{"id":25164,"date":"2024-11-02T19:52:08","date_gmt":"2024-11-02T19:52:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yoursafety.training\/formations\/safety-tips\/physical-assault-protection-guide\/"},"modified":"2025-08-24T12:57:18","modified_gmt":"2025-08-24T12:57:18","slug":"physical-assault-protection-guide","status":"publish","type":"formations","link":"https:\/\/yoursafety.training\/en\/training-courses\/safety-tips\/physical-assault-protection-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to protection in the event of physical aggression"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional defense and safety protocol  <\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A structured approach <a href=\"https:\/\/yoursafety.training\/en\/training-courses\/physical-conflict-management\/\" title=\"Physical conflict management\">to dealing with physical aggression<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f PRIORITY PROTECTION<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Body protection<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Protect your head first<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms in protection, close to your body<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain <strong>a stable posture<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect your vital organs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay mobile and flexible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Safety distances<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Critical zone: 0-1m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Danger zone: 1-2m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warning zone: 2-3m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surveillance zone: 3m+.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evacuation zone: 5m+.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Please note: <\/strong>hand-to-hand techniques, whatever their names, allow you to regain an advantage in the critical 0-1m distance. The attacker develops less power, while you become more &#8220;incisive&#8221;. <\/em><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a1 GRADUATED RESPONSES TO PHYSICAL AGGRESSION<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Level 1: De-escalation<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a step back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visible hands (both) for protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give simple commands (&#8220;Stop!&#8221;, &#8220;Back off!&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find an escape route<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alert your family and friends by voice<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Level 2: Active protection<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Position yourself diagonally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adopt a neutral guard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use available obstacles, furniture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your distance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get ready to move<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Level 3: Legal response<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only in case of imminent danger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proportional to the attack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop as soon as possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document actions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always opt for escape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfc3 EVACUATION TECHNIQUES<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tactical moves<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never turn your back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move sideways<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scan the environment (watch out for the tunnel effect)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify exits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay away from the danger zones<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points to watch<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Blind corners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doors closed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Congested areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slippery surfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udea8 ALARM PROCEDURE IN THE EVENT OF PHYSICAL AGGRESSION<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Voice alerts<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&#8220;Help!&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Safety!&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Call the police!&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specify the type of aggression<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical resources<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Panic button<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency telephone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geosecure.fr\/dispositif-dati\/badge-pti\/\" title=\"\">PTI badge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Audible alarm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated smartphone application<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfaf SENSITIVE AREAS TO PROTECT<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vital priorities<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Head\/neck\/femoral arteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solar plexus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Genitalia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spinal column<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major joints<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specific protection<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use forearms as a shield<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chin tuck (chin-chest)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly bend the knees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep elbows close to the body  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protecting the back of the neck<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd04 POST-AGGRESSION MANAGEMENT<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immediate action<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be safe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alert emergency services if necessary for you and\/or the aggressor)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Note the description of the attacker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preserve evidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify witnesses<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical follow-up<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have the injuries recorded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request a medical certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photograph the tracks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the instructions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcf1 EMERGENCY NUMBERS<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency services<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Police: 17<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fire department: 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SAMU: 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EU emergencies: 112<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internal number: [to be completed]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internal contacts<\/h4>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Security guard: [number]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security manager: [number]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direction: [number]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical department: [number]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety contact: [number]<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 DAILY CHECKLIST<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparation<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check your alarm equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test the means of communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Locate\/release exits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify refuge areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Memorize emergency numbers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vigilance<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Watch for suspicious behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep access roads clear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep equipment accessible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep in touch with colleagues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report any anomalies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a0\ufe0f KEY POINTS<\/h3>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Escape takes precedence over confrontation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect yourself first<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alert as soon as possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect the law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document the incident<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcdd INCIDENT REPORT<\/h3>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to note<\/h4>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Precise date and time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exact location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Description of attacker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Course of events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actions taken<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Witnesses present<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immediate consequences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" 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