Breastfeeding peer support core principles for volunteering in Scotland: guidance

Appendix 3: Induction

Core induction:

The induction process may be affected by the organisation and area of practice; the NHS may have mandatory induction for all who work in acute areas. Induction processes should include:

Essential:

• Role; what it is and what it is not, boundaries and responsibilities
• Child protection training
• Infection control
• Confidentiality and information governance
• Violence and aggression/personal safety
• Use of digital platforms
• Local contacts

Role dependent

• Health and Safety
• Manual handling
• Lone worker training
• Safeguarding training