CHCLEG001 Work Legally and Ethically

Q1.Provide an example for each of the following that apply to the role of an aged care or disability worker (in Australia):

• An International law
• A State law

Q2. A)What are your legal and ethical responsibilities regarding the discrimination of an older person or person with disability?

b) Give a specific example of what you could do in your work role to make sure the person you are supporting is not discriminated against.

Q3. What are the legal and ethical considerations regarding dignity of risk when supporting an older person or person with disability?

Q4. Name two rights from the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that are directly relevant to aged care or disability work and provide an example of what you would do in your workplace to uphold each right.

Q5.A)Explain what you should do if you are asked to carry out a task that is not within the scope and boundaries of your work role.

b) Give at least 2 examples of limitations you may encounter within your work role.

Q6.Provide at least two types of legal issues that may arise when you are providing services to a person. Give an example for each type of issue to support your answer.