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Emergency Services / Fire

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Workplace violence is increasing around the country and emergency service providers are on the front line of the conflict. Findings from a study conducted at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine indicate that violent situations occur in about 5% of all EMS calls. In another study conducted at Loma Linda Medical Center in California found that 61% of EMS providers have been assaulted on the job.




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The ESCAPE courses are designed specifically for emergency services / fire professionals focusing on how to handle aggressive patients. The courses focus on controlling violent behavior by applying minimal use of force to protect the individual and avoid litigation. There are four key principles that are taught in the hands on training classes: skeletal locking, blending/connection, posture/presence and grounding.




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The ESCAPE courses begin with awareness, avoidance and de-escalation and progress through controlling techniques and post conflict resolution. They can be taken separately or in a series of units depending on need.





  • ESCAPE 101 - Pre-Conflict

    • 2 hour classroom format
    • pre-requisites: NONE
    The course deals with the pre-conflict stage of a situation before any physical conflict takes place. Emphasis is placed on awareness training, avoiding physical conflict and verbally defusing a situation before physical violence erupts.

  • ESCAPE 201 - Conflict

    • 2 hours hands-on training
    • pre-requisites: NONE
    The course deals with body positioning and escapes/releases. Participants will learn how to move the body and protect themselves. They will also learn how to "break free" from a hold or grab and how to deal with a strike.

  • ESCAPE 301 - Conflict - Controlling Techniques

    • 2 hour hands-on training
    • pre-requisites: ESACPE 201
    The course covers basic controlling techniques that can be used by emergency service professionals to protect themselves and the patients.

  • ESCAPE 401 - Post Conflict

    • 2 hour classroom format
    • pre-requisites: NONE
    The course covers dealing with the aftermath of a violent experience. Participants will learn how to handle the resulting consequences of a violent encounter.

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