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Defensive Tactics (PPCT) WITH BATON: May 9-13, 2026. Sat-Wed
Sat, May 09
|Tip Of Spear Inc
This course teaches the dynamics of arrest and control, with handcuffing and baton. Includes certification and recertification options.
Time & Location
May 09, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – May 13, 2026, 5:00 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. Each day starts at 9am and ends at 5pm:
1. Handcuffing certification - Saturday to Sunday
2. Handcuffing recertification - Sunday
3. Handcuffing & Baton certification - Saturday to Wednesday
4. Handcuffing & Baton recertification - Monday to Wednesday