Staff may have contact with adults who are at risk of physical, mental or economic abuse. What to look for, how to respond and what to disclose to other agencies are difficult and sensitive issues which can appear overwhelming to staff who have not had training in this vital area.

This course is for all staff whose work brings them directly into contact with adults, and for managers and supervisors responsible for supervising and supporting staff in their day-to-day work.

Course content: This safeguarding adults€™ online training course focuses on:

The different forms that abuse can take

Ways in which people may be susceptible to abuse

The legislative framework surrounding safeguarding

Responding professionally to disclosure

Reporting incidents to statutory agencies and the police

Keeping and maintaining confidential records

Protecting your staff.