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NFPS Latest News
Corporate Manslaughter, HSG48 and Physical Intervention
This short 12 minute video illustrates the use of HSG 48 Model in relation to to Physical Intervention. It shows how the model can be used to identify 'latent failings' in physical intervention systems and programmes that could result in a system or a technique failing. This short video is especially suitable for managers, health and safety professionals, employee and union representatives, commissioners of training within organisations and training providers and trainers.
This short 12 minute video illustrates the use of HSG 48 Model in relation to to Physical Intervention. It shows how the model can be used to identify 'latent failings' in physical intervention systems and programmes that could result in a system or a technique failing. This short video is especially suitable for managers, health and safety professionals, employee and union representatives, commissioners of training within organisations and training providers and trainers.
Record Fine for First Corporate Manslaughter Conviction in Northern Ireland
A farming company has become the first company in Northern Ireland to be convicted under new Corporate Manslaughter legislation, and has been handed down the largest ever fine in Northern Ireland for Health and Safety failings that led to the death of 45-year-old employee, Robert Wilson
A farming company has become the first company in Northern Ireland to be convicted under new Corporate Manslaughter legislation, and has been handed down the largest ever fine in Northern Ireland for Health and Safety failings that led to the death of 45-year-old employee, Robert Wilson
50 Corporate Manslaughter Cases Pending
There are currently 50 Corporate Manslaughter Cases Under Review. These include the first corporate manslaughter charge against a highways agency, four fire service managers, the case of a man who was killed by a lorry and the Jimmy Mubenga case. All these cases have serous implications for all of us who teach physical intervention, breakaway and self defence.
There are currently 50 Corporate Manslaughter Cases Under Review. These include the first corporate manslaughter charge against a highways agency, four fire service managers, the case of a man who was killed by a lorry and the Jimmy Mubenga case. All these cases have serous implications for all of us who teach physical intervention, breakaway and self defence.
Jimmy Mubenga's Widow Talks About Life Without Jimmy
Jimmy Mubenga, 46, died while being restrained by private security contractors while being deported to Angola. On the first anniversary of his death, his widow Makenda Kambana talked about life without Jimmy.
Jimmy Mubenga, 46, died while being restrained by private security contractors while being deported to Angola. On the first anniversary of his death, his widow Makenda Kambana talked about life without Jimmy.
Record 25 Million Pound Payouts to Injured Teachers
Compensation for teachers has now reached record levels with injured and sacked staff claiming payouts of £25 million last year alone. And for those of you thinking of becoming a Physical Restraint / Intervention Trainer there are serious lessons that we can all learn from these cases.
Compensation for teachers has now reached record levels with injured and sacked staff claiming payouts of £25 million last year alone. And for those of you thinking of becoming a Physical Restraint / Intervention Trainer there are serious lessons that we can all learn from these cases.
£63,000 Insurance Quote for Company Insurnace
Recently a door supervisor trainer informed me that they are losing a lot of door-staff due to incidents at their work place, as a direct result of door staff and members of the public being injured his company has now had to set aside £63,000 for next years insurance.
Recently a door supervisor trainer informed me that they are losing a lot of door-staff due to incidents at their work place, as a direct result of door staff and members of the public being injured his company has now had to set aside £63,000 for next years insurance.
Jimmy Mubenga Death - Prosecutor to Decide Whether to Charge Guards
A decision over whether to charge guards from the private security firm G4S over the death of detainee Jimmy Mubenga, a 46-year-old Angolan asylum seeker, who died after being restrained by the guards, who were deporting him on a British Airways flight from Heathrow in October 2010, is imminent, Britain's most senior prosecutor has said.
A decision over whether to charge guards from the private security firm G4S over the death of detainee Jimmy Mubenga, a 46-year-old Angolan asylum seeker, who died after being restrained by the guards, who were deporting him on a British Airways flight from Heathrow in October 2010, is imminent, Britain's most senior prosecutor has said.
BILD Accreditation and Misrepresentation
Since our last Newsletter article about the Department of Health removing the reference to BILD as an example of an accredited source for trainers in physical intervention, the Department of Health have now asked us to clarify what we have reported on the basis that the information we presented "misrepresents the Commissions position". The fact however, is that all we have done is seek clarification on certain issues that we believe were being misrepresented by various CQC and DoH documents regarding BILD.
Since our last Newsletter article about the Department of Health removing the reference to BILD as an example of an accredited source for trainers in physical intervention, the Department of Health have now asked us to clarify what we have reported on the basis that the information we presented "misrepresents the Commissions position". The fact however, is that all we have done is seek clarification on certain issues that we believe were being misrepresented by various CQC and DoH documents regarding BILD.
PI Training for Door Supervisors to Become Mandatory
Following recommendations by the Security Industry Authority, and in the interest of public safety, ministers have agreed that physical intervention skills training will become mandatory for all door supervisors in the United Kingdom. The SIA are however, still finalising this requirement with the Awarding Bodies and the door supervision industry will be given adequate notice to implement the proposed changes.
Following recommendations by the Security Industry Authority, and in the interest of public safety, ministers have agreed that physical intervention skills training will become mandatory for all door supervisors in the United Kingdom. The SIA are however, still finalising this requirement with the Awarding Bodies and the door supervision industry will be given adequate notice to implement the proposed changes.
Police can now be prosecuted under Corporate Manslaughter
Legislation which has now come into effect means police forces, the MoD, UK Border Agency and private firms managing people held in custody can be prosecuted for corporate manslaughter. The extension of these offences to public bodies involved in detention means they could be prosecuted if they failed to ensure the safety of someone in their care. Examples could include deaths during an immigration removal or when someone has been restrained using an unauthorised or badly taught body hold.
Legislation which has now come into effect means police forces, the MoD, UK Border Agency and private firms managing people held in custody can be prosecuted for corporate manslaughter. The extension of these offences to public bodies involved in detention means they could be prosecuted if they failed to ensure the safety of someone in their care. Examples could include deaths during an immigration removal or when someone has been restrained using an unauthorised or badly taught body hold.
Corporate Manslaughter Law Extended to Custody Premises
Deaths in custody will soon be covered by the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, after MPs and peers backed their inclusion. Ministry of Defence service custody premises and customs custody facilities are also to be brought within the scope of the Act to ensure consistency in the law.
