Do I need an SIA licence to attend?

An SIA licence (or proof of retail loss-prevention employment) is normally required, but contact us if you're booking for a private security role and we'll advise.

Is the qualification recognised by insurers?

Yes — our Handcuffing certificate is recognised by leading SIA-approved contractors and their insurers.

Are your SIA courses recognised by the Security Industry Authority?

Yes. Security Training London is an SIA Approved Centre delivering Ofqual-regulated qualifications via Highfield, Pearson and Industry Qualifications. Every certificate we issue is accepted by the SIA when applying for your front-line licence.

Do I need any qualifications before I book?

No prior qualifications are required. You must be 18 or over, hold valid photo ID (passport, driving licence or biometric residence permit) and have a basic understanding of English (around Level 1).

How quickly can I get on a course?

Courses start every week across our East London venues. If you book by Wednesday, we can usually get you on a course starting that weekend.

Can I pay in instalments?

Yes. You can secure your place with a small deposit and pay the balance on the first day of training, or split the fee across several payments — just ask when you book.

Do I need an SIA licence to attendin East Ham?

An SIA licence (or proof of retail loss-prevention employment) is normally required, but contact us if you're booking for a private security role and we'll advise.

Is the qualification recognised by insurersin East Ham?

Yes — our Handcuffing certificate is recognised by leading SIA-approved contractors and their insurers.

Are your SIA courses recognised by the Security Industry Authorityin East Ham?

Yes. Security Training London is an SIA Approved Centre delivering Ofqual-regulated qualifications via Highfield, Pearson and Industry Qualifications. Every certificate we issue is accepted by the SIA when applying for your front-line licence.

Do I need any qualifications before I bookin East Ham?

No prior qualifications are required. You must be 18 or over, hold valid photo ID (passport, driving licence or biometric residence permit) and have a basic understanding of English (around Level 1).

How quickly can I get on a coursein East Ham?

Courses start every week across our East London venues. If you book by Wednesday, we can usually get you on a course starting that weekend.

Handcuffing Course

Name: Handcuffing Course
Price: 120 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (812 reviews)

Practical 1-day handcuffing course for licensed security operatives.

Nationally recognised 1-day Handcuffing course for licensed security operatives, retail loss prevention and close protection.

1 Day Weekly start SIA Approved

All-inclusive price

£120

Practical handcuffing techniques
Use of force & the law
Certificate same day

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SIA Approved Centre
Ofqual Regulated
Highfield / Pearson
HSE-Recognised First Aid
Fire Marshal Certified
1,000+ Students Trained

About this course

Our 1-day Handcuffing course is designed for SIA-licensed door supervisors, retail loss-prevention officers, close protection operatives and asset protection staff who need to safely apply and remove handcuffs in line with current UK legislation. The course covers the legal use of force (Sections 3 of the Criminal Law Act and Section 117 PACE), risk assessment, application and removal techniques, and aftercare. All training is hands-on with rigid and chain-link handcuffs.

Who is this course for?

SIA Door Supervisors and Security Guards
Retail loss-prevention and store-detective teams
Close protection operatives
Cash-in-transit and asset-protection staff

What you'll learn

Legislation & Use of Force
Application & Removal Techniques
Risk Assessment & Aftercare

Detailed syllabus

Legislation & Use of Force

Common law, Criminal Law Act 1967 s.3, PACE s.117, reasonable force, citizen's powers of arrest and post-incident reporting.

Application & Removal Techniques

Compliant and resistant subject application, double-locking, transport positions and safe removal techniques.

Risk Assessment & Aftercare

Positional asphyxia awareness, medical aftercare, monitoring of restrained subjects and handover to police.

Assessment

Continuous practical assessment by your instructor plus a short knowledge check.

Resits: Re-attendance available at a reduced rate.

Career opportunities

Door Supervisor

Add handcuffing to your CV — increasingly required by high-risk venues and corporate clients.

Retail Loss Prevention

Major retailers expect loss-prevention staff to be handcuffing-trained.

Close Protection

An essential add-on for CP operatives working private security details.

Available at all our venues

Handcuffing in Ilford

IG1

Handcuffing in Barking

IG11

Handcuffing in Rainham

RM13

Handcuffing in East Ham

Handcuffing in Romford

RM1

Handcuffing in Dagenham

RM9 / RM10

Handcuffing in Stratford

E15

Eligibility requirements

Hold a current SIA licence (Door Supervisor / Security Guard / CCTV / CP) OR work in retail loss prevention
Aged 18 or over
Valid photo ID
Physically able to take part in practical handling drills

What our students say

"Booked on Wednesday, qualified by Sunday. The trainers actually work the doors so the advice was real-world, not textbook."

Daniel O.

CCTV Operator @ Newham Hospital Plaistow

"Best £400 I've spent — got my licence and walked into a £18/hr job at the London Stadium two weeks later."

Aisha R.

Event Steward · Stratford

"Small classes, modern venue, every assessment done on-site. Resits are genuinely free — they just put you on the next course."

Marek K.

Corporate Security · Canary Wharf

100% Risk-Free

Pass Guarantee or Your Money Back

Complete the Handcuffing course, attend every session and follow our trainer's guidance — if you don't pass, we'll refund your course fee in full. No small print, no quibbles.