physical restraint trainer training

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

by

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

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

by
This is an image showing Rab from NFPS Ltd and the text is there to highlight a change in police methods and how physical intervention training is becoming ever more important

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

Pain Compliance on Children is Permissible & Why Adopt Standards For A Mental Health Unit, If You Are Not a Mental Health Unit?

by

The use of pain compliance on children is an emotive subject, it is contentious and one that many organisations fail when issuing legally robust policy and guidance. NFPS has covered this subject in previous publications and links to these will be given at the end of this post. Of course, applying pain to a child is the absolute last thing … Read more

Serco fined £2.25 million for H&S Failings following the Death of Custody Officer

by

Ms Barwell, a 54-year-old grandmother was kicked twice at Blackfriars Crown Court in 2015 during the restraint of a prisoner in custody. She died from brain injuries caused by the second blow. Ms Barwell had worked for Hampshire-based security firm Serco for 10 years when the attack took place. The incident led to an investigation by the Health and Safety … Read more

Are the Use of Pain Compliance Holds Illegal?

by
Causing Pain To A Child is Illegal

I was recently contacted about the fact that a pain compliance technique was being taught during a training cause. The point from the caller was that they felt that the technique should not have been taught because they are not legal and the banned.  Particularly for staff not employed in law enforcement or security roles! Whilst the philosophy behind any … Read more

Teacher Dismissed for Allegedly Defending Themselves From a Pupil With a Weapon

by
Teacher Dismissed for Allegedly Defending Themselves From a Pupil With a Weapon

Teacher Dismissed for Allegedly Defending Themselves From a Pupil With a Weapon. I was sent the following email two days ago, which I have been given permission to share with you (name redacted at request). This is not the first time I have had someone contact me who has experienced a similar situation in a school, ie., defending themselves against … Read more