Deaths in custody will soon be covered by the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, after MPs and peers backed their inclusion. Ministry of Defence service custody premises and customs custody facilities are also to be brought within the scope of the Act to ensure consistency in the law.
Swifter Justice for Workplace Deaths
A key amendment to the Work-Related Deaths Protocol (WRDP) came into effect on the 1st October and has changed the way workplace deaths are investigated and prosecuted. This will mean that there are now likely to be more health and safety prosecutions for a death in the workplace prior to an Inquest taking place to enable a quicker resolution.
A key amendment to the Work-Related Deaths Protocol (WRDP) came into effect on the 1st October and has changed the way workplace deaths are investigated and prosecuted. This will mean that there are now likely to be more health and safety prosecutions for a death in the workplace prior to an Inquest taking place to enable a quicker resolution.
Second Company Charged With Corporate Manslaughter
A second company has been charged with Corporate Manslaughter under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007. In addition, three of the company directors – Kevin Palliser, Richard Williams and Graham Coupe – will also be charged with gross negligence manslaughter and they have also been charged under section 37 HSWA in that the offence committed was committed with the consent or connivance of, or to have been attributable to neglect on the part of these directors.
A second company has been charged with Corporate Manslaughter under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007. In addition, three of the company directors – Kevin Palliser, Richard Williams and Graham Coupe – will also be charged with gross negligence manslaughter and they have also been charged under section 37 HSWA in that the offence committed was committed with the consent or connivance of, or to have been attributable to neglect on the part of these directors.
Department of Health Remove BILD Accreditation
After consulting their legal team the Care Quality Commission and the Department for Health are now amending their current guidance after taking advice from their legal team and are removing BILD as an example of an accredited course for trainers in physical intervention.
After consulting their legal team the Care Quality Commission and the Department for Health are now amending their current guidance after taking advice from their legal team and are removing BILD as an example of an accredited course for trainers in physical intervention.
Organistion Fined for Social Care Staff Being Assaulted
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) launched an investigation at Dimensions (UK) Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation that provides support services for people with learning disabilities, after a support worker was kicked in the eye by a client on 31 December 2009.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) launched an investigation at Dimensions (UK) Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation that provides support services for people with learning disabilities, after a support worker was kicked in the eye by a client on 31 December 2009.
MPs Attack Private Security Guard Immigration Removals
In a report published on the 26th January, the Home Affairs Committee criticises the UK Border Agency's management of the processes for the enforced removal of those who are being deported from the UK. The inquiry was launched following the death of Jimmy Mubenga.
In a report published on the 26th January, the Home Affairs Committee criticises the UK Border Agency's management of the processes for the enforced removal of those who are being deported from the UK. The inquiry was launched following the death of Jimmy Mubenga.
The Benefits of our Restraint Instructors Course
We now have a very limited number of places available for our next BTEC Level 3 Advanced Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Qualifying Course which is running between the 12th - 16th March 2012 at the Lilleshall National Sports Centre, near Telford in Shropshire and we are offering the remaining eight places at a discounted rate for the first eight who apply.
We now have a very limited number of places available for our next BTEC Level 3 Advanced Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Qualifying Course which is running between the 12th - 16th March 2012 at the Lilleshall National Sports Centre, near Telford in Shropshire and we are offering the remaining eight places at a discounted rate for the first eight who apply.
Children to be told about Unlawful Restraint
At a High Court hearing that began on the 22nd November this year (2011) campaigners claim that former detainees of secure training centres have teh right to be told if they were potentially subjected to unlawful restraint procedures, so they can seek compensation or other forms of redress. Read more .........
At a High Court hearing that began on the 22nd November this year (2011) campaigners claim that former detainees of secure training centres have teh right to be told if they were potentially subjected to unlawful restraint procedures, so they can seek compensation or other forms of redress. Read more .........
What is Self Defence DVD
Do you know what your legal rights to self-defence are? Does your employer? Did you know that these rights cannot be taken away by an employment contract? Were you aware if they were then that would leave an employer liable for a challenge in a court or tribunal? If you are a public or private sector employer, a trade union representative or a training provider, you will want to read this article.
Do you know what your legal rights to self-defence are? Does your employer? Did you know that these rights cannot be taken away by an employment contract? Were you aware if they were then that would leave an employer liable for a challenge in a court or tribunal? If you are a public or private sector employer, a trade union representative or a training provider, you will want to read this article.
Homeowner Cleared of Murder Charge
A clear mandate has been handed down to householders allowing them to use whatever force is necessary to defend their homes and families from intruders. The unequivocal message came as wealthy businessman Vincent Cooke, 39, was told he would face no charges for stabbing a burglar to death. He is the third householder this year to kill an intruder and be told he will not face prosecution. The decision sends out an emphatic message that victims of aggravated burglary will be given the support of the British legal system.
A clear mandate has been handed down to householders allowing them to use whatever force is necessary to defend their homes and families from intruders. The unequivocal message came as wealthy businessman Vincent Cooke, 39, was told he would face no charges for stabbing a burglar to death. He is the third householder this year to kill an intruder and be told he will not face prosecution. The decision sends out an emphatic message that victims of aggravated burglary will be given the support of the British legal system.
Another Homeowner Kills Burglar
Another homeowner has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a burglar after he yelled "Get out, get out, get out!" to his family try to prevent his wife and son being attacked. The homeowner, Vincent Cooke, aged 39, was confronted on his doorstep by two thugs who then forced their way into his £350,000 home in the Cheshire stockbroker belt. Read more..........
Another homeowner has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a burglar after he yelled "Get out, get out, get out!" to his family try to prevent his wife and son being attacked. The homeowner, Vincent Cooke, aged 39, was confronted on his doorstep by two thugs who then forced their way into his £350,000 home in the Cheshire stockbroker belt. Read more..........
Large Payout for Care Worker and Boxer
There are two cases that illustrate how a failure to assess the risk of a foreseeable harm can lead to a claim of negligence against an employer and a large payout to the person harmed. If you are using less than satisfactory training then you could become liable for similar payouts. Read more here about how you could save hundreds of thousands of pounds.
