Proper Training in the Use of Handcuffs
is Vital to Officers

Handcuffs are among the most often used tool by law enforcement & security officers, yet training is severely lacking. Studies show that over 67% of resistance by subjects occurs after the first handcuff has been applied.  All too often the result is injury and/or death to either the officer or subject.

This course also has been used extensively by the “Loss Prevention” Industry by officers who, in the course and scope of their employment, are confronted by the need to be properly trained in handcuffing procedures.  For liability reasons, an officer who has been training in the proper handcuffing and then is forced to make an arrest always looks better before the court than an officer who has affected the arrest and was never trained to properly apply the cuffs.

PATH® Handcuffing Certification Course

This four (4) hour certification course is the most complete and innovative handcuffing course in the country.  The techniques presented are practical and effective.  Topics to be covered include the safest approach and positioning for handcuffing, handcuffing resistive subjects, removing handcuffs, and the use of various types of cuffs, among others.

Upon successful completion of the testing criteria, students will be certified in the proper application of handcuffs and will receive a pocket card documenting their certification.

Course Topics 

Benifits of Hands-On Training Course 

• Reduced Injury to Officers and Subjects
• Reduced Exposure to Civil Liability
• Reduced Workers' Compensation Payments
• Increased Performance, Efficiency & Speed When Applying Handcuffs
• Increased Confidence & Morale
• Increased Safety

Required Equipment

·        Handcuffs

·        Handcuff Case

·        Handcuff Key

·        Duty Belt Suggested, But Not Necessary

·        Clothes Appropriate To 'Physical' Training