Welcome! We are excited to have you attend our Camps program. The participants are really looking forward to it and so are we!

We have a number of mandatory policies and procedures for you to read, videos to watch and online modules for you to complete as part of your induction and training. 

We ask that all carers complete the following and where appropriate, send certificates of completion etc to info@mdnsw.org.au  with the subject line “Your Name, Camp training [training/certificate name] Attn Jenny”

What is Muscular Dystrophy?:

• Read What is Muscular Dystrophy? 

NDIS specific training:

• Quality Safety and You is mandatory training for all workers and volunteers working in the NDIS space.
  • Select the New Worker Induction Module then the main Quality Safety & You module. Please ensure you send your completed certificate through.
  • As above, you will also need to complete Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals and Supporting Effective Communication. Please send your certificates of completion  through also
• Please read the NDIS Code of Conduct for workers
• Please read  Worker obligations | NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (ndiscommission.gov.au) 

Infection Control & Covid-19 Training:

• Please complete the mandatory Australian Government Covid-19 Infection Control Training and send us your certificate.
• And our Covid-19 Safety – don’t forget to complete the training confirmation at the end.
• Read through our Infection Control Policy V04
• PPE explained 
• Hand-washing Steps Using the WHO Technique
• Hand Rubbing Steps Using the WHO Technique  

Incident Management:

• Incident Management System
• Emergency Plans Flow Chart – Camp – 2022
• Incidents, Reportable Incidents & Restrictive Practices
• Watch this Reportable Incidents video (3.30 mins) which lists all reportable incidents. This video tells you what to do if a reportable incident occurs (3.45 mins)
• Complaints Feedback & Resolution Policy & Procedure

Child Safety & Safe Environment:

• Please complete Keep Them Safe module and provide a copy of the certificate of completion
• Participant Privacy & Dignity Guidelines V05:  please read and familiarise yourself
• Please complete Participant Privacy & Dignity Training 
• What-is-Abuse-Neglect-and-Exploitation.pdf (nsw.gov.au):Please complete
• Watch this excellent video on the 4 As of Complaints 
• Water Safety Guidelines – at MDNSW Camps & Programs: please read and familiarise yourself
• Manual Handling Guidelines: please read and familiarise yourself. You will be provided additional, in person training relating to Manual Handling procedures
• Non-Invasive Ventilation Management Policy & Procedures: please read and familiarise yourself
• Mealtime Management Policy & Procedures: please read and familiarise yourself

Participant Health and Safety

Some new videos from the NDIS are very informative on what to look out for and help to prevent:

• Respiratory infections
• Epilepsy Management 
• Medicines associated with swallowing problems

Information on Neuromuscular Conditions: 

• Read our Factsheets on our website
• And on The Loop the national Muscular Dystrophy website.

Sign-offs

Please read and sign, then return, each of the below:

• Volunteer Agreement
• Camp Carer – Position Description
• Code of Conduct
• NDIS Conflict of Interest Policy & Procedures
• Confidentiality Agreement Form
• Medication Policy 
• Individual Induction & Training Plan

Thanks for helping to keep our Camps and Weekends safe and fun for everyone!