Ontario Use Of Force Training

Use Of Force And Handcuffing Online Certification Course

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Who Should Take Use of Force and Cooperative Handcuffing Training?

This specialized training is designed for professionals who regularly encounter high-risk situations, including:

  • Private Security Guards – including those working in retail loss prevention, mobile patrol, and static guarding.
  • Event Security Teams – such as those managing crowds at concerts, festivals, and sporting events.
  • Bar and Nightclub Staff – especially bouncers and doormen responsible for handling disruptive or intoxicated patrons.
  • Healthcare and Hospital Security Personnel – who must be prepared to manage volatile situations in high-stress environments.

Anyone working in environments where there is a potential for confrontation or physical intervention will greatly benefit from this comprehensive training.

Why Is Use of Force and Cooperative Handcuffing Training Important?

Understanding when and how to safely apply force is not just a skill — it's a legal and ethical obligation.
This course goes beyond the basics to equip security professionals with:

  • A solid understanding of Canadian use-of-force laws and regulations
  • Strategies for de-escalating tense situations
  • Practical handcuffing techniques that are safe, controlled, and legally defensible
  • Insight into the National Use of Force Model and the Public-Police Interactions Training Aid

The training combines theory with scenario-based learning, helping you apply knowledge in real-world situations. This experiential approach builds both confidence and competency, ensuring that your responses are both lawful and proportionate.

Ministry of Labour Recommendation:

If you work in a high-risk setting such as a nightclub, hospital, or public-facing venue, the Ontario Ministry of Labour recommends annual refresher training in Use of Force as a best practice to maintain readiness and reduce liability.

What You Will Learn in This Course

This 12-hour online Use of Force and Cooperative Handcuffing course includes:

  • Legal Framework: Understand the Criminal Code of Canada as it pertains to use of force and citizen’s arrest.
  • Ethical Decision-Making: Explore ethical frameworks for applying force in volatile scenarios.
  • National Use of Force Model (NUFM): Learn how to apply the NUFM to assess threats and determine appropriate responses.
  • Handcuffing Techniques: Master cooperative handcuffing procedures that prioritize safety for both the subject and the officer.
  • De-Escalation Skills: Learn verbal and non-verbal strategies to defuse conflict before force becomes necessary.
  • Scenario-Based Practice: Engage in realistic simulations that test your knowledge, reaction time, and judgment.

The curriculum includes interactive modules, case studies, quizzes, and knowledge checks to ensure deep learning and retention.

Certification and Recertification

Upon successful completion, you will receive a digital Certificate of Completion valid for one (1) year. Regular training updates are crucial to maintaining legal compliance and operational effectiveness.

Recertification Made Easy:
Returning students can register for our Use of Force Recertification Course at a discounted rate to refresh and refine their skills annually.

Enroll Today and Enhance Your Professional Readiness

Whether you're working in private security, hospitality, healthcare, or event management, proper training in Use of Force and Handcuffing is critical for protecting yourself, the public, and your organization from unnecessary risks.

Click the Register button above see the full course outline and get started today.

Course Access Time

You will have full access to this course for 1 year from the date of registration.

Step 1

Complete the training course

Step 2

Pass the online exam

Step 3

Receive accreditation certificate

Everything You Need

  • 9 lessons with video and text.
  • Quizzes to ensure understanding of the material
  • Available 24/7/365
  • 1 year to complete the course
  • Support is available if you have questions or need help.
  • Available on all internet-connected devices – desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile phone using Windows/Mac/iOS/Android
  • Online Exam

All of the above for a one-time payment:

$169
Instant Access
  • Persons looking to get Academic Cooperative Handcuffing and Use of Force certification
  • Anyone working or seeking employment in any kind of law enforcement will benefit from this training
  • Individuals who would like to advance their skills and job opportunities

Topics for the online use of force and handuffing course is a follows:

  • Introduction to Use of Force and Ethical Considerations
  • Communication Skills for Conflict Management
  • Personal Safety and Situational Awareness
  • Legal Authorities and Considerations
  • Canada's Criminal and Civil Court Systems
  • Company Policy and Decision Making
  • National Use of Force Model
  • Ontario Public – Police Interactions Training Aid
  • Course Review and Online Exam

This Use of Force online course focuses on providing a foundation in:

  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Legal studies
  • Personal safety

Students who successfully complete the online course and final exam are eligible to receive a printable accreditation certificate.

Is this a certification course in Use of Force Theory and Passive Handcuffing and Search?

Yes. The resume and credentials of the Subject Matter Expert who wrote this course has the requisite credentials.

How can Use of Force Theory and Passive Handcuffing be taught purely online?

Theory is all academic. It is taught online in the same way as your basic Guard Course likely was, and/or in the same way as most Colleges and Universities today.

When it comes to mastering physical skills like handcuffing and conducting searches, it's a common misconception that most people learn best through purely kinesthetic, or hands-on, methods. In reality, the proportion of individuals who are strictly kinesthetic learners is quite small. Interestingly, some of these learners are often misidentified as having conditions like ADD or ADHD due to their preference for physical engagement.

While hands-on learning with real-time feedback is valuable, it’s just one part of a broader learning spectrum. Most learners benefit from a blended approach that includes reading instructional materials, watching demonstration videos, mirroring techniques, engaging in interactive discussions, and practicing skills independently.

Thanks to advancements in online education, these blended learning experiences can now be effectively delivered through virtual training platforms. This makes it possible for learners to acquire, refine, and reinforce physical security skills like handcuffing and searching in a structured and accessible online format.

Whether you're pursuing certification in use of force, security guard training, or cooperative handcuffing, modern e-learning tools ensure that diverse learning styles are supported—leading to better retention, practical confidence, and safer outcomes on the job.

Isn't there a Provincial standard for use of force and handcuffing for security guards?

In Canada, only the province of British Columbia has a mandatory handcuffing certification standard. All the others do not. Police and related professions sometimes have standards built into their legislation, but it does not apply to civilian security guards.

Given that there are two different types of handcuffing methods, active and passive, plus a large number of other defensive tactics skills, what specifically is taught in this course and why?

Legal Foundations and Judgement in Use of Force Training
Our training program provides a solid foundation in the legal principles surrounding the use of force by non-police personnel. Participants are taught how to articulate incidents clearly and make sound, legally defensible decisions in high-pressure situations. A critical component of the course is understanding when, where, and why force may be justified under the law—knowledge that is essential for anyone working in private security, loss prevention, or similar fields.

Control Techniques Without Pain Compliance
The course includes step-by-step instruction on basic disengagement and control techniques as a precursor to more advanced tactics. However, it’s important to note that this program does not teach any hard empty-hand techniques, such as strikes or pressure-point tactics. Inflicting pain is not an effective or ethical method for managing aggressive or violent behavior, nor does it provide consistent or reliable control.

Why We Avoid Pain-Based Tactics
Pain compliance techniques are often ineffective, especially when dealing with highly agitated or intoxicated individuals. Worse, they can escalate confrontations unnecessarily. In today’s digital age, where incidents are frequently recorded and shared on social media, resorting to aggressive tactics like punching or kicking can significantly damage your credibility—particularly as a non-police professional. Our approach emphasizes professionalism, de-escalation, and accountability, aligning with public expectations and modern best practices in the security industry.

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