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    ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS

     This assessment contributes to the determination of competency in this unit.

     You are required to answer all questions to a satisfactory level to gain a satisfactory grade in this assessment task.

     Should you have any concerns about this assessment, please contact your trainer/assessor before beginning the task.

    ASSESSMENT TASK 2
    Question 1
    Imagine you are a person that relies on a wheelchair for all your mobility. Look at the building you are in
    right now and assess its accessibility for a person relying on a wheelchair for their mobility. Use the
    following guidelines:
    Choose either yes or no.

    a. Name the building you are assessing (e.g. my home, my classroom)

    ☒ Yes My Home
    ☐ No

    b. Are there adequate number of accessible parking spaces available?

    ☒ Yes
    ☐ No

    c. Is there a clear path of travel from the parking area to the entrance?

    ☒ Yes
    ☐ No

    d. Is there a way into the building that does not require stairs?

    ☐ Yes
    ☒ No

    e. If the main entrance has stairs, is there an alternative entrance?

    ☐ Yes
    ☒ No

    f. Do doors have a wide enough openings

    ☒ Yes
    ☐ No

    g. Are door handles within reach and operable with a closed fist

    ☐ Yes
    ☒ No

    h. Is there space for wheelchair seating at tables and counters

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    Question 1
    Imagine you are a person that relies on a wheelchair for all your mobility. Look at the building you are in
    right now and assess its accessibility for a person relying on a wheelchair for their mobility. Use the
    following guidelines:
    Choose either yes or no.

    ☒ Yes
    ☐ No

    i. Are aisles and corridors wide enough for a wheelchair to turn around

    ☒ Yes
    ☐ No

    j. Is at least 1 toilet fully accessible

    ☒ Yes
    ☐ No

    k. Are hand-washing facilities within reach

    ☐ Yes
    ☒ No

    l. Are drinking fountains or kitchen facilities within reach

    ☐ Yes
    ☒ No

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    Question 2

    a. How does the disability services Act 1993 explain disability?


    Someone has a disability if the disability is attributable to an intellectual, psychiatric, sensory or physical
    impairment, or a combination of such impairments. Also if this is permanent or likely to be permanent. And
    that this results in a reduced capacity of the person for communication, learning or mobility and the need
    for ongoing support services.

    b. What are the main categories of disability you may encounter when working in the community
    services industry?

    Intellectual, psychological, sensory, physical. There are also acquired and developmental.

    c. What is the theory of social constructs of disability?

    Society and its institutions have the power to construct disability round social expectations of health.

    d. What is the suggested course of action for dealing with ethical dilemmas?

    Don’t rush to a decision, Think of all the different considerations, Speak with colleagues (if appropriate).
    Take advice from the people who may understand best, including supervisors, consider the relevant
    legislation. Do the right thing in the best interests of the person for whom you are caring.

    e. What are three methods you can employ to develop and adjust your own approaches to facilitating
    empowerment?

    Don’t assume that you know what is best for someone, ask them and find out.
    Put away stereotypes and focus on the individual and their needs as communicated by them, by whatever
    means
    Don’t rush in and try to fix everything and do everything for someone with disability, but allow them to
    grow ad develop through expressing what they need and doing things, where possible for themselves. – or
    learn to do it for themselves

    f. What steps can you take to foster human rights?

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    Question 2

    Talk about them, lean and teach others about them, behave in a way that promotes them.
    Advocate it generally and for the people under your care. Challenge those who violate them or express
    views contrary to them or do not allow them to others. Help people wth disabilities to understand them and
    how to ensure that their rights are not violated, tell them how to stand up for their rights and how to access
    assistance to do that.

    g. List four strategies for assist people with disabilities to exercise their rights and support

    Educate them on their rights


    Advocate on their behalf as required
    Advise them on the legislation and
    Advise on what t do if they are violated – ie feedbacks, pursuing legal rights through the authorities.

    h. What does a person-centred approach include?

    It means putting the person , not their disability at the centre of the support and development you are going
    to assist them with. Tis should reflect the person’s strengths, core values, goals and dreams. Understanding
    and planning activities that they want to achieve for growth and self actualisation.

    i. There are a range of different activities that may result in breaches to the human rights that are
    allowable to a person with a disability. List six.

    Physical restraint, chemical behaviour modification, chemical restraint, disallowing access to a place or
    group, mechanical restraint, seclusion, non inclusion, separation, prevention of access to a dangerous
    situation

    j. What are some of the indicators of harm, neglect, abuse or risk of harm?

    Cuts, bruises, swelling, Poor health, being dirty or unwashed, not having clothes changed, self abuse,
    extreme attention seeking behaviour, flinching or showing extreme and ‘unnecessary ‘ fear.
    k. What steps can you take to facilitate choice and self-determination?

    Communicate, know the person’s needs and desires, plan to achieve their goals, work with them to access
    the support they need, lay out the options and allow them to choose, help set personal goals for growth,
    advise what support and facilities are available.

    l. What are the three main components to active communication?

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    Question 2
    Sending communication
    Receiving communication
    Providing feedback

    m. What are some of the common obstacles when working with the families of people with disabilities?

    The family may not want help, they may not want to give the required access, or allow the person to move
    towards empowerment, they may not have, or want to invest the time or money to support such activities
    and interventions. There are cultural and social barriers.

    n. Who are some of the relevant people who may be involved in developing skill development and
    maintenance plans?

    The person in question, the carer, the care worker, the family.
    Disability support provider ( ie company like NWDS)
    Expert support like, phsyo, medical, therapists, trainers, and other professional providers and organisations.

    o. What is informed consent?

    Permission granted in the full knowledge of the possible consequences of giving that permission.

    p. List four advocacy actions for people with a disability

    Behaving in a way that demonstrates that you ar eon their side and no one elses
    Being concerned with their fundamental needs
    Remaining loyal and accountable to them in an empathetic and determined way
    Ensuring a duty of care at all times.

    END OF TASK

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