There are two cases that illustrate how a failure to assess the risk of a foreseeable harm can lead to a claim of negligence against an employer and a large payout to the person harmed. If you are using less than satisfactory training then you could become liable for similar payouts. Read more here about how you could save hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Sacked School Worker Wins £70,000 Compensation
THE former head of care at a school for unruly kids has won more than £70,000 in compensation after a tribunal ruled that bosses were wrong to sack him for grabbing hold of a troublesome teenager. Mr Hutton’s bosses claimed his method of restraining the boy was “inappropriate” and that recent training should have equipped him with alternatives. However, a tribunal hearing in Glasgow ruled that there was “no wrongdoing” and he has been awarded a total of £70,950 in compensation.
THE former head of care at a school for unruly kids has won more than £70,000 in compensation after a tribunal ruled that bosses were wrong to sack him for grabbing hold of a troublesome teenager. Mr Hutton’s bosses claimed his method of restraining the boy was “inappropriate” and that recent training should have equipped him with alternatives. However, a tribunal hearing in Glasgow ruled that there was “no wrongdoing” and he has been awarded a total of £70,950 in compensation.
Pupil Awarded £9000 After Slip During a Gym Class
A PUPIL won a £9,000 payout after slipping during a gym class, the latest figures on school compensation cases reveal. The child who fell during a PE lesson was paid £9,000 after slipping while running in socks on a polished floor. The pupil collided with some equipment and sustained “extensive dental injuries”.
A PUPIL won a £9,000 payout after slipping during a gym class, the latest figures on school compensation cases reveal. The child who fell during a PE lesson was paid £9,000 after slipping while running in socks on a polished floor. The pupil collided with some equipment and sustained “extensive dental injuries”.
Prone Restraints Banned by Another US State
Many states in The United States of America are banning the use of prone restraint because of the increased risk of death associated with its use. Here in the UK we are bound by the Human Rights Act to take positive steps to protect life, and, in relation to physical restraint, that means not teaching or using techniques that are have been implicated in a number of deaths and are known to increase the risk of death. Yet these techniques are still being taught today by companies in this country who are seemingly unaware of their legal obligation.
Many states in The United States of America are banning the use of prone restraint because of the increased risk of death associated with its use. Here in the UK we are bound by the Human Rights Act to take positive steps to protect life, and, in relation to physical restraint, that means not teaching or using techniques that are have been implicated in a number of deaths and are known to increase the risk of death. Yet these techniques are still being taught today by companies in this country who are seemingly unaware of their legal obligation.
Door Supervisors Arrested on Suspicion of Murder
Four door supervisors from a Southend nightspot have been bailed while police continue to investigate the death of Reece Lamude. On Monday 20th June detectives launched a murder investigation after a post-mortem examination revealed that Mr Lamude had sustained neck injuries, possibly as a result of the restraint. The incident again raises the question about how door supervisors are managed and trained, as well as the Human Rights and Corporate Manslaughter implications for the venue management.
Four door supervisors from a Southend nightspot have been bailed while police continue to investigate the death of Reece Lamude. On Monday 20th June detectives launched a murder investigation after a post-mortem examination revealed that Mr Lamude had sustained neck injuries, possibly as a result of the restraint. The incident again raises the question about how door supervisors are managed and trained, as well as the Human Rights and Corporate Manslaughter implications for the venue management.
Householders Can Hit Burglars With Pokers
On the 29th June 2011 householders were yesterday given license to kill burglars with knives or pokers without fear of prosecution when Justice Secretary Kenneth Clarke suggested that homeowners would be judged to have acted within the law as long as they did not shoot intruders in the back as they were running away. He also pledged that an Act of Parliament would be used to 'clarify' the existing legal right to use reasonable force against intruders.
On the 29th June 2011 householders were yesterday given license to kill burglars with knives or pokers without fear of prosecution when Justice Secretary Kenneth Clarke suggested that homeowners would be judged to have acted within the law as long as they did not shoot intruders in the back as they were running away. He also pledged that an Act of Parliament would be used to 'clarify' the existing legal right to use reasonable force against intruders.
PC Simon Harwood Charged With Manslaughter
PC Simon Harwood is to be prosecuted for Manslaughter in relation to the death of Ian Tomlinson who died at the G20 protests in London last year, as announced by the CPS on Tuesday 24th May 2011. To see Keir Starmer, The Director of Public Prosecution on the the Guardian video read on...
PC Simon Harwood is to be prosecuted for Manslaughter in relation to the death of Ian Tomlinson who died at the G20 protests in London last year, as announced by the CPS on Tuesday 24th May 2011. To see Keir Starmer, The Director of Public Prosecution on the the Guardian video read on...
Does Fighting Back Really Work
Does fighting back really work? Is it dangerous to resist an violent attack? Will I be harmed more if I fight back? Does self defence training really work? Recent research, that collected records of over two-million women who had been attacked, showed that self defence training works. It also proved that women who fought back increased their chances of surviving a violent attack and that the risk of being injured when fighting back was no different to a person who didn't fight back.
Does fighting back really work? Is it dangerous to resist an violent attack? Will I be harmed more if I fight back? Does self defence training really work? Recent research, that collected records of over two-million women who had been attacked, showed that self defence training works. It also proved that women who fought back increased their chances of surviving a violent attack and that the risk of being injured when fighting back was no different to a person who didn't fight back.
Dead in 30 Seconds
An inquest has found that a mental health patient died after being restrained for only 30 seconds. Although the jury returned an open verdict, the case highlights real areas of concern that all agencies, organsiations and staff must consider when managing restraint within organisations - particularly in relation to management supervision, selection of training, safe systems of work, and having the right resources and support in place.
An inquest has found that a mental health patient died after being restrained for only 30 seconds. Although the jury returned an open verdict, the case highlights real areas of concern that all agencies, organsiations and staff must consider when managing restraint within organisations - particularly in relation to management supervision, selection of training, safe systems of work, and having the right resources and support in place.
Care Worker Suicidal After Death
A care worker who restrained a mental health patient before he died told an inquest he has suffered a number of breakdowns since the incident. He said: "I've suffered multiple breakdowns [since the incident], my health has suffered. I live every day with what's happened and I suffer through it. Sitting here is the hardest thing in the world for me. I feel suicidal everyday. I wish it was me that passed away that day, not Derek."
