Positive handling is a term used in British primary and special-needs education for physical restraint.
[5] Positive handling refers to a graduated approach that moves towards the control of extreme behaviour by adopting the least intrusive intervention for the shortest period of time to achieve the aim.
It is one of the most efficient method of training on how to control a disruptive pupil whilst protecting them, and remaining compliant with legislation.
[neutrality is disputed] Positive Handling is a statutory and mandatory training, in accordance to Section 2 and 3 of the Health and Safety at Work etc.
Increasingly, staff and managers have expressed the need to acknowledge existing understanding and experience due to raising violence in schools.