Archive for the ‘Physical Intervention’ Category
Physical Intervention Training is becoming the main focus for Door Teams
Monday, April 9th, 2012
Physical Intervention Training is becoming the main focus for Door Teams
Since the announcement from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) that Physical Intervention Training will be implemented into the relicensing of current Door Supervisors who have not attended a Physical Intervention Training module, many have been calling and emailing us at Quell for help and guidance. (more…)
Physical Intervention (Handle with care: managing use of force)
Saturday, March 17th, 2012
Below is a very interesting Article by Bill Fox the Chairman of Maybo who we work closely with in the areas of Conflict Management & Physical Intervention.
Both Maybo and ourselves are trying to raise awareness of Workplace Violence and help organisations in all sectors reduce the risk of violence, through realistic and effective training courses.
This subject over the past few years has been thrust into the limelight, becuase incidents are being reported and inclusive of the failures of some managers to provide protection for their staff in high risk occupations. (more…)
Physical Intervention Train the Trainer
Thursday, March 8th, 2012
Physical Intervention Train the Trainer
The Recognised Maybo Physical Intervention Train the Trainer course is delivered in association with Skills for Security and approved for use with Security Industry Authority (SIA) license-linked qualifications for trainers and end users, inclusive for accredited equivalents for in-house security functions. The programme can be delivered either in-house or by independent training providers. (more…)
Physical Intervention Training to become Mandantory
Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
It has finally been announced that the Physical Intervention Training will go ahead by the SIA.
To many this will be a shock and to others a releif as it has been bounced about for quite some time without a final announcement. (more…)
Physical Intervention Training: Should I Train my Staff in this Skill?
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012
Physical Intervention Training: Should I Train my Staff in this Skill?
This was a question I received recently when I was asked to consult a company on the risks faced by their staff when working alone or dealing with the Public. (more…)
Workplace Violence in Schools: Cornwall pupil attacks on school staff revealed
Monday, January 2nd, 2012
Below is another article released by the BBC highlighting the growing problem within our schools. I have noticed even over the past few months, talking to various people in the Education World that this subject is happening with younger and younger children every term, however it is still put down to a minor problem. Taboo Subject? (more…)
I want to train all my staff in Personal Safety incorporating how to fight off an armed attacker?
Monday, December 5th, 2011
This comment is a line that some of our new clients are using, as they have been told that it is the safest way to cover all the subjects of protecting your staff, with the use of aggressive skills to fend off potential assaults. (more…)
Quell’s Top Ten Tips for Keeping Safe on a Night Out
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011
It’s been a great night out – you’ve had a few drinks and danced the night away. Somewhere along the way you seem to have lost your friends but you’ll give them a call on the mobile and catch up with them. (more…)
How does training change the workplace? (A trainer’s perspective)
Thursday, October 6th, 2011
Over the past few years I have had occasion to sit on both sides of the “training fence”
being a full time tutor but often still needing to take on the role of learner myself. I might do this to refresh old skills or learn some new ones or possibly to develop myself in areas that I have realised I need to improve in to keep myself sharp. (more…)
Door Supervisors – would physical intervention training help you in your role?
Sunday, September 4th, 2011
Knowing how to escort people from premises safely is important to door supervisors, who may have to deal with this type of situation as part of their role. Disengagement skills are also useful if, for example, a customer has grabbed hold of you. (more…)