Course details

Managing violence and aggression with self defence

This one day course is delivered by two trainers. The first half of this course is theory based on personal safety issues and the importance of risk assessing potentially violent or aggressive situations. The course aims to help delegates to develop safer working strategies and allow them to recognise the early warning signs of aggression. The second half of the day is delivered by an expert in self defence and break away techniques allowing delegated to consider some simple ideas for dealing with a violent situation. This training will not make you an expert in physical restraint or self defence but will provide some simple ideas on what to do when confronted with a violent situation.

  • Full day/Half Day courses
  • Up to 15 delegates
  • Location of your choice
  • Tailor made packages

Course Content

Raising awareness of personal safety issues

Identifying personal safety risk

Individual and organisational legal responsibilities

Reporting systems for violent and aggressive occurrences

‘On the spot’ risk assessments

Implementing control measures to reduce risk

Traveling safely

Lone working systems for lone workers

Recognising early warning signs of aggressive behavior

Defusing aggressive behaviour through effective communication

Who should attend?

This one day course is for anyone who may come across aggression as part of their role. Dealing with different personalities or those in vulnerable situations can at times result in confrontation. This course will allow delegates to self reflect in how they respond to these incidents and consider safer working strategies to reduce the risk of violence. The course will also allow for ideas on physical restraint and blocking confrontation.

How much does it cost?

Contact us for a competitive quote today. One day courses are priced for 15 delegates and include provision of trainer, supply of laptop and all handout materials. The fee excludes cost of venue, facilities, trainer travel expense, catering and any other associated costs. Venue and catering arrangements to be agreed with the client prior to the course. Trainer’s expenses such as travel and accommodation are charged at cost where applicable. Discounts available for bulk booking of 5 courses or more. 

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