This is an essential programme for members of staff whose role involves external meetings, including seeing members of the public in their own home. Based around advice from agencies including the Suzy Lamplugh Trust and the police, this programme takes a sensible look at how to remain safe in the role.
1 What's happening?
Issues around us
Risks in context
2 Safety fundamentals
Risk assessment
Dynamic risk assessment
Identifying and minimising risks
Sensible precautions
Use of technology and personal safety
Lone working
Visits and travelling
3 Harassment and stalking
What constitutes harassment and definition of stalking
Early warning signals
4 Reporting principles
Importance of incidence reporting
Taking care of us
What next?