A person assessing risks in a nursing home or daycare should consider how likely a hazard is to cause harm, how serious that harm could be, and how many workers are exposed. It is important to document all risk assessments. Hazards and risks should be controlled through elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, or personal protective equipment with PPE as a last resort. Proper maintenance and safe usage of electrical equipment can help prevent electrical hazards.

3. A person who identifies the risk of harm or
injury from a hazard in a nursing home or
daycare should consider these questions:
1. how likely it is that a hazard will cause
harm ;
2. how serious that harm is likely to be;
3. how often(how many) workers are exposed

4. It is a must that you have a record of every risk
assessment done. Assessing or evaluating the
hazards and risks is crucial in making decision
on the mode of control to be used.

5. CONTROL HAZARDS AND RISKS
Eliminating – to remove it completely
Substitution- to replace or substitute a
hazardous agent or work process with a less
dangerous one
Engineering Control- changing a piece of
machinery or a work process to reduce
exposure to a hazard.

6. Administrative control- working a limited
number of hours in a hazardous area
Personal Protective Equipment it includes the
ear and eye protection , respirators and
protective clothing

7. Personal Protective Equipment should be the
last alternative in controlling hazards and risks
in workplace.

8. PRACTICAL WAYS TO PREVENT HAZARDS AND
RISKS

9. A Closer Look at Electricity
Ensure that all electrical equipment you use is in
good condition.
Check the electrical cords and make sure they are
not frayed.
Hands should be dry before attempting to use any
electrical to use any electrical equipment
Do not attempt to change fuses unless you know
what you are doing
Do not turn on all appliances at the same time just
because you want to save time.

10. Use of Personal Protective Equipment
Wear gown that is long enough to cover your
clothing. A caregiver should wear a clean
gown in every client care. In case gown is not
available , apron should be worn to mask
clothing during client contact.