Here you will find all of the latest news articles published in relation to all things to do with physical intervention and physical restraint, self-defence, conflict management, handcuffing and everything and anything else in general.
What Are the Best Level 3 Physical Intervention Trainer Courses in the UK? If you’re looking for the best Level 3 Physical Intervention Trainer Course in the UK; one that gives you genuine credibility, confidence, and legal protection, let me save you some time: our course at NFPS Ltd is the one that set the National Standard! NFPS Ltd, we … Read more
lThe BTEC Award That Lets You Legally and Confidently Teach Self-Defence To Others Have you ever wanted to teach self-defence but weren’t sure how to do it safely and legally? The BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Award from NFPS Ltd gives you everything you need to train others confidently, with full legal backing and professional recognition. This is the nationally … Read more
🎯 The Qualification Trusted by NHS, Care Homes & Security Teams, and it Could Change Your Career Too! Are you ready to take your experience in care, healthcare, or security to the next level? The BTEC Level 3 Restraint Instructor Award is the qualification trusted by NHS Trusts, Care Homes, and Security Teams across the UK. And it could transform … Read more
What if you could turn your passion for self-defence into a professional income stream? You’ve spent years developing your skills, discipline, and mindset through self-defence or martial arts. But what if those skills could become a nationally recognised qualification and a new professional income stream? Our BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Award Course gives you everything you need … Read more
Ever been told “You’re not allowed to use restraint anymore”? Here’s what the law actually says… If you work in healthcare, care, education, or security, you’ve probably heard conflicting opinions about restraint. Some say it’s banned. Others say it’s unsafe. But the truth? When done lawfully, ethically, and professionally, restraint can (and does) save lives. At NFPS, we’ve trained thousands … Read more
What if the training you deliver today could one day save someone from a criminal conviction? This is not a hypothetical question. It’s a reality we recently witnessed when a former delegate walked free from Crown Court, armed not with a legal team’s strategy, but with the understanding and confidence gained from an NFPS self-defence course nearly a decade earlier. … Read more
“Mark Dawes – Life After NFPS Ltd” Mark Dawes – Life After NFPS Ltd What happens when you step away? Have you ever wondered what life is like after leaving your business? Mark Dawes shares what he has learned 2.5 years after retiring from NFPS Ltd. Why you should hear this In this special webinar, Mark shares lessons that … Read more
📚 Can Teachers Defend Themselves Against Violent Pupils? Violence in UK schools is rising fast. According to recent reports, teachers are facing increased abuse, threats, and physical attacks from pupils, some of whom are under the age of criminal responsibility. This leads to one pressing legal and ethical question: “Are teachers allowed to defend themselves from violent children?” 🎥 The … Read more
Executive Summary This article critically examines the proposed restraint guidance in schools released by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) and the Department for Education (DfE). It highlights how existing legal frameworks already provide sufficient protection and explores how new guidance, if poorly implemented, could paradoxically increase the risks it aims to reduce. It warns against an over-reliance on … Read more
Want to become a self-defence instructor but feel like you’re not “qualified enough”? You’re not alone. The truth is, you don’t need years of martial arts experience or a black belt to get started. In fact, with the right mindset, training, and support anyone can do it. Just like you don’t have to die to be an undertaker… you don’t … Read more
