Introduction to Health and safety
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how many working people suffer form a work related illness
1.4 million
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how many workers have been killed at work
147
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how many other injuries to employees have been reported under RIDDOR
69,208
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how many work days have been lost due to work-related illness or injury
28.2 million
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how many working people sustained an injury from work
581,000 working people sustaining an injury at work
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what is the cost of injuries and ill health from current working conditions
£15 billion estimated cost of injuries and ill health from current working conditions
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how many deaths due to asbestos
2,526 mesothelioma deaths due to past asbestos exposures (2017)
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what is the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)
Regulates the duties and responsibilities of employers and employees for keep everyone safe in the workplace.
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Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR)
Requirements for the safe moving, lifting and handling of any load, including people.
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Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences (RIDDOR) (2013)
There is a legal requirement to report accidents and ill health at work.
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Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) (2002)
Regulations about the control of substances that may be hazardous to health such as medication, illegal drugs, cleaning substances and alcohol.
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Health and Safety First Aid Regulations (1981)
Employers have a legal duty to provide first aid equipment, facilities and employees trained in first aid.
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The Food Safety Act and Food Safety Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013
Laws about the handling, storage and preparation of food to promote good food hygiene and labelling.
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The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999)
Regulations about carrying out risk assessments and putting controls in place to manage risks.
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The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order (2005)
Requirements set out to make sure that workplaces are safe, to prevent and protect against fire.
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The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) (1998 and Miscellaneous Amendments updated 2002)
Regulates the safe use, and maintenance of, work equipment. It includes information on specialist devices, lifting equipment and other items such as televisions and display screens
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The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) (1998
Requirements on work equipment used for moving, lifting and lowering people or loads
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what are the key points in health and safety
secure - secure the health and safety of people at work and those who use your service
protect - from hazards arising
control - storage of hazards
ensure safety - safe working environment
care - employees take reasonable care of themselves
compliance
protect - from hazards arising
control - storage of hazards
ensure safety - safe working environment
care - employees take reasonable care of themselves
compliance
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what is a hazard
A hazard is something that has the potential to cause harm.
e.g. A strong cleaning agent poses an unavoidable danger to those people using it, which is why it's described as a hazardous substance.
e.g. A strong cleaning agent poses an unavoidable danger to those people using it, which is why it's described as a hazardous substance.
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what is a risk
A risk is the chance that someone will be harmed by a hazard.
e.g.
A person working with a hazardous substance runs a risk of injury when using it. However, following usage instructions reduces this risk to a minimum.
e.g.
A person working with a hazardous substance runs a risk of injury when using it. However, following usage instructions reduces this risk to a minimum.
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what is an accident
An accident is an occurrence that is unplanned and undesirable.
e.g.
A person working with a hazardous substance spills it
e.g.
A person working with a hazardous substance spills it
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what does harm mean
Harm is the impact of a work hazard. Harm can be sustained by objects in the form of damage or by persons in the form of injury. Harm is a common consequence of an accident.
e.g. Someone trips over a trailing computer cable and breaks a wrist.
e.g. Someone trips over a trailing computer cable and breaks a wrist.
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what three things cannot be done without relevant training
Basic first aid
assisting with medication
moving and handling
assisting with medication
moving and handling
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what are the five steps to a risk assessment
Identify the hazards of an area, a specific task or situation
Consider who might be harmed and how
Evaluate the risk and decide on precautions
Record the findings of the risk assessment and how to reduce them
Review and update the risk assessment. Any c
Consider who might be harmed and how
Evaluate the risk and decide on precautions
Record the findings of the risk assessment and how to reduce them
Review and update the risk assessment. Any c
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how regularly must equipment used for lifting be tested
every 6 months
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what are the steps to take when moving an individual
Step 1: They make sure that they have the correct equipment in line with Tanya's Risk Assessment and care plan.
Step 2: Patricia talks through the move with Tanya so that she is clear and relaxed about the move.
She demonstrates the move to Manraj t
Step 2: Patricia talks through the move with Tanya so that she is clear and relaxed about the move.
