. Hazardous substances usually come in large bottles, information on the use, safe storage and emergency procedures are clearly written on these bottles and are important to the health and safety of the person who is using the substance. All hazardous substances must be locked away in a cupboard where only staff can have access.
Using hazardous substances
Never mix different chemicals together Never empty chemicals into unmarked containers
Never use chemicals you are not trained to use
Always follow the correct procedures
Always store chemicals in their designated areas Always report any problems
Always use any PPE indicated.
Disposing of hazardous substances and materials Wear gloves and apron. Use only once Dispose using manufacturer’s instructions Dispose of contaminated waste properly, using correct bags Dirtier clothing and linen should be boil-washed separately. Waste containers should be stored in the appropriate area Spillages should be cleaned/removed using appropriate cleaning materials, if mopped up a sign warning others should be placed.
7.1 Describe practices that prevent fires from:
Starting
Practices that prevent fires from starting include: the use of smoke alarms, ensuring all unused electrical equipment is unplugged and ensuring electrical and gas appliances have been checked.
Spreading
Practices that prevent fires from spreading include: keeping fire doors closed to prevent the spread, keeping the fires oxygen supply to a minimum.
7.3 Explain the importance of maintaining clear evacuation routes at all times
All routes of evacuation, fire exits, doors and passage ways must be kept clear at all times because if a fire occurs, all means of a safe escape are available.
8.3 Explain the importance of ensuring that others are aware of own whereabouts
Other people must be aware of my whereabouts in the workplace particularly my supervisor and colleagues. Because if I am needed then I can be called, also to protect me in case anything happens. For example if there was a fire at the workplace and nobody knew where I was then they could assume I was still inside when actually I've left or gone to the shop.
9.1 Identify common signs and indicators of stress
Indicators and common signs of stress can include headaches, tense muscles, aches of body muscles, increase in smoking as well as a reduced ability toconcentrate. A loss or increase in appetite can also be an indicator.
9.2 Identify circumstances that tend to trigger own stress
Circumstances that trigger my stress are:
Staff not pulling their own weight
People contradicting me when I know I'm correct
Badmouthing
Conflict with colleagues
9.3 Describe ways to manage own stress
The ways I tend to manage my own stress include accepting what other people are saying or doing (whether they be right or wrong), taking myself out of the situation and talking to people who are not in the situation or have nothing to do with the situation. Say 'no' if I feel like to much is being asked of me and explain why.
1.1 Identify legislation relating to general health and safety in a health or social care work setting.
The legislation relating to general health and safety is the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, it outlines that everybody has a duty of care for others. It also provides a framework which has been set by codes of conducts for the standard and quality of care provided in health and social care.
Other legislation may include:
Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992)
Managements of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1992
The Provision of Workplace Equipment Regulations
The Management Welfare Regulations
The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations
Health and Safety (First …show more content…
Aid) Regulations (1981).
1.3 Outline the main health and safety responsibilities of:
The main health and safety responsibilities of the employer:
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the employer has to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all employees.
Protect the health and safety of others, e.g service users.
Provide health and safety policies and procedures.
Employee:
Be aware of own health and safety and of others who may be affected, e.g service users
Comply to any health and safety policies and procedures that have been put in place
Attend any training courses that the company provide
Report anything that has an effect on the ability to work safely or that can put the service users at risk such as exposed wiring or frayed carpets.
Others:
Be aware of own health and safety
Report anything that doesnt look safe such as exposed wiring.
If a skilled tradesmen came in to do a check such as an electrician and found something not safe then it is their duty to inform staff on duty of the situation so that it can be delt with correctly and if need be immedietly.
1.4 Identify tasks relating to health and safety that should not be carried out without special training.
Some tasks require special training before they can be carried out. Handling medication requires special training as you may be required to order and receive the medication, store medication away, record medication that's been taken and dispose of medication. This is so that you comply with legislation and ensure that it has been administered safely and correctly.
Handling, prepping & storing of food. You need training for this so that you know how to correctly store food in a fridge and freezer, so your aware of your own personal hygiene when handling and cooking food. You may also have to learn how
to:
Store food on correct shelf in a fridge or even a cupboard
Label with a clear date when opened and when to chuck on all stored food
Ensure regular and thorough hand washing
Use separate utensils/equipment for different types of food.
1.5 Explain how to access additional support and information relating to health and safety.
There are many other ways you can find more information about health and safety, you could use: Workplace – policies, procedures, publications Trained professionals – e.g. doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, health and safety representatives, first aiders, manager
Internet – ensure source is reliable Library
Newsagents – professional journals / publications / books can be purchased
Manufacturer’s instructions and data sheets.
2.1 Explain why its important to assess health and safety hazards posed by the work setting or by particular activities.
It's important to to assess health and safety hazards so that you comply with legislation, prevent\reduce risks to a minimum and to protects yourself and others from danger, harm or illness.
2.2 Explain how and when to report potential health and safety risks that have been identified
When staff on duty notice a potential health and safety risk, depending on the severity of the risk it should be documented and reported to your line manager. If its something as wiring going accross the room for the TV, staff can take immediate action by unplugging the wire and move it to a closer/safer power point. However if its something like the oven not working correctly, then it should be logged in the communication book immediately so that all staff are aware and report it to other staff on duty so that they're aware as well, finally it should be reported to your senior/line manager who should then deal with getting it replaced.
