HCPC Safeguarding

Question 1

What are the six principles of adult safeguarding under the Care Act 2014?

Accepted Answer

Empowerment, prevention, proportionality, protection, partnership, accountability

Answer

The Care Act 2014 established six adult safeguarding principles: Empowerment, Prevention, Proportionality, Protection, Partnership, and Accountability — forming a framework for adult safeguarding practice.

Question 2

What is the definition of an 'adult at risk' under the Care Act 2014?

Accepted Answer

An adult aged 18+ who has care and support needs AND is experiencing or at risk of abuse/neglect AND unable to protect themselves due to those needs

Answer

Under the Care Act 2014, an adult at risk must meet all three criteria: have care and support needs, be experiencing or at risk of abuse or neglect, and be unable to protect themselves due to those needs.

Question 3

A healthcare professional discovers bruising on an elderly patient that is inconsistent with the patient's explanation. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Follow local safeguarding procedures — document findings, raise a concern, and refer to the appropriate safeguarding team or lead

Answer

Unexplained or inconsistent bruising in an elderly patient is a potential indicator of physical abuse. HCPC standards require raising a safeguarding concern through formal channels immediately.

Question 4

Which law provides the statutory framework for child safeguarding in England?

Accepted Answer

Children Act 1989 and Children Act 2004

Answer

The Children Act 1989 (establishing paramountcy of child welfare) and Children Act 2004 (establishing Local Safeguarding Children Boards, Section 47 duty) together form the primary statutory framework for child safeguarding in England.

Question 5

What does 'Making Safeguarding Personal' mean in adult safeguarding practice?

Accepted Answer

An approach that engages the adult at risk in determining what outcomes they want from any safeguarding intervention, prioritising their wishes

Answer

Making Safeguarding Personal (MSP) is a sector-led initiative requiring safeguarding responses to be person-centred — starting with what the adult at risk wants and working to achieve those outcomes where safe.

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