Positional asphyxia is one of the most significant risks associated with physical intervention and restraint. Anyone responsible for managing conflict or using restraint techniques has a legal and ethical duty to understand how body positioning can affect breathing and circulation, recognise the warning signs of medical distress, and take appropriate action to reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
AMP Training’s Positional Asphyxia Awareness Refresher course has been developed for professionals who may encounter situations requiring physical intervention. The course reinforces current UK guidance, refreshes existing knowledge, and promotes safer working practices for both staff and those in their care.
Whether you work in the private security industry, healthcare, education, residential care, local authorities or another role involving physical intervention, this refresher training helps ensure your knowledge remains current and your skills remain effective.
Positional asphyxia occurs when a person’s body position restricts their ability to breathe effectively. It can develop rapidly during or after physical restraint and, if not recognised immediately, may result in serious medical complications or death.
Understanding the risks associated with restraint is essential for anyone involved in managing conflict or challenging behaviour. Good communication, effective teamwork, continuous observation and early recognition of distress are all critical factors in reducing the likelihood of restraint-related injuries.
This refresher course focuses on prevention, safe practice and recognising when immediate action is required.
This course is suitable for professionals including:
Throughout the course you will refresh your understanding of:
By completing this refresher course you will:
✔ Refresh essential knowledge of positional asphyxia risks
✔ Improve confidence when managing physical intervention situations
✔ Understand current good practice and professional expectations
✔ Help protect colleagues and members of the public
✔ Support organisational compliance with workplace policies
✔ Demonstrate continuing professional development
AMP Training is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging and practical training that prepares learners for real-world situations.
When you train with us you benefit from:
Our aim is not simply to issue certificates but to provide training that improves confidence, competence and workplace safety.
Many organisations have a responsibility to ensure employees receive regular refresher training in physical intervention awareness.
We regularly deliver Positional Asphyxia Awareness Refresher training for:
Training can be delivered at your premises or at our Lincolnshire training centre.
Keeping your knowledge current helps protect your colleagues, the people you work with and your organisation.
Whether you require individual refresher training or wish to arrange a course for your entire team, AMP Training provides professional instruction, experienced trainers and flexible delivery options to meet your needs.
Contact AMP Training today to discuss your requirements or book your next Positional Asphyxia Awareness Refresher course.
