New Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS)
February 2026: This module is currently under review following the recent release of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission’s updated SIRS guidance material. Thank you for your patience while we update this resource.
The Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS) aims to reduce the risk and occurrence of abuse and neglect in Commonwealth-funded residential aged care facilities and home or community care settings. This Ausmed Training Module explains your key responsibilities under SIRS.
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What you'll learn:
Recognise what is and what isn’t a serious, reportable incident.
Respond appropriately to a serious incident.
Report a serious incident to the key personnel in your organisation for notification to the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.
Record relevant details about a serious incident to help prevent further incidents from occurring.
Who it's for:
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This resource is part of the Passport modules series
Ausmed Passport is available to employers so they can quickly validate an employee's core training requirements and get them caring for clients faster.
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