Protection from abuse and harm

    Cards (2)

    • Explain the right individuals have to protection from abuse and harm.
      This means : All care settings need to follow safeguarding procedures to protect children and adults because they are vulnerable.
      This is important because -
      People in care might be more vulnerable to abuse and harm eg. Children/Adults in care, that lack mental capacity, have dementia, have a learning disability, have a physical disability
      Anyone (care workers and care users) is at risk of abuse and harm
    • Examples of right to protection from abuse and harm
      Any from -
      • carry out dbs checks
      • designanted safeguarding lead
      • have clear and up-to-date procedures – fire, complaints, lockdown
      • staff training on manual handling, safeguarding and first aid
      • risk assements
      • follow reporting procedures for abusive behaviour