Risk Assessment and Management in Home and Community Settings

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Updated 05 Mar 2026 Certificate29 Ratings
Did you know that the most likely location for injuries to occur is in the home? As an aged care worker, you must be vigilant when providing services in home and community settings, in order to minimise the risk of injury or harm to yourself and others. This Training Module will provide an introduction to the risk management process, equipping you with the knowledge needed to effectively identify, assess, manage and review hazards in home and community settings.

Content

7 Units • 13 Questions
Unit 1: Introduction
1m
Unit 2: What is Risk Management?
3 Questions
1m
Unit 3: Identify Hazards
2 Questions
1m
Unit 4: Assess Risks
1 Question
1m
Unit 5: Control Risks
4 Questions
2m
Unit 6: Review Control Measures
1 Question
1m
Unit 7: Conclusion
1m
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Understand how to follow the risk management process.

2

Identify hazards that you might encounter in home or community settings.

3

Know how to determine the most effective way to address hazards in home or community settings.

Who it's for:

Aged care workers who provide services in home and community settings.

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Last updated05 Mar 2026

Published05 Mar 2026

Due for review29 Mar 2029
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