HSC DM2: Protection of children, young people and adults in health and social care

1. Understand legislation, policies and procedures in relation to safeguarding and protection

• 1.1. Explain protection in relation to safeguarding
• 1.2. Summarise legislation, policies and procedures in relation to the safeguarding and protection of: • children and young people • adults

2. Understand how to respond to suspected harm or abuse

• 2.1. Explain actions to take if harm or abuse is suspected and/or disclosed for: • children and young people • adults
• 2.2. Analyse the roles of agencies when responding to suspected harm or abuse of: • children and young people • adults
• 2.3. Explain the responsibilities of the health and social care practitioner in relation to whistleblowing

3. Understand how to access additional support and information in relation to safeguarding and protection

• 3.1. Explain sources of support and information in relation to safeguarding and protection of: • children and young people • adults
• 3.2. Describe how to access support and information in relation to safeguarding and protection

4. Understand the purpose of Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews and Safeguarding Adults Reviews

• 4.1. Explain why Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews and Safeguarding Adults Reviews are required
• 4.2. Analyse how outcomes of Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews and Safeguarding Adults Reviews inform practice