Unleash Your Inner Protector: Master the Art of Restraint with the BTEC Level 3 Restraint Instructor Award Course!

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Discover the Secrets to Confidently Manage and Control Challenging Situations. Are You Ready to Transform Lives? Section 1: The Power of Skillful Restraint In a world where uncertainty and challenges can arise unexpectedly, the need for skilled individuals who can manage and de-escalate tense situations has never been greater. Welcome to the BTEC Level 3 Restraint Instructor Award Course – … Read more

2 Additional Course’s to Support Your Continued Professional Development 

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Following a number of recent requests for additional training courses we are seeking expressions of interest to attend the following courses which will take place at the National Sports and Conference Centre in Lilleshall, near Telford in Shropshire. 1 – How to Manage Retail Theft or Violence Course – 27th September Empowering colleagues with the knowledge and skills to respond … Read more

The Importance of a Medical Risk Assessment in Physical Skills Training

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Physical skills training encompasses a wide and varied range of activities, from fitness and sports to vocational and recreational pursuits and while these activities offer numerous benefits, they also carry inherent risks to the participants health, safety and wellbeing. This is why conducting a comprehensive medical risk assessment before an individual engages in physical skills training is of paramount importance. … Read more

Defining Reasonable Force – Balancing Control and Injury Prevention

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The concept of reasonable force is a fundamental principle in legal frameworks worldwide, governing the permissible level of force individuals can use in various situations. However, the term “reasonable” is inherently subjective, making it difficult to create a universally applicable definition. This article looks into the complexities of defining reasonable force and highlights the need to get balance right between … Read more

Operation Digital Presence: A Mission Critical For All Trainers

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Establishing a robust online presence through a professional website is no longer optional – it’s mission-critical. Whether you’re a trainer in conflict management, security, physical restraints intervention, PMVA, or a first aider, a well-structured website can be your key to wider reach, enhanced credibility, and ultimately, business success. Without further ado, let’s navigate through the strategy of creating your own … Read more

The Changing Landscape of Police Response and How Selecting The Right Physical Intervention System is Paramount

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In recent times, there has been a shift in how police services respond to calls for assistance from NHS Mental Health Units. Many of you will have heard of the ‘Right Care Right Person’ (RCRP) operational model developed by Humberside Police. In a letter sent to leaders of London health and social care providers on 24th May 2023, Commissioner Sir Mark … Read more

Flight Attendant Chased Home by Irate Passenger that yelled ‘f*** your Airline’

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An Airline flight attendant posted a tearful video on TikTok describing how an unruly passenger chased her out of the airport parking lot and followed her home.  The safety and well-being of employees is of paramount importance and a duty that all employers must address. Workplace violence tends to be far more prevalent in occupations that involve prolonged interaction with … Read more

The Challenges in Moving a Restrained Person Up or Down a Flight of Stairs

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Moving individuals up or downstairs under restraint poses numerous challenges for caregivers, healthcare staff and other professionals. This task falls under manual handling activities, requiring careful consideration and risk assessments to ensure the safety and well-being of both the person being moved and the staff involved. ‘slips, trips and falls are the most common cause of injuries at work’. In … Read more

The Use of Neck Restraints in Restraint Techniques: An Argument for and Against

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Introduction: The recent instruction by the Public Safety Minister to ban the use of neck restraints by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has sparked a debate on the effectiveness and safety of such techniques. The RCMP’s Management Advisory Board has stated that neck restraints can be justified as a less lethal alternative to lethal force in some cases. Read … Read more

Has Aggression towards Reception and Healthcare Staff become Routine?

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Research studies across 5 countries including the UK, show that Aggression towards GP receptionists is a ‘frequent and routine’ occurrence. Fact sheets covering the period 2010 to 2018 recorded an increase in reported incidents of aggression from 6 per 10,000 staff to 10+ per 10,000 staff. How much more would these figures have increased by if staff felt more empowered … Read more