Policies and Procedures

Question 1

what’s the definition of a policy?

Answer 1

Clear statement of intent about how an organisation conducts it services

Question 2

what’s the definition of a procedure?

Answer 2

Employees putting the policy into action

Question 3

how does legislation influence staff?

Answer 3

1. safe staffing levels
2. promoting wellbeing
3. effective supervision

Question 4

how does legislation influence premises?

Answer 4

1. make sure they’re kept clean
2. hand washing facilities
3. escape routes and exits provided

Question 5

how does legislation influence working practices?

Answer 5

1. encourages good personal hygiene
2. recording and storing info correctly
3. wearing gloves/aprons when handling hazardous waste