Unit 3- Health, Saftey And Security

Question 1

Define risk?

1.1

Answer 1

It is the potential for a hazard taking place

Question 2

Define hazard?

1.1

Answer 2

It is something that can cause harm (either a gas, liquid or solid) and they all have different levels of danger
They can be minimised or not changed at all

Question 3

Environmental hazards?

1.1

Answer 3

Slip and trip hazards

Pollution 
Water pollution
Air pollution 
Land pollution
Pests

Question 4

Psychological hazards?

1.1

Answer 4

Stress and fatigue

Mental health
Tiredness in both the service users and service providers
Barriers-pride,manliness and phobias

Question 5

Musculoskeletal hazards?

1.1

Answer 5

Manual handling (DSE) - display screen equipment

IPads and computers

Question 6

Working conditions hazards?

1.1

Answer 6

Temperature, noise and travel

Too hot will become agitated or dehydrated and lathargic

Question 7

Working practices hazards?

1.1

Answer 7

Working hours and supervision

Shifts
Policies

Question 8

Physical hazards?

1.1

Answer 8

Noise and radiation

Exposure to gases and smells
X-rays and scanning equipment
Being around ill people could make service provider ill

Question 9

Chemical hazards?

1.1

Answer 9

Medicines and cleaning materials

Bleach
Do not mix chemicals
Acids are corrosive so should be kept under lock and key

Question 10

Lack of security systems hazards?

1.1

Answer 10

Door locks and alarm systems

DBS
Should be trained
Fire security systems

Question 11

Biological hazards?

1.1

Answer 11

Waste and infection

Coloured bins (e.g. red and yellow)
Blood cannot mix-organs cannot touch
Blood, urine, feces, vomit and fluids

Question 12

What would high work loads due to staff absence cause?

1.1 1.2 1.3

Answer 12

Stress
High blood pressure

Increased heart rate
Mental health will deteriorate
Fatigue

Question 13

What would poor ventilation cause?

1.1 1.2 1.3

Answer 13

Respiratory illness

Poor personal hygiene which can cause the spread of spread of MRSA

Question 14

What causes MRSA?

1.1 1.2 1.3

Answer 14

MRSA is caused by bacterium strands that have acquired a resistance to particular anti-biotics

MRSA is most common in large amounts at the back of the throat and nose

If given the right conditions it will multiply (warmth with a food supply)

Question 15

Why is MRSA a problem in a hospital?

1.1 1.2 1.3

Answer 15

It can cause severe problems, such as, blood stream infections and surgical site infections

Question 16

Intentional hazards?

1.2

Answer 16

Harm- a service provider may hurt a service user on purpose due to discrimination

Financial loss- individuals steal on purpose from other individuals who are vulnerable and prone to mistreatment

Legal action- people are intentionally taken to court for different actions. The individuals would be aware of it

Question 17

Unintentional hazards?

1.2

Answer 17

Illness- individuals may not wash hands or clothes after being ill meaning the bacteria will still be there. Individuals may also accidentally cough onto someone meaning germs are being spread

Financial loss- something could be picked up by accident and misplaced but this is rare

Question 18

Both unintentional and intentional?

1.2

Answer 18

Injury- it could happen by accident as an individual could slip and break a leg (unintentional)
Injury- service providers may not put down a wet flood sign which may cause another individual to slip and fall(intentional)

Poor standards of care- service providers may not do a job or look after an individuals to their best ability due to their own views and opinions (intentional)
Service provider may not have received training ,meaning they cannot provide appropriate care (unintentional)

High staff turnover- staff leave intentionally to go to a different job. However could be fined and may not have meant to cause the business any financial problems

Question 19

Typical hazards in a health environment (e.g. hospital or GP surgery)
1.4

Answer 19

Medicine
Bio-waste 
Sterilisation equipment 
X-ray machines 
Cleaning solution
Sligo floors
Crowding
Medical negligence 
Violence at work 
MRSA
Allergic reactions

Question 20

Typical hazards in a care environment (e.g. residential care home, individuals home)
1.4

Answer 20

Passing of bacteria
Dangerous
Wrong medication could be took by the individuals
Beds sores
Body waste
Moving and handling equipment (walking frames etc)

Question 21

Hazards in a child care environment (nursery or school)

1.4

Answer 21

Chocking hazards
Small toys
Bacteria spread
Climbing frames
Paints and pens in mouth
Food allergies 
Food technology (knifes, fire)
Science technology (acids, corrosives)

Question 22

Hazards in a public environment (shopping centre, park)

1.4

Answer 22

Terrorism 
Stabbing
Tripping
Other individuals
Restraints 
Reasonable force
Needles or glass left in park

Question 23

Hazards with transport (minibus and ambulance)

1.4

Answer 23

Fast-speeding
Could knock individuals over
If in an ambulance the service providers would be constantly listening to siren which could harm ears
Training may not be successful

Question 24

Who is responsible for enforcing legislation?

