Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Lone Worker Training in Harlow
We are a leading provider of Lone Worker, Personal Safety, and Breakaway Training in the United Kingdom, with over three decades of experience. Established in 1992, our company has delivered specialist seminars to individuals, businesses, government bodies, and healthcare organisations, ensuring staff are equipped to handle physical and verbal confrontations. Our training programmes are tailored to client needs, focusing on disengagement principles, duty of care, and risk mitigation.Accredited by CPD and staffed by DBS-checked trainers with extensive industry experience, we prioritise practical, memorable techniques that align with legal and health and safety requirements. Our clients include NHS trusts, educational institutions, and housing associations, all benefiting from our commitment to reducing workplace violence and enhancing staff confidence.
Services
Lone Worker Training
Breakaway Training
Personal Safety Seminars
Self Defence Courses
Anti-Bullying Training
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in Lone Worker and Personal Safety Training.
- Our trainers are DBS-checked and hold BTEC Level 3 Self Defence qualifications.
- Tailored seminars address specific organisational risks and job profiles.
- Techniques focus on non-interventional disengagement principles for safety.
- All courses comply with HSE legislation and Continuing Professional Development standards.
Associations and certifications
- CPD
- DBS (CRB)
What people say
Fantastic training
Excellent instructor
Increased confidence
Practical techniques
Informative
Services
Lone Worker Training
Our Lone Worker Training equips staff with skills to identify and mitigate risks in uncontrolled environments. Designed for healthcare workers, social workers, and transport staff, the programme covers risk assessment, conflict de-escalation, and legal compliance. Delegates learn practical strategies to ensure personal safety while maintaining duty of care to service users.
Breakaway Training
Breakaway Training teaches non-interventional methods to escape physical restraint without causing harm. Ideal for educators and care workers, the course focuses on disengagement principles rather than self-defence, ensuring staff can safely extricate themselves from aggressive situations while preserving professional relationships with service users.
Self Defence Courses
Self Defence Seminars provide practical techniques to avoid or counter physical attacks. Participants learn wrist escapes, body mechanics, and situational awareness, with modules for individuals and groups. The training, led by BTEC-qualified instructors, prioritises real-world applicability and legal boundaries of self-defence.
Anti-Bullying Training
Anti-Bullying Seminars address verbal, physical, and cyberbullying in workplaces and schools. The curriculum includes identifying bullying behaviours, legal implications, and strategies to foster anti-bullying cultures. Designed for HR professionals and educators, the course reduces absenteeism and improves organisational integrity.
Personal Safety Training
Personal Safety Training covers prevention and response to aggressive encounters. Tailored for retail staff, security personnel, and lone workers, the programme includes conflict resolution, assertiveness techniques, and travel safety. Emphasis is placed on psychological preparedness and legal compliance to reduce workplace violence.
People
Earl Walker
Head Trainer
Earl Walker founded Personal Safety Training in 1992 and has over 35 years of experience in conflict resolution and self-defence. A BTEC Level 3 Qualified Self Defence Trainer and 5th Dan Ju Jitsu Black Belt, he has trained thousands of professionals across healthcare, education, and security sectors.
Questions
What services does Personal-Safety-Training offer?
We provide Lone Worker Training, Breakaway Training, Self Defence Seminars, and Anti-Bullying Training tailored to organisational needs.
Who benefits from your training programmes?
Healthcare workers, educators, transport staff, retail employees, and professionals working in high-risk environments benefit most from our courses.
Are your courses accredited?
All courses are CPD-approved, and our trainers hold DBS checks and industry-specific qualifications like BTEC Level 3 Self Defence.
How long do training sessions last?
Standard seminars run for one full day, with optional half-day modules for specific topics like cyberbullying or travel safety.
Can training be customised for our organisation?
Yes, we design bespoke seminars based on your sector, staff roles, and risk assessments to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
