Welcome to the courses listing page of TSDT

If you are an employer, a line-manager or someone who holds a senior position in an educational establishment now is the time to acquire the correct training for your staff and those placed within your charge.  TSDT courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of those requesting instruction.  TSDT training is delivered onsite (in-house) and therefore brings your training costs down but an alternative location can be arranged upon requested. 

Personal Safety Related Courses (Click on each course to read more)

Please note:  Specialised Self-Protection (self-defence & personal security) workshops and courses can be arranged upon request. This form of training will be customized to meet the specific needs of those requesting instruction.

First Aid Courses (Click on each course to read more)

Basic Weapons Awareness & Recognition (Skill for Security)

Introduction

This is a new course which has been specifically designed as an introduction to weapons awareness and recognition training.  Anyone who works in frontline security related employments or teaches/instructs personal safety subjects and skills will benefit much from this interesting and unique training course.

Please note:  This is the only recognised and formally accredited course of its kind in the world. 

Duration

This course is conducted over a 4½ hour period and consists of factual based presentations and group work.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 4 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 6 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 20 students
• 18 years & over.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.

Outline Syllabus

• Handling weapons & terminology
• Edged weapons
• Striking weapons
• Projectile weapons
• Disguised weapons.

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake two simple confirmation assessments, one written (10 questions) and one multiple choice (10 questions).  The trainer will also assess each student’s progress during the course. 

Qualification

An approved ‘Skills for Security’ certificate in Basic Weapons Awareness and Recognition training will be awarded to successful students undertaking this course.  Students will also receive documentation detailing the course content. 

Relevant for

• Security guards (static & transit)
• Event security staff & door supervisors
• Teachers/tutors & those appointed to search students
• Mental health care staff
• Police officers (including firearms officers)
• Community wardens
• Prison & police custody officers
• Military detention specialists & RMP personnel
• Anyone who teaches/instructs personal security related subjects.

BTEC Level 2 Intermediate Award - Breakaway & Self-Defence

Introduction

This course is of great value to those who work in environments which bring them into direct contact with customers and the general public and therefore might be at risk from random acts of violence.  There has never been a better time to learn how to defend oneself than there is in today’s present climate of rising violent crime.

Please note:  This is the only recognised and formally accredited course of its kind available in the UK.

Duration

This 1 day course consists of physical skills training and factual based presentations.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 4 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 6 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 12 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.  Students must be capable and willing to undertake physical skills training with others.

Outline Syllabus

• Understand the Law in relation to the use of force for personal defence of self & others
• A wide variety of breakaway & self-defence techniques.

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback. 

Qualification

BTEC Level 2 Intermediate Award - Breakaway & Self-Defence.  Students will also receive documentation detailing the course content. 

Relevant for

• Retail & shop assistants
• Security guards (static & transit)
• Event security staff & door supervisors
• Teachers, tutors & education support staff
• Higher education & university students
• Doctors, nurses, ambulance crews & medical support staff
• Mental health care staff
• Social & community outreach workers
• Community wardens
• Firemen
• Police officers
• Prison & police custody officers
• Military detention specialists & RMP personnel
• Anyone who teaches/instructs personal security related subjects & wishes to further enhance their knowledge regarding self-defence related topics to a national standard.

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BTEC Level 2 Intermediate Award - Physical Restraint Practise

Introduction

This course is of great value to those who work in environments which might require them to safely and effectively restrain non-compliant or violent individuals.  The larger percentage of those who are placed in charge of non-compliant or violent individuals are more often and not reluctant to employ physical intervention (restraint) methods.  Therefore, this course has been specifically designed to furnish those undertaking instruction with the appropriate methods and knowledge relating to safe physical intervention procedures.

Duration

This 3 day course consists of physical skills training and factual based presentations.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 4 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 6 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 12 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.  Students must be capable and willing to undertake physical skills training with others and classroom based discussions.

Outline Syllabus

• Investigate Reasonable Force in relation to physical restraint
• Explore the requirements of the Human Rights Act 1998 - physical restraint related
• Health & Safety stature and associated regulations - physical restraint related
• Evaluate risks & explore how to reduce these - physical restraint related
• Relevant acts of Parliament & other organisations in relation to vulnerable individuals
• Explore the risks of associated alcohol, drugs & edged weapons - physical restraint related
• Understand & define the difference between escorting, holding & restraint
• Non-harmful methods of restraint including seated restraint techniques
• Difference between non-harmful & more restrictive appropriate methods of restraint
• De-escalation & relaxed restraint techniques.

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback. 

Qualification

BTEC Level 2 Intermediate Award - Physical Restraint Practise.  Students will also receive documentation detailing the course content. 

Relevant for

• Security guards (static & transit)
• Event security staff & door supervisors
• Teachers, tutors & education support staff
• Doctors, nurses, ambulance crews & medical support staff
• Mental health care staff
• Social & community outreach workers
• Retail & shop assistants
• Police officers
• Prison & police custody officers
• Military detention specialists & RMP personnel
• Anyone who teaches/instructs personal security related subjects & wishes to further enhance their knowledge regarding physical intervention (restraint) related topics to a national standard.

