Reference no: EM133919310
PROVIDE INDIVIDUALISED SUPPORT
Activity
1. Read the following descriptions of risks to health and safety. What would you do to remove or reduce the risk in each case?
1. The lid of the kettle is broken and falls off when pouring.
2. A person is likely to forget to wait for the support worker before getting into the shower and is at risk of losing balance or slipping.
3. A person has left clothes on the floor after undressing.
4. Food in a person's fridge is past its use-by-date.
5. A power cord to the electric shaver has frayed.
6. The kitchen linoleum is becoming unstuck and becoming a potential trip hazard.
2. What role can individual workers take when supporting a person to maintain a comfortable environment?
3. Give two (2) examples of factors that may affect people requiring support.
4. What should you do if you notice sudden changes in a person's ability or behaviour?
5. How as a carer can you address a situation when there is a need you are unable to meet?