Categories: Law

The Myth That Is ‘Minimum Force’ [Video]

Ever heard someone say that you can only use the minimal amount of force to defend yourself or others.

Ever seen an organisational policy that states that staff can only use the ‘minimum amount of force’?

This video discusses this issue and also looks into the history or where the words minimum force came from.

And if you are interested in learning more about this why not consider attending our BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Award Course where you will receive lots of information and instruction on the law in relation to Reasonable Force – https://nfps.info/btec-level-3-self-defence-trainer/.

Please note that places are limited. 

markdawes

NFPS Ltd. is a Specialist Provider of Physical intervention and Conflict Management Training with specific expertise in Physical Restraint, Breakaway, Self-Defence and Conflict Resolution.

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