| Breakaway |
| Why do we offer this module? | This course is required by the HTE TWS I (HealthTrust Europe – Total workforce solutions I) framework.
8.11 In the case of a Bank Member and/or Temporary Worker (as relevant) whose Job Profile may reasonably be expected in the course of their normal duties to perform assignments within Mental Health and Learning Disabilities […]:
8.11.1 Physical Restraint Skills and Techniques (Annual) including but not limited to Personal Safety and Control and Restraint Training. |
| Who needs to complete this module? | Everyone who works in mental health and learning disabilities and delivers direct patient care.
Note: We offer this module to everyone in this group, regardless of whether the Trust that they are working in is contracted under the HTE TWS I framework.
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| How frequently should refresher training take place? | As per the HTE TWS I framework refresher training should take place every year. |
| How long is this training? | 6 hours |
| What does the module cover? | Break away training is a foundational level training that provides some practical experience of ‘getting away’ from a potentially violent situation.
This course is delivered to General Services Association (GSA) standards by GSA tutors.
Learning outcomes - by the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- identify factors that may place individuals at increased risk
- recognise personal skills that can enhance or detract from maintaining safety
- discuss systems for reporting and gaining support
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| | • | demonstrate safe practice of personal safety breakaway skills using the principles of speed, skill and surprise |
| | • | demonstrate the biomechanics of commonly used breakaway techniques |
| | • | recognise the importance of documentation in justifying your actions |
| | • | apply NEAR (Negotiate, Exit, Assistance and Reasonable force) principles. |
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