Paper 2 Flashcards
What are all the types of hazards and give an example of each?
Environmental
- slip and trip hazards
Biological
- medical waste product
Chemical
- wrong medication
Psychological
- stress and fatigue
Physical
- excessive loud noise at work
Musculoskeletal
- manual handling of equipment
Working Conditions
- noise levels
Working Practices
- excessive working hours
Lack of Security Systems
- alarm systems should be in place
What are 3 examples of hazardous activities in care settings?
- Cleaning
- Lifting heavy equipment
- Violent or abusive service users
What are 3 examples of practical hazards?
- Broken furniture
- Extension cords
- Uneven flooring
What are some potential impacts of hazards on employees?
- Could develop mental illness such as depression
- They could sustain back injuries
What are some potential impacts of hazards on the employer?
- Could be taken to court
- Could be fined
What are some potential impacts of hazards on individuals who require care or support?
- Infections could spread
- Could suffer financial loss from theft
What are some examples of injury or harm that could result from hazards?
- Back injuries
- Chemical burns
- Cuts and bruises
- Deafness
- Fractures
- From intruders
- Radiation
What illnesses can people get from hazards?
- Food poisoning
- Infections
- MRSA
Why might employees cause poor standards of care?
- Feeling tired, exhausted or fatigued
- Forget to give residents medication
- Lack enough time to do their job properly
What are some impacts on residents of poor standards of care?
- Bed sores
- Dehydration
- Malnutrition
Name 2 impacts of financial loss:
- Loss of earnings due to time off work
- Compensation being received/pursued
Name the 2 types of abuse and the difference between them:
- Intentional abuse
This is deliberate, such as financial or sexual abuse - Unintentional abuse
This is caused by a careless approach to tasks. Such as poor care of a patient or not washing their hands after touching different foods.
What possible effects might abusers have to endure if they abuse someone?
- Having to attend training or be re-trained
- Disciplinary action
- Imprisonment
How might a care user feel after they have been abused?
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Disempowerment
- Embarrassment
- Illness
- Injury
- Loss of trust
- Low self esteem
- Self blame
- Self harm
- Suicidal feelings
- Becoming withdrawn
Name an example of an environment - health care
Dental practice
GP Surgery
Health center
Hospital
Nursing home
Pharmacy
Name an example of an environment - care
Community center
Day center
Residential care home
Support group
Name an example of an environment - child care
Breakfast club
Primary school
Foster home
Name an example of an environment - transport
Ambulance
Boat
Car
Coach
Minibus
Train
Taxi
Name an example of an environment - public
Cinema
Park
Theatre
Name 3 key aspects of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974:
1) The environment must not put anyone at risk
2) The equipment provided must be in good working order
3) There must be a health and safety policy
Name 2 responsibilities that the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 states that employees should have:
1) Report any hazards to the employer
2) Wear any protective clothing that is provided and required
What is the key aspect of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999?
They must provide risk assessments with control measures and provide information and training. This adds more specific detail than the HASAWA.
What are the two food safety legislations?
The Food Safety Act: 1990
The Food Safety Regulations 1992
What are 2 key aspects of the Food Safety Act 1990?
- Covers the safe preparation, storage and serving of food
- Requires the registration of food businesses
What are 2 impacts on care settings of the Food Safety Act 1990?
- Employees must have a high standard of personal hygiene
- Food provided by them must be safe to eat
