Abuse, Unexplained Absences and SIRS - Staff Module (2025 Update)

Course Description:
All Australians have a right to live free from abuse and neglect. The Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS) aims to reduce the risk of harm to older Australians using home services by creating a national framework for incident management and the reporting of serious incidents. This course explores different types of abuse, the responsibilities of staff and their reporting obligations when serious incidents occur.
Learning Outcomes:
After completing this course, participants should be able to:
- Identify different types of abuse
- Explain what the Serious Incident Response Scheme is
- Discuss the responsibilities of the service provider
- Identify what a reportable incident is
- Discuss the incident management process
Who is this course appropriate for:
This course is appropriate for all staff.
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