OCR level 3 health and social care - unit 3 Correct 100%

Name three types of hazards in care environments. - Answer Environmental, biological, chemical, psychological, physical, musculoskeletal, working conditions, working practices and lack of security systems. Name two examples of practical hazards. - Answer Broken furniture, clutter or objects on the floor, extension cords, poor lighting, rugs, stairs, wet flooring. How can a hazard potentially impact an employee - Answer Illnesses and other physical effects, stress/mental wellbeing, injuries. How can a hazard affect an employer - Answer Taken to court, fined, closed down, failing an inspection, poor reputation. How can a hazard impact a service user - Answer Financial loss, MRSA and other infections, poor levels of care. What are the four categories of potential impacts of hazards - Answer Injury or harm, illness, poor standards of care and financial loss. What are the two types of abuse - Answer Intentional and unintentional. What are the potential effects for abusers in care settings - Answer Training/re-training, suspension, disciplinary action, dismissal, being sued for negligence, imprisonment, loss of professional status, CQC/Ofsted involvement. What are the 5 categories of settings where hazards and abuse can occur - Answer Health care, social care, child care, transport and public environments. What does HASAWA stand for - Answer The Health and Safety at Work Act. Name three key aspects of the HASAWA - Answer Working environment must not put anyone at risk, the equipment provided must be safe and in a good working order, employers must provide adequate health and safety training for staff, a written health and safety policy should be provided, protective equipment, if needed, must be available to employees free of charge. What are three employee responsibilities under this Act - Answer They must co-operate with their employer by following the health and safety regulations, report any hazards, do not misuse or tamper with equipment, e.g. fire extinguishers, take care of themselves and others in the workplace, wear any protective clothing and take part in any health and safety training provided. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations reinforce the HASAWA. Name two things employers must ensure under these regulations - Answer Risk assessments are carried out and control measures implemented, competent individuals are appointed to manage health and safety and security - and to deal with any emergencies, information, training and supervision are provided so that work activities can be carried out safely. What are the two pieces of legislation concerning food safety called - Answer The Food Safety Act 1990 and the Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations 1992. What are two impacts on care settings of the Food Safety Act - Answer Employees must maintain high standards of personal hygiene, employees who prepare and serve food should be provided with training in food safety, food should be stored correctly, food must be safe to eat, and records must be kept of where food is from so it is traceable. What are three key aspects of the Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations - Answer Food safety hazards are identified, food handlers must wear suitable clean and appropriate protective clothing, safety controls must be in place and reviewed, food handlers must be supervised and-or trained in food hygiene at an appropriate level for their job, the area where food is prepared must be kept clean and in good condition, adequate arrangements for storage and disposal of waste. What are the four safety points according to the Food Standards Agency for residential care homes - what is it that spreads causing illness/hazards if these guidelines are not followed - Answer Handwashing, food storage and preparation, accidents and meals - harmful bacteria. What are three key aspects of Manual Handling Operations Regulations - Answer Avoid the need for manual handling as far as possible, assess the risk of injury from any manual handling that is unavoidable, take action to reduce the risk of injury and employers must provide information, training and supervision in manual handling. What is the impact on care settings of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations - Answer Training must be provided for anyone who needs it, any manual handling must be risk-assessed, employees must not operate manual handling equipment unless they are trained, lifts should be planned and practised, reduced risk of injury and reduced need for staff to undertake manual handling. What does RIDDOR stand for - Answer Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013. Who are incidents reported to - Answer HSE - Health and Safety Executive. What incidents are reportable - Answer Work-related incidents that cause death, those that cause serious injury such as loss of sight, fractures, etc. diagnosed cases of work-related diseases, e.g. occupational dermatitis and asthma, incidents that have the potential to cause harm, e.g. collapse of equipment, chemical spills or leaks.