Basic Handcuff training in London-Central

The Handcuff Training Course provides individuals with a basic Introduction to Handcuffing and Physical Intervention.

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Basic Handcuff Training in London-Central

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Handcuff training in London Central

The basic handcuff training in London - Central is necessary for security staff to use handcuffs in their operational role as a form of restrictring the movements of persons whom have been controlled.

1 day handcuffing course in London - Central with Get Licensed will provide positive guidance to staff the legal requirements, correct application, removal techniques and documentation regarding the use of handcuffs.

The application of handcuffs is a serious issue; so this course will 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).

After getting handcuff training in London - Central & obtaining handcuff qualification you will have more competitive advantages whether you work as a Door Supervisor, Close Protection operative, Retail Security Guard or other area where there is a potential for conflict.

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Q. What is the aim of this course?

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).

There is no exam for this handcuff-training course. This is an interactive course and you will be assessed throughout the duration of the 3 hour course. When you have successfully demonstrated that you can use handcuffs correctly, your trainer will give you your certificate.

This course is well suited for any security personnel working within the security industry. This handcuff-training course teaches vital skills on how to safely apprehend someone. This course will also make you more eligible for employment.

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Get Licensed are proud to provide you with a ‘Faster Results’ service for selected courses and locations. Receive your results within just 5 working days after your course is completed. Our aim is to notify you on the same day the training provider sends us your results. Your results will be available online and we’ll also send you an SMS to inform you when your results are available.

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What is covered on this course?

1. Identification of handcuffs

2. Loading of Handcuffs

3. Powers of arrest

4. Applying Handcuffs

5. Types of positions

6. Handcuff - Passive

7. Handcuff - Active

8. Positional Asphyxia

9. Excited Delirium

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

1. Understand the primary reason for handcuffing.

2. 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.

3. Understand the medical implications of handcuffing, including positional asphyxia.

4. Demonstrate how to apply handcuffs to a passive subject.

5. Demonstrate how to apply handcuffs to an aggressive subject.

6. Demonstrate how to remove handcuffs correctly.

Is it legal for security officers to use handcuffs?

Being in possession and the use of handcuffs, providing their intended use is for lawful purposes is perfectly legal. Handcuffs are not an offensive weapon nor are they prohibited in any way. Many areas of the UK encourage the lawful use of handcuffs sanctioned by local police forces; in some cases training is also provided by the local law enforcement teams. Handcuffing is regarded as a preferable restraint as opposed to group restraint tactics which can pose a threat to the welfare of the person being restrained particularly positional asphyxia. When applying handcuffs the subject should be sitting back on their feet and the restraints should be applied within 30 seconds, the suspect should only be placed in the recovery position as a last resort. There are three main reasons for handcuffing as laid out by law and all Company Health and Policies, SAFETY being the main component

1. Safety of the public

2. Your own safety

3. The suspects safety

When should handcuffs be used?

1. To prevent a violent offender from assaulting or injuring you or a member of the public.

2. When you judge it necessary to prevent the offender's escape from the scene.

3. During the transportation of the offender either by vehicle or during restrained escorting duties.

4. As a prevention tactic to stop the offender from harming themselves, you or members of the public.

Officer may employ the use of handcuffs on reasonable grounds when:

1. The offender is likely to commit an act of violence against the arresting officer/s or bystanders.

2. There are reasonable grounds to suspect that the offender is likely to escape custody. The term 'Reasonable Grounds' is defined by the circumstances of individual cases applied as an objective rule based on the decision that the offender is likely to commit an act of violence or will attempt to escape. In the case of juveniles, women or the elderly the consideration of reasonable grounds and exceptional circumstances should be carefully applied.

The justified use of handcuffs is governed by Section 3 of the Criminal Law act which clearly states:

A person may use such force as is reasonable in the circumstances in prevention of a crime, or in effecting or assisting in the lawful arrest of offenders or suspected offenders or of persons unlawfully at large.