Event overview
This half-day training session is designed to strengthen professional understanding of domestic abuse, coercive control, and risk assessment processes. It will support practitioners in identifying and responding to high-risk cases through the use of the DASH RIC (Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Honour-Based Abuse Risk Identification Checklist).
Participants will also gain insight into the role and function of Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC), with a focus on local procedures and partnership working.
Location and dates
Monday 28 July 2025
10am to 1pm
online via Microsoft Teams
Thursday 7 August 2025
10am to 1pm
Location: Chambers, Ashwood House, Sun Street, Stranraer, DG9 7JJ
Learning outcomes
By the end of the session, participants will:
- develop a deeper understanding of domestic abuse and coercive control
- learn how to effectively use the DASH RIC tool
- understand the MARAC process and how it operates locally
Who should attend
This training is aimed at staff within the general, specific, and intensive workforce, particularly those who have direct contact with children, young people, or other family members. This includes professionals such as:
- GPs, youth support workers, social workers, housing and homelessness staff
- health visitors, school nurses, adult social care staff
- staff from domestic abuse services, drug and alcohol services, and community services
- emergency services personnel (Police, SAS, SFRS)
If you are unsure whether this training is suitable for your role, please speak to your line manager or contact the Public Protection Team.
Register for this training
To register, please complete the training registration form.
Once your place is confirmed, it is essential to notify the team if you are no longer able to attend. You may nominate a colleague to attend in your place - please inform the team of any changes by emailing: PublicProtectionTraining@dumgal.gov.uk