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Working in health and social care settingB1 Analyse how legislation informs policies and procedures in health and social care provision.
Policies and procedures influence the actions that are taken in the care setting, and it also includes
all the activities that are done “within their boundaries”. They are important because it protects the
people care and support them in the setting. The organisation must follow the regulations that are
put in place within the care setting to ensure that patients and staffs are safe, it reduces mistakes
and also it makes sure that it’s following the law standards. The setting must be up to date with the
legislation, so the policies and procedures are according to that. It also plays a role in keeping the
employees’ behaviour in check such as a “mechanism to hold them” if they don’t have a clue what
their roles and responsibilities are. Some policies and procedures in the care settings are
safeguarding and protection, equal opportunities, record keeping, and confidentiality. First aid,
concerns/whistleblowing and complaints, administration of medicines and health and safety etc are
some more policies which are in the setting study plex (N.D).
According to access (2024), “Social care policies and procedures must be kept up to date, reviewed
by management on a regular basis”. They must also “comply with the legislation”, “comply with the
regulations” and also “Reflect best practice I the area they cover”.
Practitioners have duty of care towards the individuals and other practitioners they collaborate with.
The policies and procedures are there to ensure that service providers are acting in the best interest
of the patients, and they are caring and supporting the individuals instead of risking harm or abuse.
It also means that the care and treatment is of the highest quality, safe and is effective. The records
must be accurate, up to date and the service providers should only carry out the procedures if they
are competent after training. Health and social care provision must also regulate with the legal
requirements in order to meet the standards which help to give service to everyone expected. There
should also be systems that must be in place to handle complaints and establish consent for the
individuals care and treatment. They should behave in a way that is acceptable in the care setting.
Legislation acts as guide alongside policies and procedures to meet the agreed standards induction
process in different care settings. They should know how to provide support to different life stages
with certain needs. The organisation must run security background checks when recruiting workers,
so they don’t hurt the patients. they must make improvements while monitoring/reviewing them to
make the place even better for service users. If there are changes made in the legislation, the roles,
responsibilities, duties and rights would also change for service users and the staffs and would have
to be updated. Promoting safety is important in the setting which includes safe ordering, handling,
storing and disposing of medication. The providers should provider consistent care and support to
meet the individual’s needs. Different policies and procedures are also put in place for service
providers to work together. The setting should have enough practitioners who are experienced, have
skills and are knowledgeable to provide the best care. Practitioners should have DBS checks and are
qualified and professional enough to keep the confidential information confidential which helps to
build trust and confidence in patients Wyatt L et al (201, page 181-182).
, All relevant legislation that is set out by the government underpins the policies and procedures
that are developed by the organisations such as care homes and hospitals etc. the legislation is put
in place so the practitioners must comply with the legal requirements when providing health
services as its their duty. They must follow them to ensure the safety, wellbeing and rights of
individuals that are receiving care. The laws inform the development of policies and procedures
that guide day to day activities of service providers. By aligning with the legislation, they are
meeting the legal requirements and provide high quality care to the service users.
Equality Act 2010: This act promotes equality and prohibits discrimination on different
backgrounds, disability, gender or race etc. in care setting, the practice must ensure equal services,
reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability, and protection against discrimination.
Policies and procedures are developed to ensure compliance with this act such as providing
accessible facilities/services and offering translators to those who can’t speak English etc. by
aligning with this act, the practitioners can create an inclusive and supportive environment for all
individuals.
The Mental Capacity Act: It provides a framework for making decisions on behalf of individuals
who lack mental capacity. This act requires practitioners to follow certain principles e.g. assuming
capacity unless proven. This makes sure the individuals are involved in their decision-making
process about their care while also respecting their feelings. By developing policies and procedures
for this act they ensure that the rights of individuals are respected and protected. This includes
conducting capacity assessments, appointing advocates and establishing processes for making
decisions in the best interest of the patients.
The Care Act 2014: This act sets out duties and responsibilities of local authorities in providing care
and support to meet individual’s needs. This act conducts assessments to determine an individual’s
care and needs and develop a support plan to meet their specific needs. It promotes individuals’
wellbeing, provide choice and control in their decision-making process. They must ensure that the
individuals receive person centre care and provide support. It focuses on preventive measures,
collaborative work and integration on care services.
The Health And Social Care Act 2008: This act regulates the quality and safety of healthcare
services, which includes registration and inspection of practitioners. It requires practitioners to
meet certain standards of quality and safety. It establishes CQC as regulatory body responsible for
monitoring and inspecting services to ensure compliance with these standards. They develop
policies and procedures to provide safe, effective and high-quality care. This also includes
implementing infection control measures, maintaining accurate records, conducting risk
assessments and ensuring staffs are trained and qualified. By adhering to this, the practitioners
can establish their commitment to delivering safe and reliable care and promoting transparency
and accountability within the healthcare system.
B2 Explain reasons for professional standards and codes of practice within the health and social
care sector.
All health and social care professionals must treat all individuals with dignity, respect and promote
confidence in their own skills, experience and knowledge. In order to achieve this, the practitioners
must carry out their roles and responsibilities effectively and behave in a way that’s expected of a
professional. They are set to clear expectations to the practitioners about the effective practice. It
enables practitioners to reflect on their practice, individually and collectively against the national
agreed standards of effective practice. It also shows the service providers to identify the areas and
improve their professional development. The practitioners continue their professional development
throughout their career to improve their skills and report concerns social work England (2024).
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