CNI Network, working with partner organisations, have developed a wide range of modules to help raise awareness of needs we may encounter within our work on the frontline. These modules will cover a variety of subjects which will help equip and resource local projects and those who volunteer as we seek to help those within the night-time economy. The modules are free of charge to download - they can be used within a group setting or by individual volunteers who want to develop personal skills to help as they serve. 
Acid / Chemical Attack

Taken from The Telegraph article:

NHS Choices say chemical burns require immediate medical attention at an A&E department. If you're helping someone else, they advise to put on appropriate protective clothing and then:
  • Remove any contaminated clothing on the person
  • If the chemical is dry, brush it off their skin
  • Use running water to remove any traces of the chemical from the burnt area
  • The most important first aid is to immediately wash affected body part of patient with plenty of fresh or saline water.
  • Don’t rinse the burn area with dirty water as it can cause severe infection.
  • Keep flushing the affected burn area with plenty of cool water,(not very cold) until the patient’s burning sensation starts fading. It may take 30-45 minutes.
  • Remove all the jewellery or clothing which had contact with acid.
  • Don’t apply any kind of cream, ointment on the affected area as it may slow the treatment procedure by doctors.
  • If possible, use sterilized gauze to loosely wrap the affected area. The gauze protects the skin from air, debris, dirt and contamination.
  • Rush the patient to a burn specialty hospital having isolated wards for burn patients.

Many health advice sites warn against using a hard spray of water on the affected area as it could possibly lead to more damage. “If possible, find out what chemical caused the burn and tell the healthcare professionals at A&E,”

First aid for burns - NHS Choices advice
  • Stop the burning process as soon as possible. This may mean removing the person from the area, dousing flames with water, or smothering flames with a blanket.
  • Remove any clothing or jewellery near the burnt area of skin.
  • However, don't try to remove anything that's stuck to the burnt skin as this could cause more damage.
  • Cool the burn with cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes, as soon as possible after the injury.
  • Cover the burn with cling film. Put the cling film in a layer over the burn, rather than wrapping it around a limb.
  • Treat the pain from a burn with paracetamol or ibuprofen.
  • Sit upright as much as possible if the face or eyes are burnt.
Alcohol and Safety Education Resource

A resource to be used to give young people the opportunity to explore alcohol and safety. Ideal for use in schools, youth groups, uniformed organisations, colleges or for parents, the pack includes activities, discussion points and practical illustrations. The pack is free to download and use.

Visit this page to download the resource

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Asylum Seekers and Refugees

The issue of Asylum Seekers and Refugees is constantly in the media. In our work within the night-time economy we may come across asylum seekers and refugees. This training resource - put together with help from Vicky Ledwidge, Centre Manager of St Augustine’s Centre, Halifax - will help you as you meet, connect with and seek to help asylum seekers and refugees in your community.

Download the PDF module
Anti Terrorism

CNI Network local projects serve on the front line of communities. This national guidance will help local projects become more vigilant in this area. It is widely recognised that communities defeat terrorism and this module will help make us more aware. 

Counter Terrorism Police on-line training course

Download the PDF Module

Crowded Places Security Advice

Terrorism First Aid (BBC Web Site)
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CitizenAid 

​Conflict Awareness

Ian from Street Angels Huddersfield is offering some self defence training:
  • Initial awareness and avoidance
  • Basic break away techniques when someone grabs your arm/wrist same side. i.e they grab your left arm with their right hand / grab your right arm with their left hand.
  • Escape from cross arm grab. Their right hand to your right arm . repeat for left side.
  • Depending on the confidence of the participants other escape/control techniques can be covered to include escape from shoulder grabs & hair grabs from the front and rear finishing with control techniques bringing the issue to a close including handing over to the police if necessary.
Contact paul@cninetwork.org.uk to be put in contact with Ian. All donations from this training will benefit CNI Network.
Below is Conflict Management training that Halifax Street Angels have developed for delivering training. These documents are a framework of what you should learn and the course is to be delivered by accredited trainers only. The courses should be certificated and meet national standards.
conflict_management.pptx
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​Domestic Abuse - The Power of Silence

A hard hitting video Written and performed by Airedale Academy sixth form students, this piece explores touching stories of domestic abuse - video link.

Drink Spiking:

​First Aid Awareness:

CNI Network has partnered with British Red Cross to offer our volunteers free first aid training around drug and alcohol misuse. For details see here. 

Below is First Aid Training that Halifax Street Angels have developed for delivering training. These documents are a framework of what you should learn and the course is to be delivered by accredited trainers only. The courses should be certificated and meet national standards.
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​Legal Highs

Just because a drug is legal, it doesn’t mean it’s safe. Produced quickly and without safety tests, you never know the risks you are taking. This training module explores the world of ‘legal’ highs…

Download the PDF module

Talk to Frank website

​LGBTQ Community

How are we to react when we meet someone who identifies as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Queer (LGBTQ)? Confused and distant, or compassionate and with love?

Regardless of our interpretation of the Scriptures we are called to love one another. We need to understand the language of the LGBTQ community and respect them.

Download the PDF module
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​Mental Health Awareness

Time for Change is a great website for information around mental health.

MIND have a page of information and support - see here. 

​HubofHope.co.uk is a postcode driven list of support agencies

Acting Out Productions use drama, based on real stories, forum theatre and other methods of audience interaction to bring the learning alive. We create an environment and vehicle in which delegates can debate, think creatively and achieve greater knowledge and insight into mental health issues. We aim to nurture a mindset where practical solutions and emotional intelligence can flourish. This group comes highly recommended. 
​​Mercy Training

Free eBooks on Addictions, Eating Disorders, Self Harm and Sexual Abuse from Mercy UK - see here
​River and Sea Sense:

A web site with information relating to river and sea safety including a Water Safety Map, and links to several organisations - www.riverandseasense.com

​​Road To Recovery:

Some video resources from John Edwards around freedom from addictions - see here.  

​The views expressed within these training modules are not necessarily the views of CNI Network. The modules are offered as a guide only to encourage thinking and debate and are not legally binding.