Ensuring Safety in HSC

Question 1

what should professionals do to ensure safety for individuals and staff?

Answer 1

complete any risk assessments and update them often
ensure the workplace has a good health and safety policy with and everyone is following it
providing safety equipment (ppe)
provide health and safety training
record all accidents and incidents

Question 2

how do professionals use protective equipment + infection control?

Answer 2

Wash hands before + after any contact.
Wear apron + gloves~ in contact with bodily fluids.
Safe handling + disposal of sharp articles.

Question 3

what should employers do for health and safety?

Answer 3

Employers must take care of own safety and other Health care workers.
Work together to provide the best care for patient.
Not intentionally damage equipment e.g. lifts.