SIA Physical Intervention Training

Moving people up and down stairs under restraint

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A Guide to Managing Risk on Stairs No one should be moved up or down stairs if they are violent or if you reasonably foresee that they might become violent during the process. Moving a person up or down a flight of stairs can be a challenging and potentially risky procedure. Whether you are a care provider, security personnel, or … Read more

Becoming a Self-Defence Trainer

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Are you passionate about personal safety and helping others gain the confidence to avoid potentially threatening situations or protect themselves, if necessary? Becoming a self-defence trainer could be the perfect career path for you. In this article, we’ll explore how to become a self-defence trainer, whether self-teaching is a viable option, the terminology for someone who teaches self-defence, and the … Read more

Understanding Physical Intervention: Techniques and Training

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Physical intervention plays a critical role in various sectors, including healthcare, education, security and other work-related sectors. It involves the use of techniques to manage potentially dangerous situations and ensure the safety of all parties involved. In this article, we will delve into the concept of physical intervention, explore examples of its application, discuss the main types of physical intervention, … Read more

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

Can we use techniques not taught during training?

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Can we use techniques not taught during training

I recently posted an article on Linked about an article which appeared in the Guardian ‘North Wales Police Officer punching incident’. Well, the post attracted over 6,000 views with lots of very balanced and descriptive comments. Some challenging whilst others supported the video clip showing the officer punching someone whilst on the ground. Her (now His) Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabularies … Read more

SIA Changes to Security Licence to Practise Qualifications

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More Info On The SIA Changes For Security Licence to Practise Qualifications From April 2021

As you are aware there are changes coming into effect from the 1st April with regard to the SIA License Linked Qualifications and I have just had the following email from Pearsons; our Awarding organisation, so I thought that I’d share it with you in case you hadn’t heard anything. The email I received stated the following: “Dear Colleague The … Read more

SIA Changes For Door Supervisors and Security Guards From 1st April 2021

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SIA Changes For Door Supervisors and Security Guards From April 2021

The SIA (Security Industry Authority) has announced changes to Door Supervisors and Security Guard Professionals training and the new specifications can be downloaded from this Dropbox Link – https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9st7u9vygde5khv/AABb17zae_QVw9AuQmdCsOIya?dl=0. For new license applications this comes into effect from April 2021 and for license renewals the additional  ‘top-up training’ will come into effect from October this year (2021). Awarding organisations are … Read more

Can Someone Pass The Physical Intervention Module of The Door Supervisor Course if They Have One Arm or Are in a Wheelchair [Video]

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I’ve just been asked this question today:

“Mark, is can someone pass the physical intervention part of the door supervisors course if they have one arm or if they are in a wheelchair?”

This video answers that question.