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Self Defence Training

Introduction

Muggings, rapes, attacks on people in their own homes, violent assaults against others on public transport and on the high street have unfortunately become everyday occurrences across the UK.  In a society where violence against others is almost a daily topic of conversation for media there has never been a better time than now for everyone to undergo self-defence training. 

Duration

2 hours - an introduction to self-defence training.  It is strongly advised that continuation training is sought by those requesting instruction so that they can become proficient and confident through repetition training in regards to the initial physical skills and protocols they have been introduced to.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 6 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 12 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 20 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.  Students must be capable and willing to undertake physical skills training with others.

Outline Syllabus

• Self-defence & the Law (an insight to Reasonable Force)
• Precursors to an attack - verbal & non-verbal forms of communication
• Threat assessment & escape routes
• Controlling the range
• Pre-emptive & reactive striking
• Breakaway techniques
• Defence against multiple attackers
• Ground defence
• Defence against edged weapons
• Use of weapons of opportunity (common everyday items)
• Post conflict procedures.

Assessment Process

Informal assessment - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course. 

Qualification

A TSDT certificate of attendance will be given to each student who completes this course.  Students will also receive documentation detailing certain elements the course content. 

Relevant for

Lone workers, those in higher education and anyone else who wishes to learn how to defend their self against various types of physical assault.

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Personal Security Training

Introduction

Personal security is probably more important than self-defence because in reality it is our first line of defence i.e. prevention.  If we can master and practise subconsciously the basic principles of personal security we then avoid taking unnecessary risks within society.  If we employ common sense in regards to our actions on a daily basis, in turn we then limit the possibility of having to employ self-defence measures.  Personal security is predominately about prevention whereas self-defence is primarily about cure and therefore prevention is certainly better than cure!

Duration

1 hour or 2 hours - an introduction to personal security training.  A 2 hours workshop (1 hour presentation and 1 hour practical session) can be arranged and the content of which will be tailored to those requesting specific advice.  Long term training and annual presentations can also be arranged upon request. 

Course Loading

• A minimum of 6 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 12 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 20 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.

Outline Syllabus

• Self-defence & the Law (an insight to Reasonable Force)
• Safety protocols when on your own in a house or a building
• Security of personal items i.e. handbags, purses/wallets & more
• Safety protocols on when on foot
• Safety protocols on when driving
• Safety protocols when on public transport
• Safety protocols when socialising
• Safety at work
• Award winning 25 minute DVD (Safety Awareness for Women - Living with Confidence)
• Insight to personal safety products and how to use them (an interesting selection of legal items).

Assessment Process

This course is predominately presentation based and therefore there is no assessment. 

Qualification

A TSDT certificate of attendance will be given to each course candidate.  Those in attendance will also receive advice regarding where to purchase personal safety products and related items from. 

Relevant for

Females, lone workers, those in higher education and anyone else who wishes to learn how to improve their overall personal security.

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Introduction

It seems that almost every day in one national newspaper or another or on the evening news there is reference to someone being attacked by an edged weapon assailant.  In an age where you are more likely to be killed by an edged weapon assailant than you are by someone firing a handgun at you, now is the time to undergo defence against edged weapons training.

Duration

 
1 hour edged weapons presentation or a 2 hours introduction to defence against edged weapons workshop.  It is strongly advised that continuation training is sought by those requesting instruction so that they can become proficient and confident through repetition training in regards to the initial physical skills and protocols they have been introduced to.  Also, a one day course (6 hours) is available; this is the most comprehensive course of its kind in the UK today!

Course Loading

• A minimum of 6 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 12 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 20 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.  Students must be capable and willing to undertake physical skills training with others.

Outline Syllabus

• Introduction - Course Overview / Outline
• The Law in relation to knives & related items
• Types of edged weapons (made, adapted & intended items)
• Understanding the threat (including up to date media coverage)
• Types of edged weapon injuries
• An overview of personal security procedures (best practise protocols)
  
• Precursors to an edged weapon attack - verbal & non-verbal forms of communication
• Threat assessment & threat solution options
  
• Controlling the range & manufacturing distance (including escape routes)
  
• Self-defence & the Law (an insight to Reasonable Force)
• Proportionate response options to a knife or an edged weapon attack (tactics & techniques)
• Pre-emptive & reactive striking (including the PROs & CONs of striking against an edged weapon assailant)
• Use of weapons of opportunity (common everyday items)
• Pressure testing (upon request)
• Post conflict procedures (including emergency first aid procedures).

Please note:   Defence against fire-arms can be included into this training course upon request or a separate fire-arms workshop can be arranged.

Assessment Process

Informal assessment - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course.

Qualification

A TSDT certificate of attendance will be given to each student who completes this course.  Students will also receive documentation detailing certain elements the course content.  

