Personal safety is a concern for many individuals. Although no one expects to find themselves in a situation where they ‘must’ defend...

Creating a personal safety plan ensures you are prepared for the unexpected.

The UK has seen a surge in public demonstrations, driven by various social, political, and economic concerns. From large-scale protests...

The accessibility of both illicit and prescription drugs has grown, making it easier for individuals to obtain substances that can lead...

In an increasingly fast-paced and demanding world, the ability to remain calm and focused during stressful situations is a valuable...

The term “compliant handcuffing" might appear straightforward at first glance, but its implications and interpretations can be complex...

When is someone too close? When you anticipate danger from what you can see, hear and/or feel from the other person. Increasingly...

Next time someone states that your training must be compliant, ask them to reference what they are saying, along with pointing out the...

Intervening to take away someone’s freedom of movement is generally done for a greater good, to. -       To stop a situation from going...

Avoidance and prevention are key strategies! Weapons have for ever been a part of human society, serving purposes ranging from hunting,...

Once again (yesterday) I was asked 'does our training conform and therefore offer certification in line with a particular training...

While learning physical self-defence techniques is important, it is only one piece of the puzzle. Many people recognise the value of...

Remaining safe may get old but so do those who practice it… I know we are not rabbits or parrots with eyes on the side of our heads, but...

Concern for the safety and security in schools continues to grow. Homicide amongst 13- to 19-year-olds is the highest it’s been on...

This report states that handcuffs were used on more than 2,000 patients over 1 year period. Staff will no longer handcuff combative...

Who remembers Linus and his security blanket? …...Linus being a character from the Charles Schulz’s ‘Peanuts’ comic strip. Linus’s...

My first recollection of being knowingly introduced to this subject was around 2001 watching a video regarding the subject of Excited...

One of the most impactful ways trainers can influence their students is by fostering empowerment. Empowerment involves equipping...

In the realm of organisational management, particularly in sectors dealing with vulnerable populations such as healthcare facilities,...

The heading is taken from a quote within the news article contained in the link below! When thinking about the types of locations where...