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Risk Assessment and Management in the Home

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This resource provides guidance on risk assessment and management in home care settings under the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. It explains how to identify and assess risks, implement control measures, and review safety protocols to minimise hazards and ensure the safety of older people and care workers in home environments. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 July 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

Resource Type
Guidance,
Laundry and Infection Control in Residential Aged Care
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Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.