Basic Handcuff Training Course

This Basic Handcuff Training Course is suitable for individuals who are expected to use handcuffs as a form of restraint as part of their operational role. The aim of the course is to give positive guidance to staff regarding the use of handcuffs and serve as a reference for staff in justifying the use of handcuffs both in terms of policy (who and why do we handcuff) and technique (how do we handcuff).

This 1-day course should be considered as a Basic Introduction to Handcuffing and Physical Intervention. It covers both practical handcuffing processes and procedures, as well as the legal implications that must be considered when using handcuffs to restrain an individual.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Understand the primary reason for handcuffing.

Understand the law, including compliance with: Section 3 (1) of the Criminal Law Act 1967, Common Law, Section 117 PACE and Articles 5, 3 and 2 of the Human Rights Act 1998.

Understand the medical implications of handcuffing, including positional asphyxia.

Demonstrate how to apply handcuffs to a passive subject.

Demonstrate how to apply handcuffs to an aggressive subject.

Demonstrate how to remove handcuffs correctly.

Basic Handcuff Training Course Content

The Basic Handcuff Training Course is 1-day long. The following topics will be covered during the course:

Identification of handcuffs

Loading of Handcuffs

The Powers of arrest

Applying Handcuffs

Types of positions

Handcuff - Passive

Handcuff - Active

Positional asphyxia

Excited Delirium

The course is assessed by your class participation. You should be able to demonstrate what was taught.

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