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Waikato personal safety and de-escalation training for frontline health workers

This is an expression of interest for a valuable training opportunity designed to help frontline health workers feel more confident and prepared in challenging situations. This two-hour session focuses on practical personal safety strategies and enhanced situational awareness.

Next session

Friday, 29 May 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
2 sessions — see full schedule below

Location

Pinnacle office, River Room, 711 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204
(In person & online)

Who should attend

GP, Nurse, Practice/business manager, Primary care assistant, Nurse practitioner, Allied health

Duration

2 hours

Pricing

Free

For Pinnacle practice staff

  • Online access available

Registration details will be added when available.

Sessions

This event runs over 2 sessions. Each session covers the same material — register for the date and location that suits you.

  • Friday, 29 May 2026
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Pinnacle office, River Room, 711 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton 3204 (also online)
  • Wednesday, 24 June 2026
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Online only (also online)

About this event

These sessions are offered either online or in person.

This is an expression of interest for a valuable training opportunity designed to help Waikato frontline health workers feel more confident and prepared in challenging situations.

This two-hour session focuses on practical personal safety strategies and enhanced situational awareness.

Participants will learn effective de-escalation techniques and tactical communication skills to help calm and manage individuals who may be distressed, elevated, or potentially threatening. The training is relaxed, safe, and highly interactive, offering ample opportunities to discuss challenges, share experiences, and address questions throughout.   

Registration

To express your interest please complete the relevant form, below.

29 May training: complete the form. 

24 June training: complete the form by Friday 12 June (note this session is online only).

Spaces are limited; we will send a confirmation email once you are enrolled in the course.   

For any questions regarding this training please contact the Pinnacle admin team, MHNAdminTeam@pinnacle.health.nz.

Register for this event

RSVP Deadline

Please register by 29 May 2026 to ensure your place and receive pre-event materials.

What's included

  • No course fee
  • In-person & virtual options
  • 2 hours

Registration Details

Cost:Free
For:GP, Nurse, Practice/business manager, Primary care assistant, Nurse practitioner, Allied health
Format:In-person & Virtual
Registration details will be added when available.

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