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Level 3 Award for Physical Intervention Trainers in the Private Security Industry (RQF)

The Level 3 Award for Physical Intervention Trainers in the Private Security Industry (RQF) has been developed to meet the requirements of tutors who work within the private security industry and need to deliver training in physical intervention skills. DS and CP

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Hands-On Security Training

Recognised Certification

Expert-Led Instruction

Entry Requirements

In order to complete this qualification candidates must: 

  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age 
  • Hold a suitable teaching / training qualification (or recognised equivalent) e.g.
    • Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF)
    • Level 3 or 4 Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTTLS / DTTLS)
    • Level 3 Award in the Delivery of Conflict Management (RQF)
    • Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) (RQF) (certificate must be valid for at least 12 months from the course start date).

Delivery and Assessment

  • 4 day course involving theory and practical exercises
  • Assessment is through multiple choice examinations, practical demonstration and portfolio of evidence.

Physical Intervention Trainers Pack:

Following successful completion of this qualification HZL will provide all attendees on the course with an HZL Level 2 Physical Intervention Trainers Pack to enable you to deliver the Level 2 modules (HZL contractual agreement applies). Trainers using the HZL System are required to attend an annual 1 day refresher training course to renew their HZL certificate and licence agreement.

Course Details

  • Cost:

    £510.00 + VAT (£612) per delegate.

  • Duration: 0800 – 1600 hours.
  • Physical intervention and the implications of their use
  • How to reduce the risk of harm when physical intervention skills are used 
  • Use non-aggressive physical intervention skills to protect yourself and others
  • Good practice to follow physical interventions
  • Assess the training environment to reduce risks in preparation for physical intervention training; and
  • Assess physical intervention skills.

Available Dates

20 July 2026 - 23 July 2026 - London Book Your Place

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