Sandy Lane Primary School - Positive Handling Training

By the end of the training course, participants will be better prepared and able to -

• Understand and use appropriate protocols when it comes to managing difficult situations.
• Have an understanding of tips and tools to help de-escalate volatile situations.
• Know how to present robust due diligence evidence for Inspections.
• Carry out practical techniques to manage aggressive situations.
• Have a comprehensive understand of the legal aspects.
• Report incidents and near misses in an effective and professional manner.

The training includes –

• The Aggression Curve 
• The SCARF Model 
• De-Escalation 
• DFES Guidance 
• Use of Reasonable Force and the Duty of Care 
• The Health 7 Safety at Work Act in Relation to Physical Intervention 
• Human Rights 
• De-Escalation Script – Practical 
• Practical Session Including Prompts & Escorting 
• Non Restrictive Holds 
• Restrictive Holds 
• Positional Asphyxiation 
• Techniques to be Used 
• The Searching Policy 
• Personal Safety