A care worker who restrained a mental health patient before he died told an inquest he has suffered a number of breakdowns since the incident. He said: "I've suffered multiple breakdowns [since the incident], my health has suffered. I live every day with what's happened and I suffer through it. Sitting here is the hardest thing in the world for me. I feel suicidal everyday. I wish it was me that passed away that day, not Derek."
One in Ten Head Teachers Assulated
The BBC have recently reported (on the 30th April 2011) that as many as one-in-10 head teachers have been physically assaulted by a pupil's parent or carer, according to a survey by the NAHT – The Association for All School Leaders. Incidents reported by the 1,362 heads surveyed in England, Wales and Northern Ireland included head teachers reporting being punched, spat on, kicked, head butted, bitten and sexually assaulted. In another news report, published on Thursday 20 January 2011, The Northampton Chronicle & Echo, using the Freedom of Information Act, listed a catalogue of 843 attacks by pupils, ranging from bites and scratches to “direct blows”.
The BBC have recently reported (on the 30th April 2011) that as many as one-in-10 head teachers have been physically assaulted by a pupil's parent or carer, according to a survey by the NAHT – The Association for All School Leaders. Incidents reported by the 1,362 heads surveyed in England, Wales and Northern Ireland included head teachers reporting being punched, spat on, kicked, head butted, bitten and sexually assaulted. In another news report, published on Thursday 20 January 2011, The Northampton Chronicle & Echo, using the Freedom of Information Act, listed a catalogue of 843 attacks by pupils, ranging from bites and scratches to “direct blows”.
How to Improve What You Do and How You Do it
Whatever system of restraint or self defence you teach, one of the things that successful trainers and business owners do regularly is keep a sharp look out for anything that can help them improve their business and / or improve the way they train. Sometimes it only takes one thing to change everything and these are called defining moments. Whatever current system of restraint or breakaway you currently teach or use you can surely gain something by training with us as part of your CPD, and you would be made most welcome. We are a friendly and hospitable bunch. You can also walk away with a BTEC Level 3 Advanced Award in Physical Restraint which would give you a National Vocational Qualification aswel to validate your CPD.
Whatever system of restraint or self defence you teach, one of the things that successful trainers and business owners do regularly is keep a sharp look out for anything that can help them improve their business and / or improve the way they train. Sometimes it only takes one thing to change everything and these are called defining moments. Whatever current system of restraint or breakaway you currently teach or use you can surely gain something by training with us as part of your CPD, and you would be made most welcome. We are a friendly and hospitable bunch. You can also walk away with a BTEC Level 3 Advanced Award in Physical Restraint which would give you a National Vocational Qualification aswel to validate your CPD.
Are You Prepared If And When Something Goes Wrong
Are you and your family prepared for what will happen if and when something goes wrong? Are you and your family prepared for the fact that you could be held accountable - hung out to dry, that you could be the "fall-guy"? Have you considered that the very organisation that may have trained you will be the first to condemn you? Are you prepared for the impact that this can have on you and your family and your health? Well next time you think about the tangible cost of training, just think for a moment about the potential intangible costs.
Are you and your family prepared for what will happen if and when something goes wrong? Are you and your family prepared for the fact that you could be held accountable - hung out to dry, that you could be the "fall-guy"? Have you considered that the very organisation that may have trained you will be the first to condemn you? Are you prepared for the impact that this can have on you and your family and your health? Well next time you think about the tangible cost of training, just think for a moment about the potential intangible costs.
2 to 12 Seconds is Possibly All You Have
Did you know that the vast majority of people who use physical force only have a between 2 - 12 seconds to either gain control of someone or defend themselves fully. After that their energy systems become depleted which can result in an increased margin of error resulting in someone being injured or killed. Yet many systems of restraint and defence actually work against this natural human metabolic process and it would not be hard to prove this in Court.
Did you know that the vast majority of people who use physical force only have a between 2 - 12 seconds to either gain control of someone or defend themselves fully. After that their energy systems become depleted which can result in an increased margin of error resulting in someone being injured or killed. Yet many systems of restraint and defence actually work against this natural human metabolic process and it would not be hard to prove this in Court.
United Nations Requested to Investigate G4S Restraint Death
The United Nations special rapporteur on torture has been asked to examine the circumstances surrounding the death of Jimmy Mubenga who was restrained by G4S officers and a file has been sent to UN special rapporteurs on extra-judicial summary executions, torture and contemporary forms of racism as well as the Council of Europe's committee on the prevention of torture. The file has also been sent to each member of the Commons home affairs select committee.
The United Nations special rapporteur on torture has been asked to examine the circumstances surrounding the death of Jimmy Mubenga who was restrained by G4S officers and a file has been sent to UN special rapporteurs on extra-judicial summary executions, torture and contemporary forms of racism as well as the Council of Europe's committee on the prevention of torture. The file has also been sent to each member of the Commons home affairs select committee.
New PI Award Required by August 2011
As from August 2011 all Trainers providers physical intervention training for Door Supervisors will be required to hold the New Level 3 Award for Deliverers of Physical Intervention Training in the Private Security Industry. At current anyone holding a Level 3 PI qualification issued by one of the master training organisations on the SIA website can deliver the PI Unit (Module 4) of the Door Supervisors License to Practice Award. However, as from August this year, they will have to possess the new Award or they will not be allowed to continue delivering the PI module.
As from August 2011 all Trainers providers physical intervention training for Door Supervisors will be required to hold the New Level 3 Award for Deliverers of Physical Intervention Training in the Private Security Industry. At current anyone holding a Level 3 PI qualification issued by one of the master training organisations on the SIA website can deliver the PI Unit (Module 4) of the Door Supervisors License to Practice Award. However, as from August this year, they will have to possess the new Award or they will not be allowed to continue delivering the PI module.
The Use of Pain Compliance to Control Children
The use of pain-compliance techniques in a restraint programme is a controversial issue at the best of times. Recently the Children's Commissioner has asked that all such techniques should be banned as they are not in the best interest of the child. But is there a need for such techniques, and could their omission be contrary to promoting the best interest of the child and lead to a potential breach of the Human Rights Act and leave organisations open for prosecution under the Corporate Manslaughter Act?
