legislation

Question 1

What are HASAWA duties?

Answer 1

Risk assessments are carried out and control measures are implemented.
Competent individuals are appointed to manage HSS and deal with emergencies.
Information, training and supervision are provided to staff.

Question 2

What is the food safety policy?

Answer 2

Food safety procedures must be followed in care settings to reduce the risk of food poisoning as this can be extremely dangerous for certain vulnerable individuals.

Question 3

What should you do if u have to manually handle?

Answer 3

Stand with the feet apart
Bend at the knees
Keep the back straight
Lean slightly forward
Lift smoothly

Question 4

What does Riddor stand for?

Answer 4

Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (2013)

Question 5

What is the GDPR?

Answer 5

The data protection act.

Question 6

List 4 principles of the GDPR?

Answer 6

Processed fairly and lawfully.
Used only for the purposes for which it was intended.
Adequate and relevant but not excessive.
Accurate and kept up to date.

Question 7

What does COSHH require employees to do?

Answer 7

Reduce exposure to harmful substances
Protect staff and service users from harm

Question 8

What is the civil contingencies act?

Answer 8

A clear set of roles and responsibilities for those involved in emergency preparation and response at a local level.

Question 9

What is a procedure for safe lone working?

Answer 9

Carrying a personal alarm.

Question 10

What are some risks of lone working?

Answer 10

Long hours, including nights.
Intense emotional situations, e.g. social workers.
Risk of robbery for prescription medicines.
Regular patterns of home visits make personal care staff more vulnerable to assault, especially those on foot.