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Policy title. Visitors to the Aged Care Facility 
A description of the policy This policy sets out the procedures and conditions for visitors to the Aged Care Facility. 
Explain the purpose of the policy The purpose of this policy is to ensure that visitors to the facility are aware of the conditions of entry, and that they follow the proper procedures to minimise the risk of infection or injury to residents and staff.
Add statements regarding any conditions related to policy Visitors must wash their hands upon entry to the facility.

Visitors must wear a face mask at all times while in the facility.

Visitors must maintain a distance of at least 1.5 metres from residents and staff at all times.

Visitors must not enter any resident rooms without prior permission from staff.
Advise of scope of practice relating to policy  This policy applies to all visitors to the Aged Care Facility.
Specify responsibilities related to policy  Visitors are responsible for adhering to the conditions of entry.

Staff are responsible for ensuring that visitors are aware of the conditions of entry, and for escorting visitors to resident rooms.
Include procedure details  Visitors must sign in at the main reception upon arrival.

Visitors must provide their name, contact details, and the name of the resident they are visiting.

Staff will escort visitors to the resident’s room.

Visitors must wash their hands and put on a face mask before entering the room.

Visitors must maintain a distance of at least 1.5 metres from the resident at all times.

Visitors must not stay for more than 30 minutes.

Visitors must wash their hands and remove their face mask before leaving the room.
Record Keeping  Visitor sign-in sheets will be kept at the main reception.
Advise of version and revision date of policy  This is the first version of this policy, dated 1st January 2021.
Identified problems and possible solutions  If a visitor does not comply with the conditions of entry, staff may ask them to leave the facility.

If a visitor is displaying symptoms of illness, staff may ask them to leave the facility and seek medical advice.

Possible solutions:
– clearer signage at the entrance to the facility regarding the conditions of entry

– staff reminding visitors of the conditions of entry upon arrival

 

Procedure title  Washing hands 
A description of the procedure  This procedure explains how to wash your hands effectively. 
Explain the purpose of the procedure  The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that your hands are clean and free of germs. 
Add statements regarding any conditions related to procedure  This procedure should be followed whenever your hands are dirty or before you come into contact with food. 
Advise of scope of practice relating to procedure  This procedure is relevant to all staff working in the aged care/disability sector. 
Specify responsibilities related to procedure  All staff are responsible for ensuring that their hands are clean at all times. 
Include procedure details  1. Wet your hands with clean, running water.

2. Apply soap to your hands and lather well.

3. Rub your hands together for at least 20 seconds. Be sure to scrub all surfaces, including the backs of your hands, wrists, between your fingers, and under your fingernails.

4. Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.

5. Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.
Record keeping  A record of this procedure should be kept on file in the office. 
Advise of version and revision date of procedure  This procedure was last updated on [date]. 
Identified problems and possible solutions  If you do not have access to soap and water, you can use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. 

 

Using the policies and procedures that you have created in Assessment task 02 complete the report by answering the following questions:  

 

Policy and one (1) procedure that is relevant to the Aged care / disability sector that can be used in the aged care/disability facility Lab on campus.

One policy and procedure created in Assessment Task  02 are,

 

Policy - Visitors to the Aged Care Facility

Procedure - Washing hands 

 

Questions

R1. Legal and ethical responsibilities pertaining to following policies and procedures  
1a Identify any three (3) legal and ethical responsibilities you had when writing policies and procedures for this Aged Facility/ Disability Centre  

 

 

 

1b Discuss what you may do if you are unsure of any area of your work and/or your scope of compliance requirements of this Aged Facility/ Disability Centre  

 

 

 

1c Identify two (2) risks, and the penalties/consequences of non-compliance and where they will be referred to.  

 

 

 

R2. Leadership/modeling ethical behavior pertaining to your policies and procedures  
2a Identify three (3) ways you would lead by example and model ethical behavior.  

 

 

 

 

R3.  Communicating changes in policies and procedures  

3a Identify three (3) ways of communicating your policies and procedures for all colleagues.  

How would these be formatted /written?  

 

 

 

R4. Monitoring compliance   
4a Identify three (3) ways of monitoring compliance pertaining to your policies and procedures  

 

 

 

R5. Regulatory bodies pertaining to policies and procedures  
5a Identify two (2) regulatory bodies to which you would have to make yourself accountable and refer issues to.  

 

 

SCIENCE
HEALTH SCIENCE
NURSING
ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTANCE CHCLEG003

 

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