8.2 Use measures to protect own security and the security of others in the work setting.

Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
Unit: Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings
Learning outcome: Be able to implement security measures in the work setting.
Assessment criteria: 8.2 Use measures to protect own security and the security of others in the work setting.

• Measures to protect your security and the security of others in the work setting can include:
  • Using a logging in/logging out book and visitors badges
  • Challenging unfamiliar faces
  • Ensuring data is secure (e.g. stored in locked filing cabinets, not leaving computers logged in etc.)
  • Reporting unusual behaviour to your manager or security personnel
  • Contacting the police, where necessary