L04: Understand how personal hygiene, safety and security measures protect individuals

Question 1

Example of personal hygiene:

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

What are some safety procedures?

Answer 2

Emergency procedures (e.g. fire, evacuation),  
Equipment considerations (e.g. appropriate training, fit for purpose),  
Moving and handling techniques.

Question 3

What are some security measures?

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 are individuals protected?

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).