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Breakaway or Disengagement Skills
This programme has been developed for:
Staff who interact with service users who may become physically challenging. Some occupations require staff to perform tasks that may expose them to physical aggression.
Staff who deal with members of the general public; this includes public services, retail, leisure, licensed trade, public transport, health and social care as well as security.
Staff who perform tasks that may expose them to the risk of angry, threatening or aggressive behaviour.
In particular staff who have a foreseeable risk of encountering physical violence.
Includes techniques otherwise known as separation skills, escape techniques and safe releases.
The aim of this programme is:
To enable staff to reduce the risk of escalation during the initial stages of physical ‘encounter’, change position, step back or move away from potential danger.
These skills enable staff to remain in control and communicate over a longer period of time, further reducing the risk of escalation to full physical violence.
The topics covered include:
- Understanding the Law in relation to the ‘Use of Force’
- Understanding the terms appropriate and proportionate
- Understanding the correct use of personal space, posture and positioning to reduce escalation and prevent injury
- Respond safely, appropriately and lawfully to strikes, grabs and other physical provocation
- Take reasonable action when disengaging or escaping from the aggressor
A client specific programme will be designed to meet the unique needs of staff and service users and to be in-line with appropriate risk assessments.
A full set of learning outcomes or a lesson plan can be provided on request.
Method of delivery and assessment:
Formal presentation, group work, practical exercises and discussion.
Delegate knowledge is checked using Q&A or written tests.
Physical capabilities are checked using observation and demonstration.
Duration of training:
Dependent upon the clients requirements and risk assessments.
Accreditation is available via:
National Open College Network (NOCN)
Signposting key skills:
This unit offers clear opportunities for learners to provide evidence of achievement in the following skill area/s:
Key Skills: Communication,
Wider Key Skills: Working with others, Problem solving
In order to discuss your specific needs in more detail contact a member of our team without obligation:
Post: Martin House Barley Rise Strensall York YO32 5AA
Telephone: 01904 492442
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