PHYSICAL INTERVENTION

Duration: 6 days

To provide learners with the knowledge and skill necessary to know when to physically intervene and when not to and “stabilize” and “relocate” individuals whose behavior pose a risk.

TOPICS COVERED

• Understand physical interventions and the legal and professional implications of their use
• Reduce the risk of harm when physical intervention skills are used
• Be able to use non aggressive physical skills to protect yourself and others from assault
• Be able to use non-pain related standing holding and escorting techniques, including non-restrictive and restrictive skills
• Understand good practice to follow after physical intervention