SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this module, the trainee/student must be able to: LO1. Explain the concepts and principles in maintaining a clean and therapeutic environment LO2. Explain the procedure in maintaining a clean and therapeutic environment LO3. Assist client in implementing a safe and therapeutic environment LO1. EXPLAIN THE CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES IN MAINTAINING A CLEAN AND THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT CRITERIA: The concepts and principles of a clean and therapeutic environment are explained following OHS legislation and guidelines. Organizational and environment protection policies and procedures are discussed to ensure safety of the client. Appropriate tools, equipments, toys and games are identified according to the age of the child / status of the patient to maintain a therapeutic environment. Schedule of use and maintenance of the equipment is explained to the client to ensure safety. Regular monitoring/checking of area for hazards and risks is implemented. Fire exits are kept unobstructed. Disposing of waste materials is conducted in a safe and hygienic way. Cleaning materials are stored safely. Environment is set-up to ensure safety of the client. CONTENTS: Potential hazards to children Hazards on traffic for children OHS legislation and guidelines Risk minimization strategies and risk reduction strategies Appropriate tools, equipment, toys and games by age level Use and Maintenance of Equipment Waste disposal CONDITIONS: Students/trainees must be provided with the following: Legal and legislative requirements Play area with appropriate toys and padding Dummies (baby and toddler) Gates on stairs Covers on electrical socket Fire exits and fire extinguishers Cleaning materials Hand-outs/Manual
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this module, the trainee/student must be able to: LO1. Explain the concepts and principles in maintaining a clean and therapeutic environment LO2. Explain the procedure in maintaining a clean and therapeutic environment LO3. Assist client in implementing a safe and therapeutic environment LO1. EXPLAIN THE CONCEPTS AND PRINCIPLES IN MAINTAINING A CLEAN AND THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT ASSESSMENT CRITERIA: The concepts and principles of a clean and therapeutic environment are explained following OHS legislation and guidelines. Organizational and environment protection policies and procedures are discussed to ensure safety of the client. Appropriate tools, equipments, toys and games are identified according to the age of the child / status of the patient to maintain a therapeutic environment. Schedule of use and maintenance of the equipment is explained to the client to ensure safety. Regular monitoring/checking of area for hazards and risks is implemented. Fire exits are kept unobstructed. Disposing of waste materials is conducted in a safe and hygienic way. Cleaning materials are stored safely. Environment is set-up to ensure safety of the client. CONTENTS: Potential hazards to children Hazards on traffic for children OHS legislation and guidelines Risk minimization strategies and risk reduction strategies Appropriate tools, equipment, toys and games by age level Use and Maintenance of Equipment Waste disposal CONDITIONS: Students/trainees must be provided with the following: Legal and legislative requirements Play area with appropriate toys and padding Dummies (baby and toddler) Gates on stairs Covers on electrical socket Fire exits and fire extinguishers Cleaning materials Hand-outs/Manual
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