LO2.3 Influences of Legislation Flashcards
Definition of “premises”
A building with it’s external grounds that is a setting of a service
Influences of legislation: Safeguarding
The Children act 2004 includes the paramountcy principle
Influences of legislation: Health and safety
employees should:
Follow systems of work in place for their safety
co-operate with their employer
inform their employer if they identify any hazards
Take care to ensure that their activities do not put others at risk
Influences of legislation: Training
employees required to take part in training relevant to their job so they have the relevant skills
Influence of legislation on premises
comply with food safety regulations. settings checked by environmental health officers
Risk assessments for activities and equipment must be carried out to ensure the safety of all those in the setting
fire exits clear
fire extinguishers available
Special evacuation equipment should be available
Visual and audio alarms should be in place
Influences of legislation: On practices
Activities risk assessed
Staff not trained in manual handling will be attempt to manual handle
A COSHH file kept
Work related accidents, injuries and diseases are reported
Regular fire drills
Safeguarding training provided
Safe staffing levels
