Physical Intervention Training Specialists
Welcome to Safer Handling, equipping you and your staff with the knowledge and tools to safely and effectively manage challenging behaviour.
Bespoke Courses for All Sectors
We specialise in bespoke strategies to manage the behaviours of children, young people, or vulnerable adults. Our courses are delivered face-to-face or via our online portal.
A Train the Trainer Award is also available.
Education and Children's Service
Care Sector, NHS & PMVA/PBS
All other sectors, including security, police, prisons and secure transport
Safety Equipment
We provide ethical, rigorously tested restraint solutions, alongside expert training and consultancy.
Soft Restraint Kit
The Soft Restraint kit includes, cuffs, belts, a Safe Holding System® and accessories. Lightweight, ergonomic, and simple to use, it offers a more humane alternative to traditional, intrusive restraint methods - without compromising on strength or effectiveness.
The Safety Cuffs
A bespoke evolution of our widely used Soft Restraint Cuff, the Safety Cuff® is designed as a safer alternative to prolonged physical restraint.
SEELS
Safer Emergency Enveloping Lifting Sling
SEELS is a specialist lifting solution designed to safely move and carry individuals between locations. Ideal for emergency evacuations - such as moving someone away from immediate danger - it also supports safer transport when Soft Restraint Belts are in use.
Why Choose us?
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Over 20 years' experience
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Accredited training
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Sector-experienced trainers
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Focus on restraint reduction.
Doug Melia – Director & Lead Specialist
Director of Safer Handling, Doug Melia, is ​an accredited trainer, consultant, and speaker.
He specialises in use of force, safer handling strategies, and restraint.
He is also a registered expert witness, auditor, risk assessor, and specialist member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (SIIRSM). Safer Handling is a licensed centre of the National Federation of Personal Safety.
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Additional services Doug offers include:
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Consultancy
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Speaking engagements
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Policy audits
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Expert witness services