Public protection is everyone's responsibility

Why do I need to do this training?

The training will promote the East Lothian Council vision of “Our vision is that East Lothian should be even more prosperous, safe and sustainable, with a dynamic and thriving economy that enables our people and communities to flourish. We are committed to working together with the Council’s partners and the people and communities of East Lothian to achieve this ambition.”  By attending this training it helps demonstrate to the residents of East Lothian staff are informed to help keep them safe.

What will I learn from attending the training? 

By the end of the training you will:

• Understand the themes of public protection and the effects of trauma through the lifespan. 
• Know how to recognise harm and abuse.
• Understand the different types of harm and abuse.
• Understand your role and responsibilities if you are concerned someone is being harmed.
• Know what action to take.

What are the dates of the training and where is the training held? 

• 26 August from 1.30pm – 4.30pm in Esk Room 1 & 2
• 19 September from 9.30am – 12.30pm in Esk Room 1 & 2
• 15 October from 9.30am – 12.30pm in Esk Room 1 & 2
• 29 November from 9.30am – 12.30pm in Esk Room 1 & 2  

Venue – Brunton Hall, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh, EH21 6AF

How do sign up to attend one the training dates?

Email  emppo@eastlothian.gov.uk and the East Lothian and Midlothian Public Protection Office will either confirm your place or advise you if that date is full and ask you to select another date.