UNIT TITLE: Healthy Home Environment
LEVEL: One
CREDIT VALUE: 3 (10 hour credits)
UNIT CODE: HJ21TE002
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(Understanding, skills, knowledge to be learned) |
(Standards of achievement against which outcomes will be measured) |
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The learner will be able to:
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The learner has achieved this because (s)he can: |
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1. Recognise sources contributing to indoor air pollution |
1.1 Name 5 sources of indoor air pollutants 1.2 State how they contribute to indoor air pollution
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2. Recognise the impact of indoor air pollution on family health |
2.1 List a minimum of 3 effects of smoking on a) babies, b) children, c) adults, d) pregnant women e) older people 2.2 Identify how 3 other sources of indoor air pollution can affect family health
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3. Recognise the impact of cold homes on health |
3.1 State a minimum of 3 effects of cold homes on a) babies and children, b) elderly, c) less mobile d) chronically ill
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4. Recognise the actions that can be taken to keep the home adequately warm |
4.1 Identify 3 agencies to approach to help with fuel costs 4.2 Identify 5 actions that can be taken to keep the home warm 4.3 State the risks associated with overheating on a) babies, b) children, c) adults, d) pregnant women e) older people
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5. Recognise the actions an individual can take to address poor indoor air quality |
5.1 Outline at least 5 everyday actions which affect the quality of air we breathe in the home 5.2 Identify at least 5 everyday actions which affect the quality of air we breathe in the home 5.2 Identify at least 5 ways to improve the quality of air in your home
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