QCF641 | Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace | 1.4 | State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to:– collective protective measures– personal protective equipment (PPE)– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)– local exhaust ventilation (LEV). | 1.5 | State how the health and safety control equipment relevant to the work should be used in accordance with the given instructions. | 1.6 | State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and warning signs are relevant to …show more content…
| 4.6 | Describe how to apply principles of equality and diversity when communicating and working with others. |
QCF643 | Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace | 1.3 | Describe the different types of technical, product and regulatory information, their source and how they are interpreted. | 1.4 | State the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. | 1.5 | Describe how to obtain information relating to using and storing lifting aids and equipment. | 2.1 | Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working:– in the workplace, in confined spaces, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. | 2.2 | Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative. | 2.3 | Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the reports. | 2.4 | State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to the work.QCF641. 3.7 | 2.5 | Describe how and when the different types of fire extinguishers, relevant to the given occupation, are used in accordance with legislation and official guidance.QCF641. 3.7 & 3.8 | 3.4 |
State why and when health & safety control equipment identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to 1st & 2nd fixing components,
State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to:
Candidates are required to outline the main employee and employer’s responsibilities under the following health and safety legislation:
Criteria 1.4: State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to:
| Describe the different types of technical, product and regulatory information, their source and how they are interpreted.
Making sure equality and diversity procedures are followed in a business environment will impacts on overall success of organisation. By recognising the strengths of differences between individuals company can get a great advantage in terms of employee motivation and clients satisfaction.
5.3 To comply with legislation to minimise individual self or others, to safeguard myself and others health and safety and to apply agreed working practiceds to use equipment.
Before I start work, I ensure that the environment is spacious to avoid any accidents. By ensuring that the floor is dry and clear of any obstruction or material that could result to risk of an accident to both the service user and member of staff in line with Health and Safety first Aids Regulations 1987. I carry out checks on the residential areas and on the surroundings, fire checks and parked the wheelchairs and Zimmer frames in their appropriate places to avoid any accidents. I check to see that all doors and windows were locked and secured and areas are hazard
A list of the key legislation relating to health and safety in a social care setting-
1.1- Describe how current health and safety legislation, policies and procedures are implemented in the setting.
As well as ensuring that the equipment meets the required safety standards, it should be age and ability appropriate to the people using it, and regularly checked to make sure that it is still in good repair, and fit for purpose.
State how security arrangements are implemented in relation to the workplace, the general public, site personnel and resources.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Field Operations Manual “provides compliance officers with a single source of updated information and guidance to more effectively protect employees from occupational injuries, illnesses, and fatalities” (New OSHA Field Operations Manual enhances compliance, n.d., para. 1).
* Take responsibility to ensure the staffs are given appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision in order to comply with Health and Safety rules and procedures.
• Local Authority must be working in conditions with regard to health and safety are in place