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

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