Develop health and safety and risk management policies, procedures and practices in health and social care or children and young people’s settings
Understand the current legislative framework and organisational health, safety and risk management policies, procedures and practices that are relevant to health, and social care or children and young people’s settings
1.1 Explain the legislative framework for health, safety and risk management in the work setting.
Legislation is a law that has been passed by a legislative body such as parliament. The legislative framework is one that is used by all professionals when working with or alongside children and families.
The setting in which I am deputy play leader is registered with the CSSIW. All staff is required by contract to have up to date CRB checks, child protection, first aid, food hygiene and are expected to attend any additional training offered to them. All staff has a good knowledge of what policies and procedures are used in the setting and are informed of any changes made to these. The setting ensures staff, children and visitors are kept safe by monitoring risks daily using risk assessments and carrying out regular fire drills. Policies, procedures and any relevant reading are placed where staff can easily access and is always available. There are good links and relationships with health visitors and other outside agencies. The setting uses these policies and procedures to promote good practice, keep children safe and healthy and protect human rights.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSAW)
This is the main piece of legislation affecting health and safety in the work environment. The act provides a framework for employers to provide a healthy and safe environment, not just for their employees but also for visitors, contractors and paying customers. It also requires employees to take reasonable precautions for the safety of themselves and others, and to cooperate with...