2.1

Answer 24

Workers on the ground

Management

Question 25

Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) 2002 | 2.1

Answer 25

This act requires employers to carry out risk assessment to prevent or control exposure to hazardous substances It requires employers to have procedures in place for safe working with hazardous substances It requires employers to provide information, training and supervision so that work activities can be carried out safely

Question 26

Examples of substances that fall into COSHH | 2.1

Answer 26

``` Glues Paints Fumes Bacteria Dust Cleaning agents ```

Question 27

What are the 8 steps to COSHH? | 2.1

Answer 27

Assess the risks-work our what hazardous substances are used in the workplace and the possible risks to people’s health Decide what precautions are needed before starting work with hazardous substances Prevent or adequately control exposure Ensure that control measures are used and maintained Monitor the exposure Carry out appropriate health surveillance Prepare plans and procedures to deal with accidents, incidents and emergencies Ensure employees are properly informed, trained and supervised

Question 28

Reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations (RIDDOR) 2013

Answer 28

Requires employers to report and keep records for three years of work related accidents that cause death and serious injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences It requires work settings to have procedures in place for reporting injuries, diseases and incidents It requires employers to provide information and training on reporting injuries, diseases and incidents

Question 29

Examples of injuries user RIDDOR | 2.1

Answer 29

``` Cuts Slips Burns Broken bones Diseases Amputations Crush injuries to the head or torso that causes damage to the brain or internal organs ```

Question 30

Data protection act 1998 | 2.1

Answer 30

The main act that protects the security of personal information It requires that information is accurate and up to date It requires that information is kept secure

Question 31

The civil contingencies act 2004 | 2.1

Answer 31

The act sets out how organisations must work together to plan and respond to local and national emergencies (both local and national) It establishes how organisations, such as, emergency services, local authorities and health bodies can work together and share information It requires that risk assessments are undertaken and emergency plans are put into place

Question 32

How many categories does the civil contingencies act 2004 have

Answer 32

Two Part 1=where Part 2=when

Question 33

Manual handling operations regulations 1992 | 2.1

Answer 33

This act requires that employers avoid hazardous manual handling tasks where possible and assess those that cannot be avoided It requires that employers eliminate or reduce the risks associated with manual handling tasks It requires employers to provide information,training and supervisions about safe loving and handling

Question 34

Summary of the manual handling operations regulations 1992 | 2.1

Answer 34

All staff should be trained in manual handling Always plan a lift before you carry it out Use the equipment that is available Never hurry or cut corners when living another person Where possible have more than one person doing a lift Practice the lift before doing it for real Ensure appropriate clothing is worn

Question 35

Food safety act 1990 | 2.1

Answer 35

Requires that good personal hygiene is maintained when working with food so that it is safe to eat It requires that records are kept of where food is from so that it can be traced if needed It requires that any food that is unsafe is removed and an incident report is completed

Question 36

Principles of the food safety act 1990 | 2.1

Answer 36

To ensure you do not add anything in food, take out anything from food or treat food the way which means it would be damaging to the health of people eating Food served or sold is of the nature, substance or quality’s which customers would expect Food is labelled, advertised and presented in a way that is not false or misleading

Question 37

Food safety (general food hygiene) regulations 1995 (amended 1999 and 2004)

Answer 37

Requires that food safety hazards are identified Requires that food safety controls are in place, maintained and reviewed Requires that environments where food is prepared or cooked are kept clean and in good condition Raw meat and ready to eat products must be prepared on separate chopping boards to prevent cross contamination Must wear protective clothing (hair nets and aprons etc)

Question 38

Health and safety at work act 1974 | 2.1

Answer 38

The basis for other health and safety regulations and guidelines It establishes the health and safety executive as the regulator for the health, safety and welfare of people in work settings int he UK Establishes the key duties and responsibilities of all employers and employees in work settings

Question 39

Main principles of the health and safety at work act 1974 | 2.1

Answer 39

Make work placements and schools safer around the world Protect people from any risks that could injure them seriously, meaning they are not able to work Making sure that the environment is safer for someone to be there Employers have to take adequate steps to protect their workers from exposure to these risks and they should tell the staff about what risks are and how they are being protected

Question 40

Summary of the health and safety at work act 1974 | 2.1

Answer 40

Ensure the health and safety employees and others on premises Provide a safe place at work, including safe access Provide a safe system of work Ensure the safe use, handling, storage and transporting of articles and substances Provide a safe working environment and adequate welfare arrangements Provide information, instruction, training and supervision

Question 41

Management of health and safety at work regulations 1999 | 2.1

Answer 41

Places duties on employers to carry out and implement risk assessments of the health, safety and security of their employees and others who live and work in these settings Requires work settings to have arrangements in place including appointing competent people to manage health, safety and security, as well as, procedures for emergency situations that may arise Requires employers to provide information, training and supervision so that work activities can be carried out safely

Question 42

Management of health and safety at work regulations 1999 requirements 2.1

Answer 42

Risk assessments Provision of safe and adequate equipment Safe systems of work Establishment of emergency procedures (fire, bomb threats and evacuation etc) Appointment of “competent persons” (poster with persons name on it for who’s responsible) Special considerations for pregnant workers and young people Provision of information and training