RO21 Hygiene, Safety and Security Flashcards
What is Hygiene?
Preventing the spread of germs (bacteria) - keeping people from becoming ill
What is Security?
Protecting service users by stopping inappropriate people getting in to the building or by stopping vulnerable people getting out
What is Safety?
Stopping people (care practitioners and service users) from being hurt
Which law is most closely linked to safety?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
What is personal hygiene?
Looking after your own bodily health through cleanliness
Identify some personal hygiene measures
Appropriate hand washing Regular showering and hair washing Regular brushing of teeth Hair tied back/covered Open wounds covered no jewellery No nail polish
Identify other measures to prevent the spread of infection
Appropriate protective clothing Appropriate use and disposal of tissues General cleanliness of rooms Wear gloves/masks Deep cleaning of rooms Disinfect toys Send ill children home
How does having good hygiene measures protect service users/ prevent the spread of infection?
Prevents transfer of bacteria Destroys bacteria Prevents infections Prevents illness Care worker carries less germs/bacteria Reduces the spread of bacteria Stops others coming into contact with germs Removes places for bacteria to be trapped
Identify some security measures
Checking/monitoring external entrances Monitoring of keys Security pads on doors Manned reception desk Signing in/out Staff lanyards Visitor badges Window locks/restraints Locked external gates CCTV at entrance doors
How does having good security measures protect service users?
Controls access - only authorised people have access Prevents vulnerable people walking off Children can't just leave with anyone Staff are easy to identify Visitors are easy to identify Prevents unwanted visitors
What are the 3 main categories of safety?
Emergency procedures
Equipment
Moving and handling procedures
What is a procedure?
A way of doing something
What is an emergency procedure?
A way of doing something in an emergency
Identify some examples of emergency procedures
First aid Fire Gas leak Bomb scare Flood
How does having emergency procedures protect service users?
Provides guidance for staff
Residents feel safe because staff know what they are doing
Action sis taken quickly - there is no confusion
What considerations are needed when it comes to equipment?
Staff need to be trained to use it
Needs to be fit for purpose
Risk assessments need to be done
Regular safety checks need to be carried out
PPE needs to be provided to use it (safety goggles)
How do all the equipment considerations protect service users?
Prevents injuries - staff also Reduces risk Improves hygiene Staff have the knowledge and skills Identifies and minimises hazards
Identify some equipment used in Health and Social Care
Hoist Climbing frame Slide Stair gates Wheelchairs
Why might service users need to be moved and/or handled?
Stroke Disabled Old Injured Weak
Identify some examples of moving and handling
Getting a service user in/out of bed/shower/chair
Using hoists
Carrying shopping bags for a service user
Lifting a child on to a changing mat
What are moving and handling procedures?
Instructions and guidance on good practice for lifting and handling service users
Assessment identifies if a second person is needed
What are the implications for staff of following moving and handling procedures?
Prevents injury to care workers
Improves confidence
Protects from accusations of abuse
How does having moving and handling procedures benefit service users?
Prevents injuries to service users
Improves comfort and dignity of service users
Shows respect
Instills confidence and trust and service users feel safe
Safer environment
Will not feel disempowered
