The PMAB Protection course builds on the communication strategies by adding hands-on training in personal protection techniques. These techniques are designed to ensure staff safety in situations where physical aggression cannot be de-escalated. The course emphasizes safety, minimizing harm, and using protective interventions as a last resort.

PMAB Protection is required for all HOTBHN employees who interact directly with consumers.* Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a PMAB Training Record via DocuSign. This document must be digitally signed, downloaded, and uploaded to the PMAB Protection and Paperwork Upload assignment in Relias.

This in-person, one-hour course involves active training on personal protection techniques, including live demonstration of the PMAB skills by each of the participants for the instructor. If you believe you may require accommodations due to physical limitations or other needs, please contact the instructor in advance to discuss.

Check your Course Assignments in Relias to confirm your training due date and ensure you register for the appropriate course!

*Neither PMAB module is offered to Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program staff.