The use of pain-compliance techniques in a restraint programme is a controversial issue at the best of times. Recently the Children's Commissioner has asked that all such techniques should be banned as they are not in the best interest of the child. But is there a need for such techniques, and could their omission be contrary to promoting the best interest of the child and lead to a potential breach of the Human Rights Act and leave organisations open for prosecution under the Corporate Manslaughter Act?
Self Defence Instructors Award Bridges the Gap
The New BTEC Level 3 Advanced Award in Self Defence Instruction is proving to be a very popular course - especially now that a lot of the work can be done as distance learning modules. To assist you and help you gain the most from your learning experience we have invested in new technology allowing you the flexibility of learning up to date and relevant information in the comfort of our own home or in your office, allowing you to expand you knowledge, whilst saving your time.
The New BTEC Level 3 Advanced Award in Self Defence Instruction is proving to be a very popular course - especially now that a lot of the work can be done as distance learning modules. To assist you and help you gain the most from your learning experience we have invested in new technology allowing you the flexibility of learning up to date and relevant information in the comfort of our own home or in your office, allowing you to expand you knowledge, whilst saving your time.
Security Company G4S May Face Corporate Manslaughter Charges
Scotland Yard is now considering bringing a corporate manslaughter charge against the world's largest private security firm over the death of an Angolan deportee, Jimmy Mubenga, who collapsed while being deported by G4S staff on a commercial flight from Heathrow. In light of the recent successful Corporate Manslaughter conviction of Cotswold Geotechnical Holdings, the police are now considering whether G4S could be held responsible for his death under the same legislation.
Scotland Yard is now considering bringing a corporate manslaughter charge against the world's largest private security firm over the death of an Angolan deportee, Jimmy Mubenga, who collapsed while being deported by G4S staff on a commercial flight from Heathrow. In light of the recent successful Corporate Manslaughter conviction of Cotswold Geotechnical Holdings, the police are now considering whether G4S could be held responsible for his death under the same legislation.
First Corporate Manslaughter Conviction
On the 16th February 2011 the first Company has been found guilty under the New Corporate Manslaughter Act. How can this judgement affect you? Why are our school staff being taught techniques that are dangerous? This article contains copies of correspondence to the Government Minister for Education and the responses which you may find very interesting in light of the recent ruling.
On the 16th February 2011 the first Company has been found guilty under the New Corporate Manslaughter Act. How can this judgement affect you? Why are our school staff being taught techniques that are dangerous? This article contains copies of correspondence to the Government Minister for Education and the responses which you may find very interesting in light of the recent ruling.
New SIA PI Qualification Required by August 2011
From August 2011 all Trainers delivering Physical Intervention as part of the Door Supervisors License to Practice Award are required to hold the New SIA Recognised National Physical Intervention qualification. You can obtain this new qualification by attending our Restraint Trainers Refresher or Restraint Instructors Course.
From August 2011 all Trainers delivering Physical Intervention as part of the Door Supervisors License to Practice Award are required to hold the New SIA Recognised National Physical Intervention qualification. You can obtain this new qualification by attending our Restraint Trainers Refresher or Restraint Instructors Course.
BTEC Level 3 Restrant Instructors Training
Over the last few weeks and months lots of exciting things have been happening here at NFPS to make your life easier. For example, you can now attend the BTEC Level 3 Advanced Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Course and also come away with a PTLLS Level 3 Award and the new BTEC Level 3 Conflict Management Trainers Award - provided you are willing to do the pre-course work. Read on to find out more........
Over the last few weeks and months lots of exciting things have been happening here at NFPS to make your life easier. For example, you can now attend the BTEC Level 3 Advanced Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Course and also come away with a PTLLS Level 3 Award and the new BTEC Level 3 Conflict Management Trainers Award - provided you are willing to do the pre-course work. Read on to find out more........
March 2011 - Restraint Trainers Refresher Course
If you are thinking of attending the March 2011 NFPS Ltd Restraint Trainers Refresher Course you may be interested to know that this year you can upgrade your PTLLS Level 4 Award to a CTLLS Level 4 Award as well as obtaining the New BTEC Level 3 Award in The Delivery of Physical Intervention Training for the Private Security Industry Award (QCF).
If you are thinking of attending the March 2011 NFPS Ltd Restraint Trainers Refresher Course you may be interested to know that this year you can upgrade your PTLLS Level 4 Award to a CTLLS Level 4 Award as well as obtaining the New BTEC Level 3 Award in The Delivery of Physical Intervention Training for the Private Security Industry Award (QCF).
Complexity and Emergence - Reaching New Potential
In today's society many people live with a fear of uncertainty. They worry about things that haven't happened as yet and fear for their future. To compound this matter the stress management industry promotes that fear and anxiety can lead to a premature death so many people now worry about the fact that they worry and the possible consequences. Yet there is mounting evidence to show that crisis can indeed be good for us and Angela Patmore has published a new book called 'Challenging Depression and Despair' which is packed with facts and scientific evidence can give you back total control in your life. A synopsis of one of the things Angela has written about is 'complexity science' and 'emergence' which I think you should all now about.
In today's society many people live with a fear of uncertainty. They worry about things that haven't happened as yet and fear for their future. To compound this matter the stress management industry promotes that fear and anxiety can lead to a premature death so many people now worry about the fact that they worry and the possible consequences. Yet there is mounting evidence to show that crisis can indeed be good for us and Angela Patmore has published a new book called 'Challenging Depression and Despair' which is packed with facts and scientific evidence can give you back total control in your life. A synopsis of one of the things Angela has written about is 'complexity science' and 'emergence' which I think you should all now about.
Second Inquest into the Death of Adam Rickwood begins
A second inquest into the death of Adam Rickwood, the youngest person to die in custody, begins today (10th January 2011) after a High Court battle. Adam was just 14 years old when he died in August 2004. He was found hanging in his cell in Hassockfield Secure Training Centre (STC), County Durham, hours after he was restrained by staff. If you are a trainer, a manager, a head teacher or an inspector you may want to seriously read this article.
