Hands-on training in non-violent physical techniques for safely disengaging from an aggressor
Practice in controlling distance and creating space
Verbal De-Escalation Skills
Communication strategies for diffusing tense situations and managing aggression
Assertiveness techniques for setting boundaries and maintaining control
Risk Assessment and Prevention
Recognizing warning signs of escalating behaviour
Implementing proactive measures to prevent confrontation
Learning Outcomes
Understand how communication skills are used in De-escalation
Demonstrate how personal space can be effective in conflict
be able to use non-verbal communication in conflict
Understand natural human responses in confrontation
Demonstrate Post incident support and restorative practice
Breakaway Skills are Non-Restrictive physical skills which will enable delegates to practice techniques to escape from an aggressive person who has physically grabbed or taken hold of them. Including: Clothing Grabs, Arm grabs/holds, Hair pulls, Strangles and Bear Hugs.
All techniques and skills meet BILD and RRN Requirements.
