3.1 Describe different types of accidents and sudden illness that may occur in own work setting.

Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Unit: Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings
Learning outcome: Understand procedures for responding to accidents and sudden illness.
Assessment criteria: 3.1 Describe different types of accidents and sudden illness that may occur in own work setting.

• Accidents and sudden illness that may occur in your work setting can include:
  • Slips, trips and falls
  • Burns
  • Scalds
  • Muscle strains (e.g. from incorrect lifting)
  • Cuts and scratches
  • Food poisoning
  • Viral or bacterial infection
  • Heart attack or stroke
  • Seizures (e.g. epilepsy etc.)
  • Fainting