2:45 回上M。@ * * 7all 52%|E unit 2 Hea..ledge)5Task 3 (b)A.C2.2.1following on from or completed risk assessment explain why it is important recording risk and reviewing risk within theworkplace.Task 4A.C2.2.2Explain how risk assessments are used to manage risks related to1.Manual handlingHandling hazardous substancesWorkstationsI.I.IV.The disposal of pharmaceutical wasteThe riskHow are risk assessments used to manage the riskManual handlingManual handling is one of the most common task that resultin injury in the workplace. In the case of manual handling, itis important to avoid unnecessary processes, check whichmethods of manual handling can be avoided to reduce therisk of injury. if manual handling is required, it is importantto use the correct posture to reduce the likelihood of injury,all of this information should be detailed in the employer'srisk assessment.In the event of handling hazardous substances the first thingto do is to recognize that the substance is in fact hazardousHandling hazardous substancesTHEWOOLWICHCOLLEGEBTEC Assignment BriefTWCCby verifying products labels. When a hazardous substance isknown you should check the risk and work whichprecautions will be taken. A COSHH report should be used toidentify the risks, check the best working process to reducethe risk to ensure the safety of employees. All points aboveare related to and following the correct steps of a riskassessment.WorkstationsThe disposal of pharmaceutical waste目II 2:42 I Mk •O * * llul 51%ÀSECTION 3- Understand procedures for responding to accidents and emergenciesUnit/Criteria To achieve the criteria, you must show that you are able toreference3.13.2Describe the procedures for dealing with accidents and emergencies in own workplaceOutline the responsibilities of pharmacy support staff in responding to accidents and emergencies|A.C2.3.1Task 5Describe the procedure for dealing with accidents and emergencies within your area of work. Your description shouldhighlight the main points of during which such incidences and consider both work colleagues, patients, and customers.Accident/ IncidentProcedure for dealing with accident or incident...Spillages of pharmaceutical products/waste,A) HazardousB) Non hazardousC) Other wasteMedical conditions/emergenciesA) Medical ConditionsB) Medical emergenciesICHBTEC Assignment BriefTWC) Sudden illnessesOther accidents or incidentsa) Slips or tripsb) Fallsc) Minor injuriesd) Other, please provide detailsTask 6A.C2.3.2Outline the roles and responsibilities of pharmacy support staff when dealing with accidents and emergencies. You maywant to use the list above as an aid to answer the question or provide specific examples to support your answer.An example of assessing, prioritizing and making a process of action for an accident could be a member of the public whofell and broke their ankle due to wetting the floor from rainwater entering the area.The pharmacy support staff must assess the health and safety of the fallen patient and assess the water risk in thearea as well as the risk to the injured party, other members of the public and staff members.• The first aider must be notified as part of the assessment. Once evaluated, move to the accident response priorityand then take action. In this example, the injured member of the public has the top priority to evaluate theirwelfare, check for injuries and provide reassurance.• The second priority is that dealing with wet floors, placing hazard signs and cleaning wet floors reduces the risk ofanother member of the public or staff being injured. Monitoring the issue while it is raining greatly reduces the riskin the future.• Record the accident in the accident book is required.Using the same scenario shown in the incident example above but this time the member of the public fell and broke theirhead on the floor then it is important to still follow the assessment, prioritize and take action steps. In this case, however, itis more important for quick actions and decisions.• t is possible that the first Aider must provide first aid while prioritizing the response, since the cut can be deep.Maybe the patient is confused and require medical attention, probably require an emergency service, there maybeblood on the ground, and surfaces that should be cleaned in accordance with health and safety regulations.• Once the assessment, prioritization and action related to the severity of the emergency have been completed,remedial action must be addressed. What can be done to prevent this from happening again in the future? Did welearn anything from the incident? Was it reported in the accident book and is a RIDDOR report required? Good andproper procedures detailed in the health and safety manual in which staff read and receive training are key to asafer working environment.II

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Task 3 (b) A.C 2.2.1 following on from or completed risk assessment explain why it is important recording risk and reviewing risk within the workplace. Task 4 A.C 2.2.2 Explain how risk assessments are used to manage risks related to 1. Manual handling Handling hazardous substances Workstations II. II. IV. The disposal of pharmaceutical waste The risk How are risk assessments used to manage the risk Manual handling Manual handling is one of the most common task that result in injury in the workplace. In the case of manual handling, it is important to avoid unnecessary processes, check which methods of manual handling can be avoided to reduce the risk of injury. if manual handling is required, it is important to use the correct posture to reduce the likelihood of injury, all of this information should be detailed in the employer's risk assessment. Handling hazardous substances In the event of handling hazardous substances the first thing to do is to recognize that the substance is in fact hazardous THE 0WOOLWICH COLLEGE BTEC Assignment Brief TWC by verifying products labels. When a hazardous substance is known you should check the risk and work which precautions will be taken. A COSHH report should be used to identify the risks, check the best working process to reduce the risk to ensure the safety of employees. All points above are related to and following the correct steps of a risk assessment. Workstations The disposal of pharmaceutical waste

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