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Principles for implementing duty of care in health and social care.
1.1. Explain what it means to have duty of care in own work role
A duty of care is a legal obligation imposed on an individual requiring that they adhere to a standard of reasonable care. It’s a requirement to exercise a reasonable degree of attention and caution to avoid negligence which could lead to harm to others.
Duty of Care is the legal responsibility, to ensure the safety and well-being of others
1.2. Explain how duty of care contributes to the safeguarding or protection of individuals
Policies and Procedures –are rules set out by your work place the procedures are there to be followed and to safeguard the individuals that we care for
Conforming to Legislation-by following legislation such as Health and Social Care Act 2008
Risk Assessments-by following and review risk assessments reporting concerns and reporting potential hazards will minimize any risk
Training-to ensure my training is up to date and that I am aware of any changes in legislation
2.1. Describe Potential Conflicts or Dilemmas That May Arises between the Duty of Care an Individual’s Rights. …show more content…
The individual may not realise how dangerous it could be if she lost her way or even forgets where she lives, we would need to explain the risks if the individual did leave on their own and try and come to some sort of compromise to reduce the risk like the individual having an escort
1.1. Explain what it means to have duty of care in own work role
A duty of care is a legal obligation imposed on an individual requiring that they adhere to a standard of reasonable care. It’s a requirement to exercise a reasonable degree of attention and caution to avoid negligence which could lead to harm to others.
Duty of Care is the legal responsibility, to ensure the safety and well-being of others
1.2. Explain how duty of care contributes to the safeguarding or protection of individuals
Policies and Procedures –are rules set out by your work place the procedures are there to be followed and to safeguard the individuals that we care for
Conforming to Legislation-by following legislation such as Health and Social Care Act 2008
Risk Assessments-by following and review risk assessments reporting concerns and reporting potential hazards will minimize any risk
Training-to ensure my training is up to date and that I am aware of any changes in legislation
2.1. Describe Potential Conflicts or Dilemmas That May Arises between the Duty of Care an Individual’s Rights. …show more content…
The individual may not realise how dangerous it could be if she lost her way or even forgets where she lives, we would need to explain the risks if the individual did leave on their own and try and come to some sort of compromise to reduce the risk like the individual having an escort