2.3. Outline how risk assessments can support a person-centred or a child-centred approach

Qualification: Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Health and Social Care
Unit: 1.5: Awareness of health and safety in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare
Learning outcome: 2. Understand the purpose of risk assessments in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare settings
Assessment criteria: 2.3. Outline how risk assessments can support a person-centred or a child-centred approach

• Minimise risk so that individuals can do the things they want to do
• Promote informed choice
• Promote independence
• Promote collaboration and participation