Here you will find all of the latest news articles published in relation to all things to do with physical intervention and physical restraint, self-defence, conflict management, handcuffing and everything and anything else in general.
For years, organisations have declared that they will not tolerate violence or abuse towards staff. The message itself is familiar. It appears on posters, in policies and throughout public-facing workplaces. However, a statement of intent is not the same as an effective workplace violence prevention strategy. A zero-tolerance policy may communicate an organisation’s position, but it does not, by itself, … Read more
There are moments in frontline practice where an organisation’s policies, training, equipment, leadership and legal understanding are tested in seconds. A person is in crisis. A ligature risk is present. Staff must act. Decisions must be made quickly, often under pressure, often in emotionally charged circumstances, and often before senior managers, clinicians, security leads or external responders are immediately available. … Read more
Because we understand what is at stake. NFPS programmes enable you to: Gain recognised BTEC vocational qualifications Deliver legally defensible training Access complete professional training resources Join a respected national instructor network Maintain competence and professional credibility Next month, March, NFPS Ltd is delivering its full instructor qualification programme at the prestigious Lilleshall National Sports & Conference Centre. These programmes … Read more
What Are the Best Level 3 Physical Intervention Trainer Courses in the UK? If you’re looking for the best Level 3 Physical Intervention Trainer Course in the UK; one that gives you genuine credibility, confidence, and legal protection, let me save you some time: our course at NFPS Ltd is the one that set the National Standard! NFPS Ltd, we … Read more
lThe BTEC Award That Lets You Legally and Confidently Teach Self-Defence To Others Have you ever wanted to teach self-defence but weren’t sure how to do it safely and legally? The BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Award from NFPS Ltd gives you everything you need to train others confidently, with full legal backing and professional recognition. This is the nationally … Read more
🎯 The Qualification Trusted by NHS, Care Homes & Security Teams, and it Could Change Your Career Too! Are you ready to take your experience in care, healthcare, or security to the next level? The BTEC Level 3 Restraint Instructor Award is the qualification trusted by NHS Trusts, Care Homes, and Security Teams across the UK. And it could transform … Read more
What if you could turn your passion for self-defence into a professional income stream? You’ve spent years developing your skills, discipline, and mindset through self-defence or martial arts. But what if those skills could become a nationally recognised qualification and a new professional income stream? Our BTEC Level 3 Self-Defence Instructor Award Course gives you everything you need … Read more
Ever been told “You’re not allowed to use restraint anymore”? Here’s what the law actually says… If you work in healthcare, care, education, or security, you’ve probably heard conflicting opinions about restraint. Some say it’s banned. Others say it’s unsafe. But the truth? When done lawfully, ethically, and professionally, restraint can (and does) save lives. At NFPS, we’ve trained thousands … Read more
What if the training you deliver today could one day save someone from a criminal conviction? This is not a hypothetical question. It’s a reality we recently witnessed when a former delegate walked free from Crown Court, armed not with a legal team’s strategy, but with the understanding and confidence gained from an NFPS self-defence course nearly a decade earlier. … Read more
“Mark Dawes – Life After NFPS Ltd” Mark Dawes – Life After NFPS Ltd What happens when you step away? Have you ever wondered what life is like after leaving your business? Mark Dawes shares what he has learned 2.5 years after retiring from NFPS Ltd. Why you should hear this In this special webinar, Mark shares lessons that … Read more