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Lone Working Safety in the Home

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13m of CPD
An Australian report found that 69% of home care workers have felt unsafe in a client’s home. Furthermore, 45% have been injured at work, and 60% have experienced workplace abuse. In order to stay safe while working, it is essential to be aware of potential risks and appropriately manage difficult and dangerous situations. Although you have a duty of care to your clients, you also have a duty of care to yourself.

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As a home care worker, you will often find yourself alone in diverse and unpredictable environments. Home care presents a unique set of challenges and risks, ranging from hazards in the client’s home to car accidents while travelling between work locations.

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Rebecca Balmforth
15 May 2022
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It was quick and concise.
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Sie Koo
31 Aug 2023
Good course
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Sumina JUGJALI
04 Sep 2023
The topic is very interesting
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Sharon langshaw
30 Jan 2021
A very comprehensive list of things to be aware of while working in the clients home
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Thi Tran
12 Nov 2022
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Sam Lush
26 Jul 2021
Very helpful
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Linda Scales
08 Jul 2021
Good
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Amber Chaseling
30 May 2022
Excellent overview of safety when working alone in home care.
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Lisa Vida
22 Nov 2023
Great information
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Vicky Cherrier
30 Jun 2022
Health Care Worker
I found this to be very interesting and easy to follow.
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