-> how personal hygiene, safety and security measures protect individuals

Question 1

Personal hygiene examples can be…

Answer 1

• hair tied back/covered
• open wounds covered
• no jewellery
• no nail polish
• appropriate protective clothing
• appropriate hand washing routines
• regular showering and hair washing
• regular brushing of teeth
• appropriate use and disposal of tissues/antiseptic wipes

Question 2

Safety procedures examples can be…

Answer 2

• emergency procedures (e.g. fire, evacuation)
• equipment considerations (e.g. appropriate training, fit for purpose)
• moving and handling techniques

Question 3

Security measures examples can be…

Answer 3

• checking external entrances
• monitoring of keys
• security pads on doors
• window locks
• reporting of concerns to line managers
• identifying staff, receiving and monitoring visitors

Question 4

How individuals are protected from measures and procedures:

Answer 4

• methods for reducing spread of infection (e.g. general cleanliness, wearing gloves/masks)
• methods for reducing risk/danger (e.g. risk assessment)
• procedures to prevent accidents and promote good practice (e.g. training programmes).