Instructions: For this assignment learners are required to investigate the associated risks and control measures for a range of specific work issues relative to their chosen vocational area i.e. Healthcare, Childcare etc. Learners will also investigate one occupational related illness and examine it in detail. (Word count 1,200 -1,500 +/- 10%) Please note if you do go over your word count, deduction will be at tutor discretion, based on the relevance of the information submitted. Learners will construct their assignment using each of the headings noted in Bold below while addressing each of the listed criteria: 1. Introduction Provide a brief introduction for the reader which addresses each of the following points: The aims/objectives of the assignment. A brief overview of your chosen vocational area of study. Any potential or associated risks/hazards related to your chosen vocation. Appropriate control measures for each of the following: Noise and sound Stress Diet, exercise and lifestyle Substance misuse (10 marks) (2 marks) (2 marks) (2 marks) (1 mark) (1 mark) (1 mark) (1 mark) 2. Select one Occupational Related Illness and give a detailed description by using the following headings: (10 marks) Overview Causes Symptoms Impact on the worker Preventative measures (2 marks) (2 marks) (2 marks) (2 marks) (2 marks) 3. Recommendations (5 marks) On completion of your investigation make clear and detailed recommendations for changes and improvements to be made in relation to safety and health in your chosen vocational area. 4. Evaluation (5 marks) A comprehensive account of what have you learned from undertaking this investigation regarding the associated risks and appropriate control measures of the vocational specific work issues? You should discuss your thoughts on preventative measures regarding occupational related illness in comparison to treating individuals for illnesses. Referencing, Presentation and Formatting Please be advised that learners will be deducted up to 10% of the total marks available for this assignment for poor presentation, incorrect spelling, referencing and grammar. PLEASE ENSURE TO CLEARLY REFERENCE All INFORMATION SOURCED IN YOUR WORK WITH EVIDENCE OF IN-TEXT REFERENCING AND SUPPORTING BIBLIOGRAPHY. TO ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT REFERENCING FORMAT IS APPLIED LEARNERS SHOULD REFER TO THE ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES ON REFERENCING DOC. PENALTIES WILL BE APPLICABLE (REF MOST UP TO DATE VERSION OF THE PLAGIARISM POLICY) TO THOSE ASSESSMENTS THAT DO NOT CONSIDER THESE REFERENCING GUIDELINES. Presentation: overall, the assignment should be well presented. Before final submission, review grammar, sentence structure and spelling Formatting: Headings should be in bold, size 14 and centred, main body font size 12, align to the left, line spacing 1.5 Assessment Criteria Research, Report and Written Work. Pass Merit Distinction Pass: 50% -64% 65% -79% 80% - 100% The candidate has: provided the minimum relevant information required by the task provided limited evidence of research provided information from a limited use of sources made a limited attempt to present information in a clear, logical sequence. Merit: The candidate has achieved everything at pass grade and has: provided clear evidence of relevant information required by the task provided information which shows evidence of relevant research using a variety and range of sources demonstrated evidence of analysing information presented information in a clear, logical sequence. Distinction: The candidate has achieved everything at pass and credit grade and has: provided clear and consistent evidence of relevant information required by the task provided information which shows evidence of a high level of research and a wide range of sources which are clearly referenced provided strong evidence of clear thinking and analytical skills.