Reporting procedures and legislation
Reporting procedures and legislation
Reporting Procedures in Adult Care Settings
- Acknowledge the importance of timely and appropriate reporting of any suspected or actual abuse observed in an adult care setting.
- Understand the need to report to the designated person or authority within the organisation according to the established organisational protocols.
- Know the role of whistle-blowing as a way to raise concerns about malpractice, wrongdoing or any form of abuse and that it is legally protected.
- Recognise the importance of recording all relevant information clearly and accurately to assist in any subsequent investigation.
- Comprehend the significance of confidentiality in reporting procedures and understand when it’s acceptable to breach this due to safeguarding concerns.
Relevant Legislation in Adult Care Settings
- Understand the Care Act 2014, which places duties on local authorities to conduct inquiries if abuse or neglect in adults with care and support needs is suspected.
- Study the Mental Capacity Act 2005, which provides a framework to protect people who lack the capacity to make particular decisions for themselves.
- Acknowledge the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, aimed at preventing unsuitable individuals from working with vulnerable adults.
- Recognise the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 as the key legislation providing protection for whistleblowers.
- Appreciate the Equality Act 2010, which legally protects individuals from discrimination and promotes a fair and equal society.
- Note the Human Rights Act 1998, which outlines fundamental rights and freedoms, including the right to live without fear of degrading treatment.
- Understand the Data Protection Act 2018 that regulates the processing of information relating to individuals, including the obtaining, holding, use and disclosure of such information.
Connection between Reporting Procedures and Legislation
- Understand that reporting procedures in adult care settings should adhere to the legislative framework to ensure the protection and well-being of adults in care.
- Recognise the direct link between an organisation’s reporting procedures and the legal duties under laws such as the Care Act, Equality Act and the Human Rights Act.
- Appreciate that robust reporting procedures can play a vital role in enforcing legislations in the real-world settings of adult care.
- Note the importance of knowledge and training in reporting procedures and legislation to ensure high standards of adult care are maintained.