Why Do We Help So Many People?
The short answer to that question is because we like to. Simple really.
If you are a physical intervention trainer or thinking of becoming a physical intervention trainer, then this category is for you as it covers everything that you need to know about becoming or remaining a competent and qualified physical intervention trainer, whilst reducing your liability.
Why Do We Help So Many People?
The short answer to that question is because we like to. Simple really.
Knowingly Recommending Equipment That Is Not Fit For Purpose
Who would be liable in an organisation is a trusted person was intentionally bringing in equipment that was not fit for purpose, in other words, it has not been industry tested or medically reviewed, and was, therefore, breaching Section 6 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974?
For information on the equipment mentioned in the video please contact Doug Melai by email at [email protected] or via the website at www.safer-handling.co.uk
You Must Take Extra Precautions Where Someone is More Susceptible To Injury
Following on from the video I did yesterday (‘What Do I Do As A Trainer If I Believe a Learner is Not Fit Enough To Undertake the Training?’) I’ve been sent some information by a good friend of mine who is also a very competent and highly qualified Health & Safety Professional that adds additional value to what I put out yesterday.
What would you do as a trainer if a learner turned up on your physical intervention training day and they disclosed information to you about themselves that led you to believe that they weren’t fit enough to do the training or capable enough to do the training but you were being told that you had to train them anyway?
A competent person is viewed in case law (Skibs v. Gibson 1964) as:
If you are currently a trainer delivering the module 4 pi unit of the door supervisors award course, then why not consider mapping over to us here at NFPS Ltd?
Many martial arts clubs and self-defence courses ask people to sign disclaimers that basically state that if they get injured on a course, they can’t sue the instructor or the club or the company.
Are Police Officers Exempt From Health & Safety Legislation?