Health and Safety in Care Settings

A collection of vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts in health and safety in care settings.

Hazard

A potential source of harm.

Risk

The probability or chance that someone will be harmed by a hazard.

The 6 Pack

A set of six health and safety regulations established to ensure workplace safety.

Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

Regulations concerning the safe handling of loads by employees.

Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Regulations 1992

Regulations requiring employers to assess and mitigate risks associated with display screen work.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulations 1992

Regulations requiring the provision of suitable PPE to employees when risks cannot be controlled otherwise.

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

Regulations that require employers to assess significant risks to employees and keep records.

Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992

Regulations that ensure adequate workplace conditions such as ventilation, temperature, and safety facilities.

Risk Assessment

The process of identifying and analyzing potential risks that could harm individuals in the workplace.

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAW)

The primary legislation outlining employers' and employees' responsibilities regarding workplace health and safety.