Highfield International Level 02 Award In Security Guarding, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Highfield International Level 02 Award In Security Guarding, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
S.A.L.T. is an expert-led training initiative from Black Onyx Academy, designed to combat knife crime and save lives.
Operating from our HQ in Stoke-on-Trent, our team of qualified instructors delivers in-person, onsite training for community-led organisations, schools, academies, colleges and universities across England and Wales.
This one-day, certified course gives you and your colleagues the practical tools and equipment to identify potential risks, implement preventive strategies, and respond safely and effectively to knife-related incidents.
Alongside this, we are working with communities to collate insights and data from across the UK. This will help shape future prevention efforts and contribute to our community impact reports.
“There were 55,000+ offences involving a knife or sharp instrument in England and Wales in the year ending September 2024.”
In the year ending September 2024, there were more than 55,000 offences involving a knife or sharp instrument in England and Wales (excluding Greater Manchester). The Department for Education issues guidance on measures for tackling knife crime in schools, and all education settings have a duty to ensure the safety of their students and staff.
Designed to provide the knowledge and skills to create safer environments, this training is designed for anyone who holds a position of responsibility for young adults & children including:
“We believe business should be a force for good. Through the S.A.L.T. project, sponsorship is invested in local initiatives and grassroots partners that help make communities safer. You may nominate the beneficiary, or Black Onyx will allocate funds to priority areas identified by evidence of need.”
Delivered through expert-led workshops and hands-on sessions, S.A.L.T. offers a practical, proactive approach to identifying safeguarding risks, preventing incidents, and managing emergencies.
Participants will leave the course with:
Comprehensive training in emergency assessment and response techniques within educational settings.
Practical strategies for identifying risks and preventing incidents whilst creating a safe and effective learning environment.
Clear knowledge of knife crime legislation and the reporting and safeguarding obligations of educational institutions.
Developed through practical exercises based on realistic scenarios.
Think S.A.L.T. could help your team?
S.A.L.T. training is delivered onsite at your school or college, enabling participants to practice these vital skills in a familiar environment. Our experienced instructors are well-versed in the unique challenges of educational settings and bring extensive expertise in critical situation management.
Yes. Before we can deliver a S.A.L.T. workshop at your premises, we will need to conduct a site visit and record a video of the proposed location.
M_001: Understanding Knife Crime:
Focuses on the types, warning signs and impacts of knife crime in schools. Participants learn to recognise risk factors and critical intervention points.
M_002: Law and Legislation
Covers the legal responsibilities of educational institutions, including the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 and Criminal Justice Act 1988, with a focus on safeguarding obligations.
M_003: Situational Awareness
Teaches participants to observe and assess their surroundings effectively, enabling them to anticipate and mitigate potential threats.
M_004: Conflict Management
Provides scenario-based training on de-escalation techniques, maintaining professional boundaries, and managing confrontations safely.
M_005: Knife Crime Statistics and Trends
Offers analysis of current patterns, enabling participants to assess risks and implement evidence-based prevention strategies.
M_006: Emergency First Aid and Catastrophic Bleeding Workshop
Practical training to address life-threatening injuries, ensuring participants can administer immediate care and manage the wider student body during emergencies.
Yes. In addition to educators, S.A.L.T. workshops offer life-saving expertise that is applicable to community leaders, emergency responders, retail workers and business owners, delivering the knowledge they need to handle real-world situations safely and effectively
Get in touch with Black Onyx Academy. Our team is ready to assist with your questions and discuss how we can support your organisation’s needs.