A second inquest into the death of Adam Rickwood, the youngest person to die in custody, begins today (10th January 2011) after a High Court battle. Adam was just 14 years old when he died in August 2004. He was found hanging in his cell in Hassockfield Secure Training Centre (STC), County Durham, hours after he was restrained by staff. If you are a trainer, a manager, a head teacher or an inspector you may want to seriously read this article.
The Proof That Placebos Really Work
Talking any form of medicine when you feel run down has long been recognised by doctors as making people feel better. Now it seems that harmless sugar pills can ease symptoms even when patients realise they are swallowing placebos.
Talking any form of medicine when you feel run down has long been recognised by doctors as making people feel better. Now it seems that harmless sugar pills can ease symptoms even when patients realise they are swallowing placebos.
Company FIned £120,000 in Restraint Death Case
A care home operator was recently fined £80,000 for serious training failures following the death of a patient as a result of “inappropriate and dangerous” restraint techniques and the fact that no training had been given. In addition to the £80,000 fine for pleading guilty to the breach, Health and Care Services (UK) Limited was also ordered to pay £40,823 in costs.
A care home operator was recently fined £80,000 for serious training failures following the death of a patient as a result of “inappropriate and dangerous” restraint techniques and the fact that no training had been given. In addition to the £80,000 fine for pleading guilty to the breach, Health and Care Services (UK) Limited was also ordered to pay £40,823 in costs.
Ethical and Moral Training Provision
NFPS Ltd training is legally, ethically and morally correct. It is something we have strived long and hard to achieve in everything we do. It is the sole purpose of our passion and our commitment to people like you and society as a whole. The following article covers these issues and helps define ethics, morals, and integrity and why we believe NFPS training is a holistic and well-rounded utilitarian model of excellence. If you are looking for a training provider then please read this first.
NFPS Ltd training is legally, ethically and morally correct. It is something we have strived long and hard to achieve in everything we do. It is the sole purpose of our passion and our commitment to people like you and society as a whole. The following article covers these issues and helps define ethics, morals, and integrity and why we believe NFPS training is a holistic and well-rounded utilitarian model of excellence. If you are looking for a training provider then please read this first.
Restraint Instructor Insurance Cover
Get £5 Million of Instructor Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance when qualified through NFPS Ltd for only £331.13 (£275.00 + Vat per year) that covers you specifically for Physical Restraint, Breakaway, Self-Defence and Handcuffing Instruction.
Get £5 Million of Instructor Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance when qualified through NFPS Ltd for only £331.13 (£275.00 + Vat per year) that covers you specifically for Physical Restraint, Breakaway, Self-Defence and Handcuffing Instruction.
Security Company Loses Contract Due to Restraint Death
Company loses tens of million pounds a year contract after its loses its contract to deport detainees post the restraint related death of Jimmy Mubenga on a British Airways flight.
Company loses tens of million pounds a year contract after its loses its contract to deport detainees post the restraint related death of Jimmy Mubenga on a British Airways flight.
Headteacher Fined 20,000 Pounds plus 22,000 Costs
A head teachers was fined £20,000 and ordered to pay £22,000 costs on the 29th October 2010 for breaching the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, when one of his pupils fell off a roof which left him with a fractured skull and permanent brain damage.
A head teachers was fined £20,000 and ordered to pay £22,000 costs on the 29th October 2010 for breaching the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, when one of his pupils fell off a roof which left him with a fractured skull and permanent brain damage.
The Science & Psychology of Training
When training staff in the use of physical force it is important that the techniques provided enable staff to achieve the desired outcome, i.e., the physical control of an individual with minimal risk to all concerned or the successful defence of a person likely to be attacked. Therefore, it is fundamentally important that the physical skills taught to staff complement their ability to achieve the desired effect. However, many training packages fail to prepare the individual being trained for what they are expected to do. Read more.
When training staff in the use of physical force it is important that the techniques provided enable staff to achieve the desired outcome, i.e., the physical control of an individual with minimal risk to all concerned or the successful defence of a person likely to be attacked. Therefore, it is fundamentally important that the physical skills taught to staff complement their ability to achieve the desired effect. However, many training packages fail to prepare the individual being trained for what they are expected to do. Read more.
Pain Compliance and The Human Rights Act - The Truth
There has been a lot of emphasis in recent years regarding the use of pain-compliance techniques and quite a few myths and misconceptions have arisen regarding the use of such techniques, one being that the use of a pain-compliance technique amounts to an act of torture – especially if used on a vulnerable client / service user. However, this is not true and such advice, all be it well-meaning, is putting people at risk and creating increased liabilities for the organisation and its management.
There has been a lot of emphasis in recent years regarding the use of pain-compliance techniques and quite a few myths and misconceptions have arisen regarding the use of such techniques, one being that the use of a pain-compliance technique amounts to an act of torture – especially if used on a vulnerable client / service user. However, this is not true and such advice, all be it well-meaning, is putting people at risk and creating increased liabilities for the organisation and its management.
Corporate Manslaughter - What Every Manager Should Know!
If someone dies in your organisations care or at the hands of your staff you, as a manager, could be prosecuted and fined £Million's as well as being sent to jail for failing to manage a foreseeable risk to death. The risks of positional asphyxia and other factors that cause death during restraint are well publicised so there is no-where to hide and not knowing only proves negligence. If I was a manager I would seriously want to read this article.
If someone dies in your organisations care or at the hands of your staff you, as a manager, could be prosecuted and fined £Million's as well as being sent to jail for failing to manage a foreseeable risk to death. The risks of positional asphyxia and other factors that cause death during restraint are well publicised so there is no-where to hide and not knowing only proves negligence. If I was a manager I would seriously want to read this article.
Family Sue for $50 Million for Death Due to Restraint
A mother of a man killed in a restraint is suing the City and County of San Fransisco for $50 Million. The case highlights some very disturbing facts and also similarities between what is happening here in the UK.
A mother of a man killed in a restraint is suing the City and County of San Fransisco for $50 Million. The case highlights some very disturbing facts and also similarities between what is happening here in the UK.
