Health & Safety in Care Program

Detailed Program Document

Program Duration: 5–7 hours (Online Live or Face-to-Face Full-Day)
Target Audience: Disability support staff, teams handling participants with physical, medical, or dietary needs

Module 1: Manual Handling and Safe Lifting Techniques
Learning Objectives: Learn safe lifting and transfer techniques; prevent injuries; maintain compliance with workplace and NDIS standards
Interactive Elements: Practical demonstrations; group exercises; Q&A
Key Strategies Provided: Step-by-step lifting guides; ergonomic tips

Module 2: Infection Control and Hygiene
Learning Objectives: Implement infection prevention measures; hygiene best practices; maintain safe environments for participants
Interactive Elements: Scenario-based exercises; group discussions; Q&A
Key Strategies Provided: Hygiene checklists; outbreak prevention strategies

Module 3: Food Preparation and Handling
Learning Objectives: Ensure safe food handling; prevent contamination; comply with dietary requirements and regulations
Interactive Elements: Demonstrations; small group exercises; Q&A
Key Strategies Provided: Food safety templates; safe storage and preparation tips

Module 4: Stress Management for Disability Support Staff
Learning Objectives: Recognise workplace stressors; implement stress reduction strategies; improve wellbeing and resilience
Interactive Elements: Group exercises; relaxation techniques; Q&A
Key Strategies Provided: Stress management toolkits; resilience-building exercises

Module 5: Advocacy and Empowerment
Learning Objectives: Understand advocacy principles; support participant choice and rights; communicate effectively with teams and families
Interactive Elements: Case studies; role-play; Q&A
Key Strategies Provided: Advocacy templates; empowerment strategies

Program Takeaways / Study Material: Comprehensive handouts, templates, checklists, practical strategies, takeaway study materials for future reference