Anti-Ligature Training Course
Safeguarding Lives Through Awareness, Prevention, and Rapid Response.
At UK Patient Care, we understand the critical importance of creating safe environments for individuals at risk of self-harm or suicide. Our Anti-Ligature Training Course is meticulously designed to equip your team with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify potential ligature risks and respond effectively to incidents.
Anti-Ligature Training Course Overview
The course explores the causes and signs of self-harming behaviour, how to identify ligature points, and how to safely use ligature cutters in both suspension and non-suspension scenarios. Participants will also learn how to deliver immediate aftercare and preserve ligature-related items for investigative purposes.
Through a mix of theory, hands-on demonstrations, and scenario-based exercises, your staff will leave this session equipped with the essential tools to help prevent ligature-related incidents and create a safer, more responsive environment.
This course aligns with current safeguarding standards and can be tailored to your organisation’s specific policies and operational needs.
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Identify potential ligature points and items that could be used for self-harm.
Understand the psychological factors contributing to self-harming behaviours.
Demonstrate the safe use of ligature cutters in various scenarios.
Provide immediate aftercare following the removal of a ligature.
Preserve evidence appropriately for investigative purposes.
Implement strategies to minimise ligature risks within their environment.
Course Content
1. Understanding Self-Harm and Suicide Risks
2. Identifying Ligature Risks
3. Safe Removal Techniques
4. Post-Incident Protocols
5. Preventative Measures
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
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By investing in this training, you’re taking a proactive step towards safeguarding vulnerable individuals and fostering a safer environment for all.
How Long are Anti-Ligature Training Courses?
Our Anti-Ligature Training Course is 4 hours and includes hands-on practical sessions to reinforce learning.
Certification and Refresher Training Requirements
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What is anti-ligature training?
Who should attend anti-ligature training?
- Healthcare and mental health professionals
- Care and support workers
- Teachers and school staff
- Custodial and security staff
- Social care providers
Essentially, anyone responsible for safeguarding people at risk of self-harm or suicide should receive this training.
How long is the ligature training course?
What will I learn during ligature awareness training?
- Identify ligature points and ligature materials
- Use ligature cutters safely in emergency situations
- Provide immediate aftercare following an incident
- Store and maintain ligature-cutting equipment
- Preserve ligatures as evidence for investigations
- Understand the mental health context behind self-harming behaviour
Is this anti-ligature training course accredited?
Do you offer group or corporate rates for staff training?
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Why choose UK Patient Care?
National Coverage
We offer comprehensive coverage across the UK and will travel to you.
Highly Experienced Trainers
Our team is made up of industry experts with high levels of relevant experience. They understand the challenges you face and are passionate about making a difference.
Tailored Training
We work closely with our customers to develop training that is unique to their needs and challenges.
Online Resources
We will give you access to online resources and videos after the course to reinforce your learning experience.