Death Due To Restraint and Call for the End or Prone Restraint
Olaseni Lewis lost his life on the same day that Colin Holt a 57 year old black service users also suffered fatal injuries after police went to his home on the 31st of August this year. These deaths have led to calls for an end to the use of prone restraint on mental health service users and for all mental health providers to phase out the use of calling police to deal with internal incidences within psychiatric settings.
Olaseni Lewis lost his life on the same day that Colin Holt a 57 year old black service users also suffered fatal injuries after police went to his home on the 31st of August this year. These deaths have led to calls for an end to the use of prone restraint on mental health service users and for all mental health providers to phase out the use of calling police to deal with internal incidences within psychiatric settings.
Why Managers Must Know About The Law of Reasonable Force
Managers who fail to understand Reasonable Force cannot be considered competent to advise, train or investigate staff who use force in the workplace. In addition, if they do they could create a liability that could be challenged under the Corporate Manslaughter Act as well as under Health & Safety law, leaving the organisation and the manager open to prosecution.
Managers who fail to understand Reasonable Force cannot be considered competent to advise, train or investigate staff who use force in the workplace. In addition, if they do they could create a liability that could be challenged under the Corporate Manslaughter Act as well as under Health & Safety law, leaving the organisation and the manager open to prosecution.
Man Who Died on Flight Was 'Heavily Restrained'
A man who was forcibly restrained on a flight died from asphyxiation from being held down by three officers. He kept saying he couldn't breathe, but his plea's were ignored. It is possible that the management of the use of force by G4S was inadequate and if so the company and its management could be prosecuted under the new Corporate Manslaughter & Corporate Homicide Act 2007 and also Section 37 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
A man who was forcibly restrained on a flight died from asphyxiation from being held down by three officers. He kept saying he couldn't breathe, but his plea's were ignored. It is possible that the management of the use of force by G4S was inadequate and if so the company and its management could be prosecuted under the new Corporate Manslaughter & Corporate Homicide Act 2007 and also Section 37 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
Exciting New Product Launch Coming Soon
We have an exciting and ground-breaking new audio product that is going to be made available at a special offer price for a very limited time scale only. This is an exciting opportunity for you to purchase all of the BTEC Level 3 Restraint & Breakaway Course Lectures as audio MP3 files + supporting Powerpoint Presentations for a limited period only. In addition, we have some very, very exciting news about some exceptional guest speakers who are being interviewed as part of the project and whose interviews will be made available to you as part of the audio set. To find our more, read on....
We have an exciting and ground-breaking new audio product that is going to be made available at a special offer price for a very limited time scale only. This is an exciting opportunity for you to purchase all of the BTEC Level 3 Restraint & Breakaway Course Lectures as audio MP3 files + supporting Powerpoint Presentations for a limited period only. In addition, we have some very, very exciting news about some exceptional guest speakers who are being interviewed as part of the project and whose interviews will be made available to you as part of the audio set. To find our more, read on....
Understanding Reasonable Force
Many people think the law is an arse. They have been conditioned to believe many things that are just not true. For example, on a course last week someone actually told me that you can only begin to defend yourself once someone has struck you first, otherwise you will be seen as the aggressor. Really? Another myth I hear perpetuated is that if you use force that hurts someone you are guilty of an assault. Therefore, you can only use force that is “non-harmful” because if you cause injury to your aggressor you will be guilty of an assault. Really?
Many people think the law is an arse. They have been conditioned to believe many things that are just not true. For example, on a course last week someone actually told me that you can only begin to defend yourself once someone has struck you first, otherwise you will be seen as the aggressor. Really? Another myth I hear perpetuated is that if you use force that hurts someone you are guilty of an assault. Therefore, you can only use force that is “non-harmful” because if you cause injury to your aggressor you will be guilty of an assault. Really?
To Pre-Empt or not to Pre-Empt
The 'Pre-Emptive Strike' is one of those areas of law that causes much discussion and debate amongst many people. Some people believe that if you act pre-emptively you become the 'aggressor' whilst others promote it as a mantra as the god-head and pinnacle for all self-defence techniques. In many cases it is actually the words 'pre-emptive strike' that cause many people to recoil in horror at the mere thought of someone striking someone first. Could you imagine for example a member of staff kicking a person who hadn't as yet attacked them?
The 'Pre-Emptive Strike' is one of those areas of law that causes much discussion and debate amongst many people. Some people believe that if you act pre-emptively you become the 'aggressor' whilst others promote it as a mantra as the god-head and pinnacle for all self-defence techniques. In many cases it is actually the words 'pre-emptive strike' that cause many people to recoil in horror at the mere thought of someone striking someone first. Could you imagine for example a member of staff kicking a person who hadn't as yet attacked them?
10,000 Pound Fine for Failing to Undertake a Risk Assessment
One of the UK's biggest newsagent chains has been fined £5,000 and had to pay an additional £5,00 in costs for failing to undertake a risk assessment to protect its staff from the foreseeabe risk of violence and aggression at work.
One of the UK's biggest newsagent chains has been fined £5,000 and had to pay an additional £5,00 in costs for failing to undertake a risk assessment to protect its staff from the foreseeabe risk of violence and aggression at work.
The 'Rodney-King' Effect
Why you need to understand the reasons why some techniques don’t work and why some staff over-react during restrain situations.
Why you need to understand the reasons why some techniques don’t work and why some staff over-react during restrain situations.
£13,000 Damages for a Security Guard Injured During a Burglary
A University of Manchester security guard who suffered a broken collar bone and finger during a burglary in a campus launderette, has been paid £13,000 in compensation by the University. His claim was supported throughout by his trade union UNISON and union lawyers Thompsons.
A University of Manchester security guard who suffered a broken collar bone and finger during a burglary in a campus launderette, has been paid £13,000 in compensation by the University. His claim was supported throughout by his trade union UNISON and union lawyers Thompsons.
10 Very Good Reasons why you should train with NFPS
I am always amazed by some of the things people tell me on training courses and recently I heard some more bizzare stuff so I thought I'd put the record straight from our perspective because if I had have been given some of this information I would have my reservations about training too. When we license you we license you to teach in any industry sector you wish to. We appreciate that your business is your business.
