Programme 02 ยท Frontline

Calm under pressure, safe on shift.

The Frontline Staff Safety & Conflict Programme is practical conflict management and personal safety training for teams who face the public. Dealing with people at their best, and sometimes at their worst, takes skill. Your team deserves the confidence to respond safely.

The programme

Built for real situations

The focus isn't on teaching people to fight. It's about recognising danger early, preventing situations from escalating, and protecting themselves, colleagues and the public when necessary.

Curriculum

What your team will learn

Every technique is designed to be simple, practical, and easy to remember, regardless of age, size, strength, or previous experience.

Recognise Warning Signs

Spot the early signs of conflict and aggression before they escalate.

De-escalation Through Communication

Use effective communication to defuse difficult situations calmly.

Positioning, Space & Exits

Stay aware under pressure, keep a safe distance and always know your way out.

Break Free & Create Distance

Simple techniques to break away from grabs and holds, then escape safely if a confrontation turns physical.

Working Together as a Team

Coordinate effectively with colleagues during an incident.

Legal & Practical Considerations

Understand reasonable force in self-defence, and what to do after an incident.

Who it's for

Any team that faces the public

Hospitality & venues

Healthcare & clinics

Care & support work

Security teams

Reception & front desk

Customer-facing retail

Hospitality edition

Serve with Confidence

A specialist version of the Frontline programme, designed specifically for pub, bar, restaurant and hospitality staff.

Working behind a bar or on a venue floor means refusing service, handling intoxicated customers and managing closing time. Serve with Confidence builds every scenario around exactly those moments.

Pubs

Bars

Restaurants

Hotels

Nightclubs

Event venues

Why it matters

Benefits for your business

Investing in staff safety helps create a more confident workforce, improves customer service during difficult situations, and contributes to a safer environment for employees and customers alike.

By giving your team the tools to manage conflict calmly and professionally, you're not only protecting your people, you're protecting your business and reputation.

Whether you're training new starters or developing an experienced team, the Frontline programme provides practical, realistic skills that can make a real difference when they're needed most.

Delivery

Three packages to fit your rota

2-hour session

2 hours

A focused introduction to awareness, de-escalation and breakaway skills. Ideal for inductions and busy teams.

Half-day workshop

Half day

The core programme: awareness, de-escalation and hands-on breakaway skills.

Full-day programme

Full day

In-depth training with scenarios built around your own venue or setting.

Every package is delivered on-site at your premises, in groups of up to 20, and adapted to your sector and the situations your team faces.

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Ready to improve your team's confidence and safety?

Get in touch to discuss a tailored session for your venue, ward, reception or shop floor.