LO2

Question 1

safeguarding adults

Answer 1

involves protecting individual’s rights to live free from abuse and neglect.
in April 2015, care act established new statutory framework for care and support

Question 2

safeguarding children

Answer 2

-involves ensuring that they live in environments that provide safe and effective care
- defined in working together to safeguard children 2015 act

Question 3

need for safeguarding

Answer 3

-it is everyone’s responsibility
-the actions taken by professionals can help to ensure safe and effective care

Question 4

disclosure and barring service

Answer 4

-enables employers to check criminal records to ensure that they aren’t barred from working with children
-they are responsible placing and removing people from the barred list

Question 5

how legislation influences staff

Answer 5

it promotes safe staffing levels, the provision of effective supervision and the training and instruction of staff

Question 6

how legislation influences individual premises

Answer 6

ensures that they are maintained, kept clean, in good condition, suitable ventilation and lighting, handwashing facilities, escape routes and safety equipment

Question 7

how legislation influences practices

Answer 7

-promotes and encourages good personal hygiene, washing hands, wearing clean clothes, recording and reporting accidents

Question 8

health and safety management systems

Answer 8

the steps to safety are:
-leadership and setting of standards
-trained employees
-trusting environment
-understanding of risks to workplace

Question 9

risk assessments

Answer 9

-the process of evaluating the likelihood of a hazard causing a harm
-checks that equipment is safe
- a written record must be kept and reviewed regularly

Question 10

importance of risk assessments

Answer 10

-it is a legal requirement
-to reduce harm to service users
-to identify potential hazards
-to control any hazards

Question 11

fire safety policy

Answer 11

-every care setting is required to have an evacuation plan
-they should have regular drills and alarm tests
-some staff are given specific roles
-fire exits should be kept clear

Question 12

asbestos policy

Answer 12

-found in any building built before 2000
-anyone who owns the building has a duty to manage it

Question 13

when is asbestos released

Answer 13

when materials that contain asbestos are disturbed/damaged, fibres are released into the air.

it can cause lung cancer

Question 14

transport hazards policy

Answer 14

-covers maintenance and safety of vehicles
-necessary risk assessment procedures are followed including seatbelts work, there is parental consent to go on a trip and adequate supervision

Question 15

electrical safety policy

Answer 15

-electrical appliances belonging to setting must be checked for safety
-portable equipment is regularly tested
-staff should know how to report any damage to equipment

Question 15

safeguarding policy

Answer 15

-all care environments must have safeguarding procedures in place
-must have a named person responsible for it
-all staff must have a DBS check
-all staff must be trained

Question 16

reporting of accidents policy

Answer 16

-take account of RIDDOR requirements
-employers must report any work related accidents, illnesses and injuries
-helps to develop solutions to problems

Question 17

food safety policy

Answer 17

-it is essential that settings have food hygiene policies and comply with legislation

Question 18

examples of food safety policies

Answer 18

-cleaning surfaces with antibac
-using correct chopping boards
-keeping food covered
-checking use by dates

Question 19

chemical and biological health hazards policy

Answer 19

-care settings should have a policy for hazardous substances
-staff will have to follow COSHH guidelines

Question 20

disposal of hazardous waste policy

Answer 20

-correct disposal methods should be used for hazardous waste

Question 21

types of hazardous waste

Answer 21

clinical- yellow bags and burned
body fluids- flushed down toilet
medication- taken to GP/pharmacy
needles/syringes- yellow box or council
soiled linen- red bags in washing machine

Question 22

lone working policy

Answer 22

-includes safe systems to be developed to help lone workers
-key risks include working late at night or being attacked

Question 23

examples of lone working procedures

Answer 23

-carrying a personal alarm
-having self defence training
-parking in a well lit area at night
-having a flagging system

Question 24

storage and dispensing of medicines policy

Answer 24

-not all types of care environment administer medication
-there should be correct ways of working for employers
-only staff that are trained can give out medication

Question 25

security of premises, possessions and individuals policy

Answer 25

-necessary to keep staff and service users safe
-prevents intruders and vulnerable people leaving unsupervised

Question 26

employer consequences of not following policies

Answer 26

-imprisonment
-organisation may be fined
-poor reputation
-direct costs (claims on company)
-indirect costs (overtime payments)

Question 27

employee consequences of not following policies

Answer 27

-attending training
-closely monitored
-supervision
-disciplinary action
-removed from professional register

Question 28

reviewing policies and procedures

Answer 28

helps to:
-reflect up to date legislation
-cover needs of any new clients
-identify and rectify any issues
-ensure they are meeting settings aims
-ensure they are being implemented effectively

Question 29

importance of having policies and procedures

Answer 29

-ensure the setting complies with legislation
-ensure staff know what to do in an emergency
-promote safe working practices
-ensure clients are cared for effectively