Teach Secondary - Issue 14.6

THAT’S NOT... A bold, honest, and eye-opening book that challenges outdated physical intervention This powerful, illustrated book invites readers to reeect on real-world scenarios with fresh eyes. Rooted in lived experience and professional insight, it uses humour and simplicity to expose poor practice and spark meaningful conversations in training, education, and care settings. Whether you're a frontline practitioner, trainer, or leader, this book encourages critical thinking, challenges the status quo, and promotes safer, trauma-informed approaches. Now paired with our updated, CPD accredited online course; This IS Safer-handling- a guide to understanding reasonable force & reducing incidents in your workplace. This book serves as the perfect companion for anyone working with children ot vulnerable people, helping staff apply the lessons from each page directly in their reducing restrictive practices plans. Written by... Doug Melia Available soon on Amazon UPDATED FOR 2025 /2026