Task 1

Describe your workplace procedures for dealing with different types of accidents and emergencies which could happen in the workplace.

This could include spillages of pharmaceutical products/waste, medical conditions/emergencies, sudden illness, fire, slips, trips, falls, and minor injuries.

Analyze the responsibilities of the pharmacy technician in responding to workplace accidents and emergencies.

Task 2

• List and describe the main risk management principles as published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
• Summarise the components of a risk management system, including risk assessment; risk avoidance; risk transfer, mitigation or prevention; and risk retention.
• Explain the use of health and safety risk assessments in relation to your workplace practices.
• Please provide examples to support the points made.