Understanding Reasonable Force Course

The NFPS Understanding Reasonable Force course addresses a significant knowledge gap in the industry.

This course is an essential resource for people tasked with training, managing or investigating staff who may use physical force.

Who is This Course For?

Many individuals in these roles lack formal training or qualifications in the nuanced area of reasonable force.

This course provides a comprehensive solution to help build competence and protect you and your organisation from legal challenges.

A lack of proper training can leave you and your employer vulnerable to legal scrutiny.

For example:

If a technique not taught during training results in injury or death, it could lead to investigations or prosecutions under various Acts of Parliament.
Misjudging an employee’s actions as unlawful could result in industrial tribunals for unfair dismissal.

Our Understanding Reasonable Force Course equips you with the knowledge and comprehension to navigate these complex scenarios with confidence.

Negligence occurs when a person fails to meet the standards of a reasonably competent professional.

Negligence claims are rising in the UK, partly because workplace operations have grown more complex.

Understanding reasonable force is critical to mitigating these risks.

Many trainers, managers and inspectors receive little or no training in this area, leading to:

Incorrect advice or training being given to staff.
Staff feeling unable to challenge potentially harmful practices for fear of disciplinary action.

To establish a claim of professional negligence, four key elements must be proven:

Duty of Care: Organisations owe a duty to their staff and others. Trainers, managers and inspectors also have specific duties and responsibilities.
Breach of Duty: This occurs when actions (or omissions) increase risks – for instance, removing a skill or technique critical to safety or introducing hazardous practices.
Causation: If the breach causes injury or harm that wouldn’t have otherwise occurred negligence can be claimed.
Loss or Damage: Claimants can seek compensation to restore their position to what it would have been without the negligence.