2.3 Explain how risk assessment can help address dilemmas between rights and health and safety concerns
Risk assessment can help address dilemnas between rights and health and safety concerns as the risk assessment will highlight a risk, therefore if there is any dilemma as to whether the service user could carry out an activity, as they may be legally entitled to, there will be legal documentation to state that an employee has notified the client of the risks involved in that activity. They also look at the likelihood and severity of an activity as well as having control measures in place to reduce the liklihood and severity of something happening during the activity. If a service user wants to go swimming then it is not up to staff to say no right away, the staff must fill out a risk assessment in order to to assess whether the activity is safe for the service user as well as considering the customers needs and rights as an individual. Here's an example of a risk assessment for a customer who wants to go swimming.
3.1 Describe different types of accidents and sudden illnesses that may occur in own work setting.
An accident could be described as an unintentional incident which could possibly have an adverse effect on a persons wellbeing, initiated from outside the human body. Most common of these incidences can include a slip, trip, fall, burn or cut. A sudden illness can be described as an incident that occurs without warning, from within the human body. Most common sudden illnesses can include vomiting, diarrhoea and colds.
3.2 Outline the procedures to be followed if an accident or sudden illness should occur.
Depending on the type of accident or sudden illness that's occurred depends on the procedure that should be followed. First of all the injured/ill person should have immediate medical attention by a first aider on site then the person who is on call should be notified depending on how serious the injury/illness is, then the correct paperwork should be filled out such as the accident and incident form, the customers notes should also be filled in and then it should be written in the communication book as well so that all staff are aware of what has happened.
5.1 Identify legislation that relates to moving and handling.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (amended 2002)
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.
These regulations concern the moving of objects within the activities carried out at work. This includes any type of physical movement such as:
Pulling
Lowering
Lifting.
The employer is expected to avoid the need for manual lifting, wherever this is possible. A risk assessment should be carried out, efforts made to minimise the risk of injury and the need for equipment identified. All staff should be fully trained to move and handle and use equipment safely. This will reduce the risk of injury to staff, individuals and others.
5.2 Explain principles for moving and handling equipment and other objects safely.
There are 10 basic principles for safe lifting and handling and they are:
Good foot position – is your balance and stability good
Face in line with movement – this will reduce twisting which can injure your back Back “straight” – reduces spinal pressures Avoid twisting - move your feet – prevent lower disc damages Bend your Knees – this ensures you use the large muscles in the tops of your legs
Firm grip – will give you more control of object/load Hold close – this lowers the pressure on the spine Raise your head – so you can see where you are going and helps to keep your back straight Lift in stages if necessary – your muscles will work better with rest
Lower carefully – this will prevent ‘whiplash’ type injuries when you release. 6.1 Identify hazardous substances and materials that may be found in the work setting.
There are many hazardous substances and materials that you may come into contact with whether on a daily basis or an occasional basis. Some of these can lead to a range of conditions such as asthma and infections. Hazardous substances can come in many forms: Liquids, such as cleaning chemicals
Dusts, such as lead or asbestos
Gases, such as carbon monoxide
Living organisms, such as fungal spores
Bodily fluids, such as blood, faeces or urine.
6.2 Describe safe practice's for:
Storing hazardous substances
The legislation relating to hazardous substances is the Control of Substances Hazardous Health regs 2004. It states that every hazardous substance must have advice on safe storage, use, and what to do if an emergency. Hazardous substances usually come in large bottles, information on the use, safe storage and emergency procedures are clearly written on these bottles and are important to the health and safety of the person who is using the substance. All hazardous substances must be locked away in a cupboard where only staff can have access.
Using hazardous substances
Never mix different chemicals together Never empty chemicals into unmarked containers
Never use chemicals you are not trained to use
Always follow the correct procedures
Always store chemicals in their designated areas Always report any problems
Always use any PPE indicated.
Disposing of hazardous substances and materials Wear gloves and apron. Use only once Dispose using manufacturer’s instructions Dispose of contaminated waste properly, using correct bags Dirtier clothing and linen should be boil-washed separately. Waste containers should be stored in the appropriate area Spillages should be cleaned/removed using appropriate cleaning materials, if mopped up a sign warning others should be placed.
7.1 Describe practices that prevent fires from:
Starting
Practices that prevent fires from starting include: the use of smoke alarms, ensuring all unused electrical equipment is unplugged and ensuring electrical and gas appliances have been checked.
Spreading
Practices that prevent fires from spreading include: keeping fire doors closed to prevent the spread, keeping the fires oxygen supply to a minimum.
7.3 Explain the importance of maintaining clear evacuation routes at all times
All routes of evacuation, fire exits, doors and passage ways must be kept clear at all times because if a fire occurs, all means of a safe escape are available.
8.3 Explain the importance of ensuring that others are aware of own whereabouts
Other people must be aware of my whereabouts in the workplace particularly my supervisor and colleagues. Because if I am needed then I can be called, also to protect me in case anything happens. For example if there was a fire at the workplace and nobody knew where I was then they could assume I was still inside when actually I've left or gone to the shop.
9.1 Identify common signs and indicators of stress
Indicators and common signs of stress can include headaches, tense muscles, aches of body muscles, increase in smoking as well as a reduced ability toconcentrate. A loss or increase in appetite can also be an indicator.
9.2 Identify circumstances that tend to trigger own stress
Circumstances that trigger my stress are:
Staff not pulling their own weight
People contradicting me when I know I'm correct
Badmouthing
Conflict with colleagues
9.3 Describe ways to manage own stress
The ways I tend to manage my own stress include accepting what other people are saying or doing (whether they be right or wrong), taking myself out of the situation and talking to people who are not in the situation or have nothing to do with the situation. Say 'no' if I feel like to much is being asked of me and explain why.