Nvq 2 Infection Control
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1.1 Explain employees’ roles and responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection.
As an employer it is our responsibility to adhere to the company's polices and procedures as well as those implemented by localised procedures. This means any communicable diseases that are notifiable must be brought to the attention of the appropriate authority.
1.2 Explain employers’ responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
It is the responsibility of the employer to provide all employees with information on policies as well as ensuring all employees have sufficient training where necessary. Also to provide adequate PPE (personal protective equipment) to all members of staff .
2.1 Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infection.
The health and safety at work act 1974
COSHH
RIDDOR
The Food Safety Act
The Environmental Protection Regulations.
The Public Health Act
Hazardous waste Act
2.2 Describe local and organisational policies relevant to the prevention and control of infection
The Public Health (control of disease) Act
Social Care Act
NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence)
Own company's polices and procedures.
3.1 Describe procedures and systems relevant to the prevention and control of infection
Following the company's correct policy and procedures. which relate to, correct hand washing procedure, wearing correct PPE, the correct disposal of waste, and using the correct cleaning equipment when required.
3.2 Explain the potential impact of an outbreak of infection on the individual and the organisation
The outbreak of an infection has consequence for individuals, staff and the organisation. It can cause ill health to all concerned and can also impact emotionally due to isolation. An infection can be fatal and may result in death if care is not taken.
The organisation...
As an employer it is our responsibility to adhere to the company's polices and procedures as well as those implemented by localised procedures. This means any communicable diseases that are notifiable must be brought to the attention of the appropriate authority.
1.2 Explain employers’ responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection
It is the responsibility of the employer to provide all employees with information on policies as well as ensuring all employees have sufficient training where necessary. Also to provide adequate PPE (personal protective equipment) to all members of staff .
2.1 Outline current legislation and regulatory body standards which are relevant to the prevention and control of infection.
The health and safety at work act 1974
COSHH
RIDDOR
The Food Safety Act
The Environmental Protection Regulations.
The Public Health Act
Hazardous waste Act
2.2 Describe local and organisational policies relevant to the prevention and control of infection
The Public Health (control of disease) Act
Social Care Act
NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence)
Own company's polices and procedures.
3.1 Describe procedures and systems relevant to the prevention and control of infection
Following the company's correct policy and procedures. which relate to, correct hand washing procedure, wearing correct PPE, the correct disposal of waste, and using the correct cleaning equipment when required.
3.2 Explain the potential impact of an outbreak of infection on the individual and the organisation
The outbreak of an infection has consequence for individuals, staff and the organisation. It can cause ill health to all concerned and can also impact emotionally due to isolation. An infection can be fatal and may result in death if care is not taken.
The organisation...