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Contribute to health and safety in health and social care
Worksheet 5: Hazards and risks
Learning outcome 2 Assessment criteria 2.1
A hazard is something which has the potential to cause harm.
Risk is defined as the likelihood of a hazard causing harm.
Using the grid below identify the risks posed to individuals by the hazards listed. A
hazard is something which has the potential to cause harm. Risk is defined as the
likelihood of a hazard causing harm.
Activity
Match the hazard to the risk posed.
Hazard
spillages on floor
equipment on floor
unsuitable storage of cleansers and/or
chemicals
drugs/medication not locked away
brakes and footrests on wheelchairs not
used appropriately
inappropriate disposal of 'sharps'
lack of, or damaged moving and handling
equipment
equipment stored in wrong area or position
Risks posed
theft, loss, swallowed by the wrong
person
falls, shin and skin injuries
slips, trips, falls
Needle stick injury and infection
spillage causing skin damage, slips,
trips, falls, accidental swallowing
back injuries to yourself; injuries to
service user, moving and handling
injuries to spine, limbs
trips, falls, leg injuries
. Equipment not available in an
emergency.
Think of your workplace environment and use the table below to identify any hazards
and the risks they could pose to you, individuals or others.
Hazard
Risks posed
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There are many hazards in the environment, which have the potential to cause harm or
injury to others.
The hazards that will be commonly met in the care environment can be grouped into:
1. Environmental hazards, such as wet or slippery floors.
2. Hazards relating to equipment and materials, such as faulty brakes on
wheelchairs.
3. Hazards connected with people, such as when their behaviour can affect the
health and well-being of others.
Now list the potential hazards in your workplace under each of the headings.
1. Environmental hazards.
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2. Hazards from equipment and materials
3. Hazards connected with people.
Activity
1. Identify two hazardous substances used in your workplace.
2. Describe how these are stored safely.
3. Describe how you use them safely.