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Defensive Tactics (PPCT) WITH BATON: February 21-25, 2026. Sat-Wed
Sat, Feb 21
|Tip Of Spear Inc
This course teaches the dynamics of arrest and control, with handcuffing and baton. Includes certification and recertification options.
Time & Location
Feb 21, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – Feb 25, 2026, 4:30 p.m.
Tip Of Spear Inc, 11217 149 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 1W6, Canada
About the event
The Defensive Tactics course from Human Factors Research Group (HFRG) (formerly known as Pressure Point Control Tactics, or PPCT) is required by most employers before staff is permitted to handle handcuffs, and teaches the mechanics of arrest and control. It is a requirement from the Alberta Solicitor General to take the full 40 hour program to carry a baton.
There are 4 options for this course:
1. Handcuffing certification - Saturday to Sunday
2. Handcuffing recertification - Sunday
3. Handcuffing & Baton certification - Saturday to Wednesday
4. Handcuffing & Baton recertification - Monday to Wednesday