I am always amazed by some of the things people tell me on training courses and recently I heard some more bizzare stuff so I thought I'd put the record straight from our perspective because if I had have been given some of this information I would have my reservations about training too. When we license you we license you to teach in any industry sector you wish to. We appreciate that your business is your business.
BTEC Level 3 Restraint Instructors Course - Recent Feedback from Edinburgh
The following feedback has been taken from the recent BTEC Level 3 Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Qualifying Course that was held between the 28th June - 2nd July in Edinburgh, Scotland. The course was attended by some great people ranging from Door Supervisor Trainers to specialist trainers in Local Authority, the NHS, Mental Health and Psychiatric settings. If you are thinking of training in this field then see what they have to say about their experiences.
The following feedback has been taken from the recent BTEC Level 3 Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Qualifying Course that was held between the 28th June - 2nd July in Edinburgh, Scotland. The course was attended by some great people ranging from Door Supervisor Trainers to specialist trainers in Local Authority, the NHS, Mental Health and Psychiatric settings. If you are thinking of training in this field then see what they have to say about their experiences.
How you Can Become a BTEC Level 3 Qualified Risk Assessor in Two Days
Under new legislation you can now face an unlimited fine and even a prison sentence for failing to manage risk that leads to a serious injury or death in the workplace, with the minimum fine now at £500,000.00 Under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, an organisation is guilty of corporate manslaughter if: 1) The way in which its activities were managed or organised causes a death; 2) There is a "gross breach" of duty of care to the person who died; and; 3) The management failed in its duty to manage a foreseeable risk that led to the death. And one company has already become the first in the UK to be charged with corporate manslaughter and the company's director has been charged with causing manslaughter by gross negligence under the new law which came into force in April 2008. He is potentially now facing a prison sentence. Don't let the next one be you!
Under new legislation you can now face an unlimited fine and even a prison sentence for failing to manage risk that leads to a serious injury or death in the workplace, with the minimum fine now at £500,000.00 Under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, an organisation is guilty of corporate manslaughter if: 1) The way in which its activities were managed or organised causes a death; 2) There is a "gross breach" of duty of care to the person who died; and; 3) The management failed in its duty to manage a foreseeable risk that led to the death. And one company has already become the first in the UK to be charged with corporate manslaughter and the company's director has been charged with causing manslaughter by gross negligence under the new law which came into force in April 2008. He is potentially now facing a prison sentence. Don't let the next one be you!
How You Can Become a BTEC Level 3 Restraint, Breakaway & Handcuff Trainer in One Week
We have added a new unique benefit to our well-established BTEC Level 3 Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Qualifying Course - and that is - you can now attend and also qualify as a BTEC Level 3 Handcuff Instructor on the same course! What we have done is bring together two BTEC Level 3 Qualifications that complement each other and combined them to give you the opportunity to achieve both Awards in one week.
We have added a new unique benefit to our well-established BTEC Level 3 Restraint & Breakaway Instructors Qualifying Course - and that is - you can now attend and also qualify as a BTEC Level 3 Handcuff Instructor on the same course! What we have done is bring together two BTEC Level 3 Qualifications that complement each other and combined them to give you the opportunity to achieve both Awards in one week.
If schools can use force on children, why can’t door supervisors use force on aggressive and violent members of the public?
If schools can use force on children, why can’t door supervisors use force on aggressive and violent members of the public? Schools can use force on Children, insists Ed Balls, the Secretary for Schools. In the article opposite that appeared in the Daily Mail on Tuesday, April 6th, he also said that it was a “myth” that schools should have “no contact policies”.
If schools can use force on children, why can’t door supervisors use force on aggressive and violent members of the public? Schools can use force on Children, insists Ed Balls, the Secretary for Schools. In the article opposite that appeared in the Daily Mail on Tuesday, April 6th, he also said that it was a “myth” that schools should have “no contact policies”.
SIA Requirements for Physical Intervention for Door Supervisors - A Bridge Too Far
As from the 1st June this year all new Door Supervisors will now have to undertake Physical Intervention Training as part of their Licensing requirement to gain their SIA Badge. However, the SIA requirements only go so far as teaching very low-level restraint and non-harmful disengagement techniques. The question is: will they work due to their limitations - or has the SIA gone a Bridge Too Far?.
As from the 1st June this year all new Door Supervisors will now have to undertake Physical Intervention Training as part of their Licensing requirement to gain their SIA Badge. However, the SIA requirements only go so far as teaching very low-level restraint and non-harmful disengagement techniques. The question is: will they work due to their limitations - or has the SIA gone a Bridge Too Far?.
The 'Dartmouth Effect' - or - Why Do Intelligent Instructors Teach Stupid Stuff?
Shortly the new SIA approved Level 3 Physical Intervention Award for the Private Security Industry will be available. But if you could do a Level 3 Award that gave you much, much more, and one that has been tested in Court and Tribunal and could protect you from prosecution, for approximately the same price, what would you choose to do? It should be a no-brainer, but some people actually think that they should only do a lesser award. Read on....
Shortly the new SIA approved Level 3 Physical Intervention Award for the Private Security Industry will be available. But if you could do a Level 3 Award that gave you much, much more, and one that has been tested in Court and Tribunal and could protect you from prosecution, for approximately the same price, what would you choose to do? It should be a no-brainer, but some people actually think that they should only do a lesser award. Read on....
The Rise of Political Expediency and the Fall of Credible Training
Over 100 Years ago a man called Upton Sinclair said: “It is hard to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on him not understanding it.” Today, sadly, in the 21st Century his words still ring true.
Over 100 Years ago a man called Upton Sinclair said: “It is hard to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on him not understanding it.” Today, sadly, in the 21st Century his words still ring true.
Why Everyone Should Have Thier Own Business
You've probably heard the news recently about the possible redundancies that are likely to occur in the public sector and this will have worried a lot of people, I am sure. In addition, in recent months and years many private sector staff have been laid off due to the current economic situation. Just recently a good friend of mine told me that she was told that there are likely to be one million public sector posts going.
You've probably heard the news recently about the possible redundancies that are likely to occur in the public sector and this will have worried a lot of people, I am sure. In addition, in recent months and years many private sector staff have been laid off due to the current economic situation. Just recently a good friend of mine told me that she was told that there are likely to be one million public sector posts going.
