Maintain hot food to a temperature of 63°C. Cool foods as quickly as possible. Check sell/use by dates on all foods before use. Do not refreeze frozen foods. Do not put hot food into a refrigerator. Keep food work surfaces and areas clean. Check refrigerator and freezer temperatures regularly. 6. Induction, In-Service Training, NVQ and Education & Training Support Induction All members of staff are given a comprehensive introduction to The Home on commencement of employment: Introduction to existing members of staff and Clients. Tour of premises. Full explanation of the rules and values laid down by The Home. Awareness of The Home’s quality procedures, its policies, rules and responsibilities. Location of fire alarm and emergency call systems. Completion of job application forms. The names and addresses of two referees are required. Explanation of job description, responsibilities and accountabilities. In-Service Training All staff are trained to a level to enable them to carry out their duties in a competent and skilled manner in order to maintain the quality of care within The Home. Training includes Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and the correct procedure in the case of fire or accident. Each new member of staff is allocated a key trainer and support trainer and is required to complete an induction programme within the three months of their probationary period. NVQ and Educational Training The Government has responded to the need for education and training, to meet the increasing demands of employers, by setting up the National Council for Vocational Qualifications. Employers are taking on more and more responsibility for the education and training of their staff, with the emphasis on continued improvements in performance, resulting in employees being able to perform their duties to the required standards by way of practical experience as well as a learning process. The Home’s Educational and Training Manual provides comprehensive training and education for staff under the following headings: Psychiatric Diagnosis Mental Illness Drugs used in Psychiatry Treatments and Therapies in Psychiatry Medical Matters
Maintain hot food to a temperature of 63°C. Cool foods as quickly as possible. Check sell/use by dates on all foods before use. Do not refreeze frozen foods. Do not put hot food into a refrigerator. Keep food work surfaces and areas clean. Check refrigerator and freezer temperatures regularly. 6. Induction, In-Service Training, NVQ and Education & Training Support Induction All members of staff are given a comprehensive introduction to The Home on commencement of employment: Introduction to existing members of staff and Clients. Tour of premises. Full explanation of the rules and values laid down by The Home. Awareness of The Home’s quality procedures, its policies, rules and responsibilities. Location of fire alarm and emergency call systems. Completion of job application forms. The names and addresses of two referees are required. Explanation of job description, responsibilities and accountabilities. In-Service Training All staff are trained to a level to enable them to carry out their duties in a competent and skilled manner in order to maintain the quality of care within The Home. Training includes Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and the correct procedure in the case of fire or accident. Each new member of staff is allocated a key trainer and support trainer and is required to complete an induction programme within the three months of their probationary period. NVQ and Educational Training The Government has responded to the need for education and training, to meet the increasing demands of employers, by setting up the National Council for Vocational Qualifications. Employers are taking on more and more responsibility for the education and training of their staff, with the emphasis on continued improvements in performance, resulting in employees being able to perform their duties to the required standards by way of practical experience as well as a learning process. The Home’s Educational and Training Manual provides comprehensive training and education for staff under the following headings: Psychiatric Diagnosis Mental Illness Drugs used in Psychiatry Treatments and Therapies in Psychiatry Medical Matters