BTEC Level 2 Handcuffing
Course Title: BTEC Level 2 Handcuffing
Duration: 1 day
Maximum Candidates: 10
Cost: £1,200
Overview: This qualification is designed to provide training for people expected to use restraint equipment (handcuffs) as part of their operational duties. It covers amongst other topics:
- Understand the primary reason for handcuffing
- Understand the Health & Safety implications of handcuff use
- Understand the law, including compliance with: Section 3 (1) of the Criminal Law Act 1967, Common Law, Section 117 PACE and Articles 5, 3 and 2 of the Human Rights Act 1998
- Understand other areas of guidance - if required - such as: The Mental Health Act Code of Practice and NICE guidelines
- Understand the medical implications of handcuffing, including positional asphyxia
- Demonstrate how to apply handcuffs to both passive & aggressive subjects
- Demonstrate how to remove handcuffs correctly