Updated DSHS Safety Training Available Now

The Long-Term Care Worker Safety Training textbook is available now in 13 languages to download from:

• DSHS Curriculum and Materials Available
• DSHS Publications Library
  (Publication #22-1963)

Reminder: What has changed in these updates?

• All content was updated, vetted, and reviewed by over 50 contributors and it reflects changes in policy and practices
• Content and design restructured to improve learner outcomes
• Images and language adjusted to be inclusive and representative of the diversity of caregivers, DSHS clients, and long-term care residents
• Person-centered concepts incorporated throughout
• New person-centered content on handling violence in the workplace and creating welcoming environments
• Sections for learners to take notes
• Real-life stories to reinforce concepts
• “Printer-friendly” design that will print well in color or greyscale to save ink and toner
• Fully accessible documents!

What has stayed the same?

• Learning objectives
• Topics
• Duration (2 hours Orientation, 3 hours Safety)
• Requirements for instructors and trainees