Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS)

Recognise it. Respond to it. Report it.

Build the confidence to recognise abuse, neglect and serious incidents and know what to do when concerns arise.

⏱ 45 mins | 💻 Online | 🏆 Certificate on completion

Why This Course Matters


Every older person has the right to feel safe, respected and free from abuse, neglect and harm. This course helps aged care workers understand their responsibilities under the Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS), respond appropriately to concerns and contribute to safer, higher-quality care.

What You Will Learn


Learn how to recognise different types of elder abuse and neglect, identify the eight SIRS reportable incident categories, understand Priority 1 and Priority 2 incidents, respond to restrictive practices and other serious incidents, follow reporting requirements, document concerns appropriately and support effective incident management.

Who this course is designed for

Designed for people working across care and support environments.

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Course Content

Module 1: What is SIRS?
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 1 Quizzes
Module 2: Understanding Elder Abuse
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 2 Quizzes
Module 3: The 8 Reportable Incidents
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 3 Quizzes
Module 4: Priority 1 and Priority 2 Incidents
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 4 Quizzes
Module 5: Unexpected Deaths and Unexplained Absences
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 5 Quizzes
Module 6: Restrictive Practices
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 6 Quizzes
Module 7: Your Responsibilities
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 7 Quizzes
Module 8: Incident Management and Continuous Improvement
1 Quiz
SIRS Module 8 Quizzes
SIRS Case Studies
Final Quiz
SIRS Final Assessment