She demonstrates the move to Manraj t
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what are some sudden illnesses
Heart attacks
Strokes
Infections
Severe allergic reaction
Food poisoning
Fractures
Fainting
Diabetic comaw
Strokes
Infections
Severe allergic reaction
Food poisoning
Fractures
Fainting
Diabetic comaw
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what are some impact accidents
rips, slips and falls
Bumping into objects
Being hit by a falling object
Bumping into objects
Being hit by a falling object
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what are some heat accidents
Burns
Scalds
Electric shocks
Scalds
Electric shocks
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what are some mouth and foreign body accidents
Choking
Poisoning
Suffocating
Getting something stuck in ear or eye
Poisoning
Suffocating
Getting something stuck in ear or eye
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what procedure do you follow if someone become ill or has an accident
assess - stay calm and assess area
stay close - take not of any change in condition
summon help - reassure the person
maintain the individuals dignity by making area private
stay close - take not of any change in condition
summon help - reassure the person
maintain the individuals dignity by making area private
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hazardous substance must be
Clearly labelled
Securely stored
Only accessible to authorised people
Stored in their original containers
Listed in the COSHH file (with possible side effects, safe exposure times and emergency procedures for dealing with spillage or personal contact)
Securely stored
Only accessible to authorised people
Stored in their original containers
Listed in the COSHH file (with possible side effects, safe exposure times and emergency procedures for dealing with spillage or personal contact)
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when using hazardous substances you must
Check the hazard symbol on the label
Read the COSHH file to find out about the substance
Follow the COSHH procedures for using the substance
Use protective equipment such as eye protection or gloves where required
Return hazardous substances to their co
Read the COSHH file to find out about the substance
Follow the COSHH procedures for using the substance
Use protective equipment such as eye protection or gloves where required
Return hazardous substances to their co
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how do you dispose of hazardous substances
Needles and syringes (sharps) must be disposed of
Bodily fluids such as urine and vomit must be disposed of using a sluice drain or by being flushed down the toilet
Clinical waste such as used dressings and gloves must be bagged in a yellow or orange clin
Bodily fluids such as urine and vomit must be disposed of using a sluice drain or by being flushed down the toilet
Clinical waste such as used dressings and gloves must be bagged in a yellow or orange clin
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when must you wash your hands
Before and after undertaking personal care
After direct contact with (touching) an individual
When moving from one person to another
After helping people to use the bathroom, commode or changing pads
After using the toilet
Before serving food
Before and a
After direct contact with (touching) an individual
When moving from one person to another
After helping people to use the bathroom, commode or changing pads
After using the toilet
Before serving food
Before and a
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when must you wear PPE
Wear it when dealing with the risk from which the equipment is designed to protect you
Store it safely in a place where it cannot be harmed or become damaged
Report any defects promptly
Store it safely in a place where it cannot be harmed or become damaged
Report any defects promptly
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what are some examples of PPE
Protective gloves
Disposable plastic apron
Protective gowns
Face shields
Hair nets
Eye protectors
Disposable plastic apron
Protective gowns
Face shields
Hair nets
Eye protectors
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what are physical signs of stress
Upset sleep patterns
Indigestion
Difficulty breathing
Chest pains
Fatigue
Stomach complaints such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Tension
Indigestion
Difficulty breathing
Chest pains
Fatigue
Stomach complaints such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Tension
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what are emotional signs of stress
Anxiety
Depression
Mood swings
Loss of motivation
Guilt
Anger
Feeling helpless
Irritable
Depression
Mood swings
Loss of motivation
Guilt
Anger
Feeling helpless
Irritable
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what are mental signs of stress
Forgetfulness
Poor concentration
Suicidal thoughts
Indecisiveness
Worrying
Poor concentration
Suicidal thoughts
Indecisiveness
Worrying
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what are behavioural signs of stress
Weight loss
Weight gain
Binge eating and changes in eating patterns
Misuse of alcohol, tobacco and other substances
Violence and aggression
Relationship issues
Weight gain
Binge eating and changes in eating patterns
Misuse of alcohol, tobacco and other substances
Violence and aggression
Relationship issues
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how can we manage stress
Exercise and healthy diet
Positive thinking
Laughter
Making lifestyle changes
Deep breathing, meditation or prayer
Music and dance
Medication
Talking with friends or a counsellor
Taking part in a relaxing activity you enjoy such as going for a walk, takin
Positive thinking
Laughter
Making lifestyle changes
Deep breathing, meditation or prayer
Music and dance
Medication
Talking with friends or a counsellor
Taking part in a relaxing activity you enjoy such as going for a walk, takin
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what is the food hygiene regulation 2006
The Food Hygiene and safety legislation is to make sure that food is stored, prepared, handled, distributed and sold in a hygienic manner.
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what is the food information regulation December 2014
This legislation requires that all organisations who provide food including care and health care providers must provide information about the allergenic ingredients used in any food they sell or provide. It covers pre-packed and non-pre- packed foods.
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what are some tips for food safety
Check the use-by date on food
Dispose of food that is past the use-by date
Wash food before you prepare it, for example lettuce and vegetables
Wash equipment in hot soapy water or a dishwasher in between using it
Use different chopping boards for
Dispose of food that is past the use-by date
Wash food before you prepare it, for example lettuce and vegetables
Wash equipment in hot soapy water or a dishwasher in between using it
Use different chopping boards for
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how should we store food
Store raw and cooked food separately
Store raw meat at the bottom of the fridge
Store food in sealed containers and keep cooled
Throw out food that has not been stored correctly
Food stored in the fridge should be labelled and dated
Make sure any f
Store raw meat at the bottom of the fridge
Store food in sealed containers and keep cooled
Throw out food that has not been stored correctly
Food stored in the fridge should be labelled and dated
Make sure any f
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how should we prepare food
Cook or reheat food above temperatures of 75 degrees centigrade
Keep food above 63 degrees centigrade for up to two hours
Never reheat food more than once
Dispose of food not eaten within two hours
Keep food above 63 degrees centigrade for up to two hours
Never reheat food more than once
Dispose of food not eaten within two hours
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how should our personal hygiene be towards food
Tie back long hair and wash your hands
Make sure your nails are clean and cut short
Use the protective clothing and equipment provided by your organisation such as gloves during food preparation
Wash your hands after touching raw meat
Put a blue p
Make sure your nails are clean and cut short
Use the protective clothing and equipment provided by your organisation such as gloves during food preparation
Wash your hands after touching raw meat
Put a blue p
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what are some signs of poor nutrition
Larry has lost a lot of weight in the past couple of months
He has become confused and disorientated lately
Julia has cracked lips and sores in her mouth. Her skin looks dry and dull and her eyes appear sunken.
He has become confused and disorientated lately
Julia has cracked lips and sores in her mouth. Her skin looks dry and dull and her eyes appear sunken.
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What can you do to promote good nutrition and hydration when supporting an individual?
monitor food and drink intake
arrange meal times to su them
offer a variety of drinks to increase fluid intake
provide healthy snacks
offer a choice of food and drink
arrange meal times to su them
offer a variety of drinks to increase fluid intake
provide healthy snacks
offer a choice of food and drink
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how many workers have been killed at work
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147
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Front
how many other injuries to employees have been reported under RIDDOR
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Front
how many work days have been lost due to work-related illness or injury
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Front
how many working people sustained an injury from work
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