Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (SOVA / POVA)

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults (SOVA / POVA)

What are the benefits of attending the course?

The course will help participants to:

• Provide a service that protects vulnerable adults
• Explain the concepts of protection and vulnerability
• Recognise the types of abuse and their related signs
• Describe the key points of government legislation and regulations to protect vulnerable adults
• Work with appropriate, explicit confidentiality
• Explain the risk management process and its importance
• Explain the importance of reporting and whistle-blowing on actual or potential abuse
• Take personal action to safeguard vulnerable adults in your care

What does the course cover?

• Duty of care – from Employer / Employee’s perspective
• Definitions of the terms "vulnerable adults" and "safeguarding of adults”
• Explain the concept of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults in a care setting
• Define the term "abuse" distinguishing between the various patterns of abuse
• Confidentiality
• Risk assessment (incorporating into Care Plans)
• Rights and responsibilities of vulnerable adults (including their understanding)
• Emotional health and safety
• Physical health and safety
• How to report suspected abuse including who to report suspected abuse to
• Dignity and respect
• Boundaries
• Listening skills
• Working within the No Secrets Act and POVA /SOVA legislation
• Working within the organisation’s relevant policies

Who is the course suitable for?

All staff who work with vulnerable adults.

How is the course assessed?

Participants sit a multiple choice assessment at the end of the course. A certificate in Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults is issued to all who successfully show their competence.