GIBS

GIBS may refer to:Legislation, Policy, and Procedure in Health and Social Care

Factsheet 1: Relationship between Legislation, Policy, and Procedure

Legislation, policy, and procedure are interconnected frameworks that guide practice in health and social care settings. Legislation forms the foundation, establishing legal requirements and principles. Policies are organizational guidelines that translate legal mandates into practical rules for staff. Procedures outline the specific steps staff must follow to implement policies, ensuring consistent and safe practice.

How they work together:

Legislation sets the broad legal framework. For example, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 mandates employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees.
Policies are developed by organizations to address specific aspects of the legislation. A care provider might develop a policy on manual handling, based on the Health and Safety at Work Act, detailing safe techniques for lifting and moving individuals.
Procedures then outline the exact steps staff must take when implementing the policy. For instance, the manual handling procedure might include specific instructions on using hoists, risk assessments, and reporting procedures.

Example:

If a care worker is assisting a resident with personal care, the following might apply:

1. Legislation: The Health and Social Care Act 2008 requires providers to have procedures in place to prevent and control infections.
2. Policy: The organization has a policy on infection control, including hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
3. Procedure: The procedure for personal care might specify that the care worker must wash their hands before and after each interaction with the resident, wear gloves when handling body fluids, and dispose of PPE appropriately.

Factsheet 2: Summaries of Key Legislation

1. Care Act 2014

Summary: The Care Act 2014 consolidates and reforms adult social care law in England. It focuses on promoting well-being, prevention, and personalized care. Key aspects include:
- Needs assessments and eligibility:Local authorities must assess individuals' needs and determine eligibility for support.
- Charging and financial assessment:Clear guidance on how individuals will be charged for care.
- Safeguarding adults: Establishes a framework for safeguarding adults at risk of abuse or neglect.
- Integration of health and social care:Promotes closer working between health and social care services.

2. Equality Act 2010

Summary: The Equality Act 2010 protects individuals from discrimination based on protected characteristics (age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation). In health and social care:
- Equal access to services: People with disabilities should have equal access to healthcare and social care services.
- Reasonable adjustments: Service providers must make reasonable adjustments to ensure that people with disabilities can access services.
- Fair treatment: People should be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their protected characteristics.
- Eliminating discrimination:Organizations must take steps to prevent discrimination and promote equality.

Factsheet 3: How Legislation Informs Policies and Procedures

A. Care Act 2014:

Manager's perspective: Managers are responsible for ensuring their services comply with the Care Act's requirements for needs assessments, eligibility, and safeguarding. They must develop policies and procedures that reflect these requirements.
Care worker's perspective: Care workers must understand their responsibilities under the Care Act, such as identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns, and following procedures for conducting needs assessments.
Patient's perspective: Patients have the right to have their needs assessed and to be involved in decisions about their care. They should be aware of their rights and how to access support.

B. Equality Act 2010:

Manager's perspective: Managers must ensure that policies and procedures promote equality and do not discriminate against any individual or group. They must also ensure reasonable adjustments are made for people with disabilities.
Care worker's perspective: Care workers must understand and adhere to policies and procedures related to equality and diversity. They must treat everyone with respect and ensure that their actions do not cause discrimination.
Patient's perspective: Patients should expect to be treated fairly and with dignity, regardless of their protected characteristics. They should feel comfortable raising concerns about discrimination.

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