Anti-Ligature Training
Course Overview

Why Take This Course?

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Recent media coverage, such as the Channel 4 Dispatches program "Hospital Undercover: Are Our Wards Safe?", has highlighted the severe risks associated with ligature points. Suicide by hanging remains a leading method of self-harm with a high fatality rate, contributing to significant numbers of deaths annually. The training aims to address this pressing issue by equipping professionals with the necessary skills to prevent such incidents, thereby enhancing the safety of both patients and staff.

NFPS Endorsed Trainer Training

Our course is endorsed by NFPS Ltd, a prominent UK organization known for its legally robust and defensible trainer courses. This endorsement underscores the quality and reliability of our training program, ensuring that it meets the highest standards in suicide prevention and safety.

Legal and Regulatory Requirements

In the UK, it is a legal obligation for organizations to maintain health, safety, and welfare in the workplace. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prioritizes suicide risk management, making our anti-ligature training essential. Additionally, regulatory bodies like Ofsted and CQC require proof of staff training in ligature prevention, making our course not only beneficial but necessary for compliance during inspections.

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Who Delivers the Training?

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The training is led by Darren Francis, an experienced instructor with over 30 years in the residential sector and recognized teaching qualifications. His expertise in secure units and challenging environments ensures that the training is both practical and comprehensive.

Tailored Training Options

We offer the flexibility to tailor our training to meet the specific needs of your organization, whether it's a mental health unit, hospital, care home, or custodial facility. Investing in our anti-ligature train-the-trainer course represents a commitment to improving safety and operational efficiency, ultimately saving time and resources.

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Course Content

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The Train-the-Trainer course covers:

1. Responsibilities of the first responder

2. Completing the Primary Survey

3. Types and use of ligature cutters

4. Basic life support (first aid)

5. Recognizing physical and behavioral signs of ligature use

6. Preserving and reporting incidents

7. Understanding and implementing relevant policies and best practices

8. The choking game, its medical risks, and signs

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Our training program provides a thorough foundation in managing and preventing ligature-related incidents, ensuring that staff are w