Candidate - Programme Specific- Information Document for Responding to Threats and Violence (RTVB13)

Leading to a Security Institute Certificate at Basic Level

Development

Development of the programme was undertaken in consultation with the Irish Security Industry Association (ISIA), Services, Industrial, Professional and Technical Union (SIPTU), Security Institute Corporate Category (SII) and other key stakeholders. The security industry certification body the Security Institute carried out national and international research including referencing the EU Komsi Project, the Private Security Authority, Security Industry Authority, British Home Office, Confederation of European Security Services and the Department of American Homeland Security. Legal Requirements The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, which applies to all workplaces makes it mandatory for all employers to have a Safety Statement in place. The Safety Statement must identify all hazards in each workplace and assess the risks associated with those hazards, thereafter putting control measures in place.

Programme Profile

This part time programme necessitates day release or evening-course environment participation. This is a single component programme, leading on successful completion to a Security Institute of Ireland Certificate in Responding to Threats and Violence at Basic Level. As this is a part time, short duration programme, no transfer options are offered through the Security Institute at this point. Progression routes are in place through the Security Institute, enabling access to a higher-level programme “Dealing with Conflict and Physical Threats” a three day internationally accredited programme certified under ISO/IEC 17024.

Programme Purpose

The programme is designed to equip the candidate with the knowledge, skill and competence to respond to a threat or attack from a third party in a range of workplace environments, for example: Security Staff Hospital Accident and Emergency Staff Care Workers Bus and Taxi Drivers Traffic Wardens Environmental Officers Process Servers Tiger Kidnap Targets Aviation Sector Employees Handling Cash or Valuables Night Porters, Caretakers and Receptionists.

Programme Objectives

Gain an insight into a range of legal considerations relating to workplace threats and violence. Understand theories relating to physical conflict situations and risks associated with the threat of violence. Acquire basic practical skills in blocking and breaking away from an attack. Identify the risks associated with restraining. Understand the benefits of effective post violent or threatening incident measures.

Entry Criteria

There is no formal entry qualification required. Aspects of the programme are physical in nature and as such, a reasonable level of fitness and mobility will be required to participate. Candidates will be required to sign a declaration as to their health and fitness. Participation conditions include completion of a registration form, attendance sheet and declarations. Dress and Other Requirements Physical activity is an inherent part of the course, therefore comfortable loose clothing is essential. Do not carry loose change or wear jewellery or watches during these activities. The ideal dress is a tracksuit and trainers.

Programme Delivery

Programme delivery is broken down into seven sections as follows: Legal Considerations Health and Safety Considerations Threats and Violence Theory Breaking away from Grips and Holds Blocking Techniques Restraining Considerations Post Incident Measures Delivery modes include classroom based directed delivery, practical individual and team activity.

Programme Assessment

The entire programme is assessed by the demonstration of two practical skills each with a value of 50%. A pass mark must be achieved in each technique for successful completion. Processes are in place for appeals and resits.

In general terms the Security Institute policy is to afford candidates a second opportunity to attempt assessment. There is no capping of marks in the event of agreed alternative arrangements.

A grading system is in place as follows:

A Pass is awarded for candidate achievement in the range of 50% to 64%.

A Merit is awarded for candidate achievement in the range of 65% to 79%.

A Distinction is awarded for candidate achievement at 80% and above.

A mark under 50% in total is deemed unsuccessful at this point or referred.

Certification

Successful completion of this programme leads to a Security Institute of Ireland Certificate in Responding to Threats and Violence at Basic Level.