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£1,400
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Course Details:
Qualification: Highfield Level 3 Award in the Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs) (RQF)
Duration: 1 Day
Timings: 09:00 – 18:00
Location: Delivered exclusively for your team at the Close Protection Academy (Stratford, East London) OR at your own venue (subject to suitability requirements).
Group Size: Private cohort booking for up to 10 learners from your organisation.
Assessment: Open-response workbook and practical skills assessments
Course Overview:
The Highfield Level 3 Award in the Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs) (RQF) is a high-quality programme designed specifically for organisations employing SIA licence holders. It ensures your team is fully trained in the correct, ethical, and lawful use of mechanical restraints. Developed by industry leaders, this qualification directly addresses the strict regulatory scrutiny surrounding physical intervention and restraint.
Delivered as a dedicated corporate package exclusively for your staff, this course expands your team's practical skills while ensuring your organisation meets its legal obligations, covering all relevant law, legislation, and risk management.
Who Is This Course For?
This private corporate package is ideal for organisations employing:
SIA-licensed Door Supervisors
SIA-licensed Close Protection Operatives
Corporate security teams, civil enforcement officers, and community safety accredited personnel.
Course Content:
Understand the different types of mechanical restraints (handcuffs)
Understand the law and good practice guidelines in relation to the use of mechanical restraints (handcuffs)
Understand the importance of safe working practices and how to respond to medical difficulties
Understand post-incident considerations and the importance of reporting
Be able to safely apply and remove mechanical restraints (handcuffs) to a compliant subject
Be able to safely apply and remove mechanical restraints (handcuffs) to a non-compliant subject
Entry Requirements:
Learners must be 18+ years old
Must hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor or Close Protection Licence
Must be able to communicate fluently in spoken and written English
Participants must wear appropriate, comfortable clothing suitable for practical, scenario-based training
What Learners Must Bring:
Each participant must bring one form of valid photographic identification, such as:
Valid passport (any nationality)
UK photocard driving licence
Valid SIA licence
Warrant card issued by HM Forces or the Police