To have approval to use a baton, it is a requirement from Alberta Justice and Solicitor General to take the full 40 hour approved training program, and have the additional qualification on your Security Services license. To use a baton for your specific job, you MUST have approval from your current employer. For full instructions on how to apply and recertify for the baton qualification on your licence,.
CERTIFICATION
Duration: 40 hour course over 5 days, Saturday to WednesdayTuition: $449 + GST
Certification: Issued by HFRG, valid for 1 year. Recertification is required annually. Recertification for licensing with the government is 3 years.
This course covers:
- Use of Force Human Factors
- Control Principles
- Tactical Handcuffing
- Escort Position and Joint Lock Control
- Pressure Point Control Tactics
- Defensive Counters trikes
- Shoulder Pin Restraint System
- Impact Weapon / Collapsible Baton System
- Weapon Retention and Disarming
Upon completion of this program, the student should be competent in all physical training techniques and have a working knowledge of use of force, the impacts of stress on the body and mind-set required to be successful working in protective services. The certificate issued for successfully attending this course is valid for a one year period from the last day of the course.
Requirements: A current Peace Officer Appointment, Military, Security License OR employed with AGLC qualified (ie. Casino/Bar) required and must be shown to the instructor at the beginning of class.
RE-CERTIFICATION
Duration: 24 hour course over 3 days, Monday to WednesdayTuition: $259 + GST
Certification: Issued by HFRG, valid for 1 year. Recertification of this course is required annually, and proof of training in the previous 12 months will be required. Recertification for licensing with the government is 3 years.*
*If you have let your training lapse in the past 3 years, you will need to take the full certification training again. For more information, readThis recertification allows students the opportunity to review their PPCT Course Studies. Arrest and control skills are like any other perishable skill. They must be kept in the short term memory to be effective. We work through the program reviewing and polishing skills to ensure that you are confident again on their application. Many agencies do not offer the opportunity to refresh yourself on these skills. Tip of Spear recognizes this and wants you to have the ability to stay current with your certification.
Requirements: You will need to supply the instructor with proof of your current PPCT Certification from Tip of Spear at the beginning of class. Exceptions on previous trainers will be considered on a case by case basis. Please email us to ask about your previous training and provider to see if it qualifies. A current Peace Officer Appointment, Military, Security License OR employed with AGLC qualified (ie. Casino/Bar) required and must be shown to the instructor at the beginning of class.
CONTROL CONCEPTS CANADA 