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Personal Safety & Breakaway Training Course

Personal Safety & Breakaway Training is relevant for ANYBODY; the information and techniques taught can be used in any setting, both professional and personal. The training is essential for industries where staff, including lone workers, are more likely to be physically attacked. Our comprehensive training course is designed to equip staff with the skills and knowledge needed to ensure their personal safety and effectively manage challenging situations in the workplace.

Healthcare workers often face situations that can put their safety at risk, whether it’s dealing with aggressive patients or managing challenging behaviours. That’s why it’s crucial for healthcare professionals to be prepared and trained in personal safety and breakaway techniques.

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Personal Safety & Breakaway Training Course Overview

Our Personal Safety & Breakaway Training course covers a range of topics, including understanding personal safety risks, recognising early warning signs of aggression, lone working safety tips, effective communication strategies, use of force legislation and practical breakaway techniques. Participants will learn how to assess potentially dangerous situations, de-escalate conflicts, and safely disengage from physical confrontations where necessary.
At UK Patient Care, we understand the unique challenges that healthcare professionals face when it comes to personal safety. Our trainers are experienced professionals who have firsthand knowledge of the risks and situations that healthcare workers encounter in their day-to-day practice.

By investing in our Personal Safety & Breakaway Training Course, healthcare professionals can enhance their confidence, improve their ability to manage challenging situations, and ultimately ensure their own safety and the safety of others. Our training programs are flexible and can be delivered on-site at your healthcare facility, making it convenient for busy professionals to access training.

Under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, employees have a duty to ensure so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of their employees. The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 also requires employers to consider the risk to employees, including protecting staff from exposure to reasonably foreseeable violence and aggression.

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Conduct a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risk/s.

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Record significant findings.
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Reduce risk, so far as is reasonably practicable.

In terms of ‘violence and aggression at work’ employers must also:

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Assess the risk associated with violence and aggression.
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Record the risk and identify the actions needed.
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Undertake those actions.
Nobody cares until something goes wrong and then EVERYBODY cares. Make sure you are adhering to Health & Safety Legislation and protecting your staff.

COURSE CONTENT:

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First Impressions including the four categories of first impression.
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Body Language.
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Attitude.
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Crisis Cycle.
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Intuition/Instinct.
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Situational Awareness.
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Observation skills.
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De-escalation Strategies.
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Effective Communication.
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Personal Safety Tips.
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The Law Surrounding Use of Force.
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Breakaway & Disengagement Techniques.
We can adapt the content to make it specific to YOUR organisation and YOUR needs.
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Contact UK Patient Care today to learn more about our Personal Safety and Breakaway training course and how it can benefit you and your healthcare team. Together, we can create a safer and more secure work environment for all.
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ONLINE PERSONAL SAFETY TRAINING COURSE INCLUDING 17 BREAKAWAY VIDEOS!

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If you’re looking to enhance your personal safety skills, our online videos are the perfect resource for you.

Here are a few reasons why you should consider purchasing our videos:



1. Expert instruction: Our videos are led by experienced professionals with years of experience. You can be confident that you’re learning from the best and gaining valuable insights and techniques that will help you in real-life situations.



2. Convenience: With our online videos, you can access them anytime, anywhere. Whether you’re at home, at work, or on the go, you can easily watch our videos and practice your techniques at your own pace.



3. Continuous learning: Our videos cover a range of personal safety techniques, allowing you to continually improve and expand your skills. You can watch the videos as many times as you need to fully grasp the concepts and practice the techniques until you feel confident in your abilities.

Here is one of the videos explaining about hand positioning and punch awareness.

Personal Safety VIDEOS OVERVIEW

The online videos cover the following techniques:

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First Impressions
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Positioning
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Situational Awareness
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Safety in your vehicle
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Using public transport
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Self-defence legislation
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Home visits
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One on one meetings

Breakaway techniques

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Punch awareness & hand positioning
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Single handed wrist grab
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Two on one wrist grab
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Single handed inverted wrist grab
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Two on one inverted wrist grab
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Two on two wrist grabs
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Single handed strangle in the open
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Single handed strangle against the wall
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Two handed strangle in the open
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Two handed strangle against the wall
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Rear choke
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Headlock early escape
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Single handed clothing grab
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Two handed clothing grab
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Bear hug defence from the rear
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Bear hug defence from the front
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Strangle on the floor
Overall, our online personal safety videos are a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their skills and keep their CPD up to date. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from experts and improve your awareness.

Purchase our videos today and take your skills to the next level on the following link:

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How Long are Personal Safety Training Courses?

At UK Patient Care, our standard Personal Safety Training Course is completed over one half a day (3 hours).
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Certification and Refresher Training Requirements

Upon completing the Personal Safety Training Course, participants receive a certificate valid for one year. Annual refresher training is required to maintain certification and stay updated on handcuffing techniques and legislation.
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Personal Safety & Breakaway Training Locations

Our Personal Safety Training is available at various locations across the UK, tailored to suit the unique needs of your organisation.

FAQ’s

How long is the course?

The course is completed over half a day (3 hours). The times can be changed to meet the needs of your organisations.

Can I have videos of the techniques?
Yes. We have an online video library of all the breakaway techniques so you can keep refreshing your knowledge.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, you will get a CPD accredited certificate from UK Patient Care.
Am I allowed to defend myself if I am attacked?
Yes, under UK law, you are permitted to use reasonable force to defend yourself if you are being attacked or fear imminent harm. This principle falls under the right to self-defence as outlined in the Criminal Law Act 1967.

What counts as ‘reasonable’ depends on the situation. You are not expected to measure your response precisely in the heat of the moment, but your actions should be proportionate to the threat you face. For example, if someone is attacking you, you may strike back to stop the assault. However, continuing to use force once the threat has passed may be deemed excessive.

If you genuinely believe your life or safety is in danger, the law typically offers protection even if your response results in injury to the attacker. It’s important to contact the police as soon as possible after an incident to report what happened.

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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.

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