Workshop Objectives
| To provide a framework of information that addresses the needs of families and worker in a way that promotes a common understanding of the issues and strategies; so they can address these together. |
“Ready for Take-off”
Workshop content includes:
Fifo Lifestyle
Motivation and planning as a family to reflect your goals.
Considerations to decisions.
What does life on site look like.
A day
Facilities
Workplace environment
OH&S considerations
Emotionally dealing with routine and isolation
Relationships on site with non-Aboriginal staff, traditional owners and country
Communication technology
Affects on family
Family events
Considerations for a “good family and worker fit” for Fifo
Common family challenges
Risk and protective factors
Transition cycles
Strategies - What works
Financial management
Couple /adult relationships
Children’s needs
Tips from Fifo Families and Aboriginal Fifo workers.
The program includes a workshop activity. The course duration is 4 hours.
