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