Risk Assessment

Empowered, Not Paranoid – Why Situational Awareness Matters

This blog post was prompted by Shirley Laughbaum, who was kind enough to share her story of a potentially challenging…

1 year ago

Why ‘Zero Tolerance’ Isn’t the Same as ‘Zero Risk’

It’s still a common phrase across workplace policies. “We have a zero-tolerance approach to violence and aggression.” On paper, it…

1 year ago

Negligence Dressed Up as Compliance

Over time, workplace policies have shifted. What once served as practical guidance has now become rigid rulebooks that often prioritise…

1 year ago

7 Things You Must Know to Maintain Corporate Responsibility and Avoid a Corporate Manslaughter Charge

Before reading this article, let’s take a moment to remember the lives lost due to workplace failures. Behind every statistic,…

1 year ago

It is wrong to assume that a singular, static document could ever adequately risk assess physical restraint techniques. Here is why…

We at NFPS have recently received requests for ‘risk assessments’ of our advanced restraint techniques. Interestingly, it is something we have…

2 years ago

Attack ‘Not Outside the Workplace Norm’

Your eyes are not deceiving you - you read this correctly…see the link below! Question – I would appreciate it…

2 years ago

Ensuring Safety and Accountability – A Time for Thoughtful Reflection

The safety and well-being of participants attending a physical training course is paramount and the responsibility for this lies with…

2 years ago

Inspiring Resilience and Excellence: The NFPS Commitment

As we embrace the opportunities of 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we inspire, value and support…

2 years ago

Understanding Reasonable Force Course

The NFPS Understanding Reasonable Force course addresses a significant knowledge gap in the industry. This course is an essential resource…

2 years ago

Your Home is Your Castle

Understand your legal rights to protect yourself and your property. As the early nights have arrived, we think more about…

2 years ago