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| 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
- 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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| Training Attendance and ID identification |
Please bring with you:
- Photo identification - this can be either your Passport, ID Card or Driving License. This needs to be a an original document with your picture and not a copy of your document.
Attendance on time is important:
- Make sure you allow time to travel to the venue, including checking car park on-site facilities, or nearby so that you arrive on time. If you travel by public transport, please check the transport timetable and plan accordingly.
Anyone that arrives 15 minutes after the start time will not be able to take part in the course.
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