Explain the procedures for recording and reporting accidents and emergencies.

Understanding health and safety practice in a care setting

Aim

This unit is about legal and workplace requirements, awareness of hazards and risks in the workplace and good health and safety practice.

Outcome 1 Identify relevant laws and care setting requirements in relation to health and safety at work

1.1 identify the relevant laws and legal regulations relating to health and safety in a care setting

1.2 identify procedures relating to health and safety practice in a care setting

1.3 explain the procedures for recording and reporting accidents and emergencies

1.4 describe the requirements for ensuring that the rights of the individual are respected when dealing with health and safety matters.

Outcome 2 Identify hazards and risks in a care setting

2.1 describe how to reduce the spread of infection in the care setting

2.2 explain how own health and hygiene may affect the safety of others in the care setting

2.3 describe the types of personal protective equipment that should be used during hazardous activities

2.4 explain why personal protective equipment should be used in a care setting

2.5 identify hazards that might cause accidents or injuries in a care setting

2.6 explain why some individuals may be more at risk of accidents or injury than others

2.7 describe own responsibility in identifying hazards and risks in the care setting

2.8 identify different kinds of emergency which may occur in the care setting.