Relevant for

• Security guards (static & transit)
• Event security staff & door supervisors
• Teachers, tutors & education support staff
• Doctors, nurses, ambulance crews & medical support staff (including mental health care staff)
• Those in higher education (students)
• Social & community outreach workers
• Police & prison officers (including police custody officers & community support police)
• Military detention specialists & RMP personnel
• The general public (open courses)
• Anyone who teaches/instructs personal security related subjects & wishes to further enhance their knowledge regarding defence against edged weapons & related items.

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Half Day Emergency Response

Duration

This ½ day course consists of theory and practical work.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 3 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 5 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 16 students
• No minimum age limit.  

Outline Syllabus

• Arriving at the scene of a first aid scenario/situation
• Casualty assessment (top-to-toe survey)
• A breathing unconscious casualty & recovery position
• An unconscious casualty not breathing
• Hygiene control.

Assessment Process

Informal assessment - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course.

Qualification

A certificate of attendance will be given to each student completing the course.

Relevant For

Anyone wishing to learn how to carry out critical life saving procedures.

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One Day Appointed Person

Duration

This 1 day course (6 hours) consists of theory and practical work.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 3 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 5 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 16 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.

Outline Syllabus

• Responsibilities & reporting
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unconscious casualty
• Resuscitation
• Heart Attacks
• Choking
• Control of bleeding
• Fractures
• Burns
• Shock.

Please note: The above listed are the core subjects for this course.  Upon request an extra I hour is available to cover particular subjects that are applicable for your company or organisation.

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback. 

Qualification

An approved HSE qualification will be awarded to successful students undertaking this course.  This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years.  Students will also receive a comprehensive emergency first aid handbook

Relevant for

Anyone who wishes to obtain a recognised first aid qualification.

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Four Day First Aid at Work (FAW) Course (HSE)

Duration

A minimum of 24 hours (4x 6 hour days or 3x 8 hour days).

Course Loading

• A minimum of 3 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 5 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 12 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.

Outline Syllabus

• Legalities, responsibilities & reporting
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unconscious casualty
• Resuscitation
• Heart attacks
• Choking
• Poisoning
• Control of bleeding
• Bandaging
• Fractures
• Burns
• Head Injuries
• Eye injuries
• Sprains
• Strains
• Shock.

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback.  Students will also receive a comprehensive First Aid at Work (FAW) handbook in advance of the course.

Qualification

An approved HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification will be awarded to successful students undertaking this course.  This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years.  A 2 day re-qualification course is available upon request.

Relevant for

Anyone who wishes to obtain an approved HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification.

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Two Day First Aid at Work (Refresher)

Duration

A minimum of 12 hours conducted over 2 days.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 3 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 5 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 12 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.  Students must have a valid First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification that has not lapsed.

Outline Syllabus

• Legalities, responsibilities & reporting
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unconscious casualty
• Resuscitation
• Heart attacks
• Choking
• Poisoning
• Control of bleeding
• Bandaging
• Fractures
• Burns
• Head Injuries
• Eye injuries
• Sprains
• Strains
• Shock.
  

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback.

Qualification

An approved HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification will be awarded to successful students undertaking this course.  This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years.

Relevant for

Anyone who wishes to renew their approved HSE First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification.

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One Day Appointed Person Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (Paediatric)

Duration

This 1 day course (7 hours) consists of theory and practical work.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 3 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 5 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location)
• A maximum of 16 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.

Please Note: This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.

Outline Syllabus

• Responsibilities & reporting
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unconscious casualty
• Resuscitation
• Heart attacks
• Choking
• Control of bleeding & shock
• Fractures
• Burns
• Head injuries.

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback.

Qualification

An approved HSE qualification will be awarded to successful students undertaking this course.  This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years.  Students will also receive a comprehensive paediatric first aid handbook.

Relevant for

Teachers, teaching assistants, child minders, playgroup and youth organisation personnel, crèche assistants, parents and carers of young children and babies.

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Two Day Appointed Person Emergency First Aid in the Workplace (Paediatric)

Duration

This 2 day course (12 hours) consists of theory and practical work.

Course Loading

• A minimum of 3 students: Colchester area
• A minimum of 5 students: Outside of the Colchester area (subject to location) 
• A maximum of 16 students
• Minimum age: 16 years & above.
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Please note:  This course is conducted in-house and therefore brings your training costs down.

Outline Syllabus

• Responsibilities & reporting
• Assessment of the situation
• Dealing with an unconscious casualty
• Resuscitation
• Heart attacks
• Choking
• Control of bleeding & shock
• Fractures
• Burns
• Head injuries
• Poisons
• Bites & stings
• Fainting
• Epilepsy
• Anaphylaxia
• Infantile convulsions
• Meningitis
• Diabetes.
  

Assessment Process

Each student will undertake a variety of assessments - the instructor will assess each student’s progress during the course and provide oral feedback. 

Qualification

An approved HSE qualification will be awarded to successful students undertaking this course.  This qualification is valid for a period of 3 years.  Students will also receive a comprehensive paediatric first aid handbook.

Please note:  This course meets the required standards as defined by OFSTEAD.

Relevant for

Teachers, teaching assistants, child minders, playgroup and youth organisation personnel, crèche assistants, parents and carers of young children and babies.

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