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Supporting UK Police Forces with Trusted Safety Solutions

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Trusted partner to UK Law enforcement for over 55 years.

Providing essential training and safety equipment tailored to the unique demands of police work.

From pursuing suspects at speed to working at height during search and rescue operations, our innovative equipment and specialist training courses help officers stay safe and in control - whatever the situation.

Specialist Training & Expertise

A range of dedicated height safety training courses for Police and our Load Security Awareness Training for Traffic Officers.

Innovative Equipment

Vehicle Rescue & Recovery Kit – Fast, Safe Roadside Towing - our latest innovation to quickly recover stranded vehicles from live lanes — safely and efficiently.

Stinger Spike System

Stinger Spike System exclusive to SpanSet in the UK. Our support includes supply, maintenance advice, and replacement spikes and parts.

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Next Date!

Thursday 3rd September 2026 | SpanSet Training Centre, Middlewich, Cheshire

SpanSet Stinger Input & Development Day

Next Date - Thursday 3rd September - The SpanSet Stinger Development Day is designed for existing members of the Driver Training Unit responsible for the deployment of the Stinger spike system. The day is designed to enhance officers' existing knowledge, understanding & practical skills prior to, during, and post deployment of the Stinger Spike System. The scope of the day includes the UK approach & procedures for the deployment of the Stinger Spike System, the device requirements of use, care and maintenance. Officers will participate in live stings on public roads in collaboration with a local force.

Specialist Training & Expertise

Height Safety Training for Police

Confidence When It Counts – Work at Height Training for Police

Working at height in police operations—whether in search, surveillance, or emergency response—demands more than equipment. It takes real-world knowledge and hands-on experience to act confidently under pressure.

At SpanSet, we deliver dedicated height safety training tailored to the operational needs of police officers and specialist teams. Delivered at our own training centre, officers gain classroom instruction backed up by practical exercises on how to use harnesses, lanyards, and fall arrest systems safely and effectively.

Dedicated height safety Training Courses for Police

Police - Introduction to Work at Height

Theory foundation course for Police Officers involved in Work at Height using Personal Fall Protection Equipment.

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Police - Height Safety for Operations on Rooftops, Structures and Steep Ground

Practical height safety training for Police Officers working around unprotected edges, on steep ground or slightly angled rooftops.

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Police - Practical Training for Operations at Height - Safe Access, Egress, Rescue

Training course providing the practical skills and knowledge for Police Officers to safely access a range of structures.

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Police - Rescue & Recovery for Officers Operating at Height

Practical training for Police Officers to carry out rescue from height using a pre-selected rescue kit.

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Police - SARA Search and Rope Access

A 5 day training course for Police Officers who are required to use Rope Access techniques for search purposes.

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Police - SARA Search and Rope Access Supervisor

For Police Officers who are responsible for supervising Rope Access Search Teams

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Load Security Awareness for Traffic Officers

Helping Police Identify Dangerous Loads on the Road

Unsecured cargo can be deadly, yet many Traffic Officers receive no formal training in how to spot unsafe loads. (In fact, many drivers have not received formal load restraint training themselves. SpanSet bridges this gap with Load Security Awareness Training, helping officers learn how to visually assess and respond to load safety risks.

We've worked alongside police teams at live roadside inspections, offering technical insight into load restraint methods and common mistakes in transportation. Our training helps officers confidently recognise hazards and take appropriate action.

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Innovative Equipment

Vehicle Rescue & Recovery Kit – Fast, Safe Roadside Towing - NEW

Stranded vehicles—often damaged or immobilised—can quickly become a hazard on busy motorways. Police units need reliable equipment to rescue and recover these vehicles quickly and safely.

The SpanSet Vehicle Rescue & Recovery Kit is strong, adaptable, and easy to deploy in high-pressure situations.

Includes Rescue Strop and Recovery Brother
Supplied in a convenient, grab-and-go holdall
Manufactured in the UK using quality components
Designed in partnership with UK police (Cheshire Constabulary)

Whether towing to safety or winching onto a recovery vehicle, the kit simplifies complex recoveries—without compromising on safety.

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Stinger Spike System

The Stinger Spike System

Exclusive UK Supplier of the Stinger Spike System

SpanSet is proud to be the exclusive UK supplier of the Stinger Spike System—the trusted tool for safely bringing high-speed vehicle pursuits to a close.

Our support includes product supply, maintenance advice, and replacement spikes and parts - ensuring officers are always equipped to deploy the Stinger with speed and confidence.

Trusted by forces across the UK - protecting lives on both sides of the law
Quick deployment and recovery
Versatile and effective across vehicle types

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SpanSet Stinger Input & Development Day

Next Date - Thursday 3rd September - The SpanSet Stinger Development Day is designed for existing members of the Driver Training Unit responsible for the deployment of the Stinger spike system. The day is designed to enhance officers' existing knowledge, understanding & practical skills prior...

SpanSet Vehicle Rescue and Recovery Kit

The SpanSet Vehicle Rescue & Recovery Kit is designed for time-critical motorway incidents—enabling fast, safe removal of stranded vehicles and reducing danger to officers and the public. Developed in partnership with police specialists.

SpanSet Featured on ITN's 'Policing for a Safer Tomorrow '

Policing for a Safer Tomorrow We are excited to announce our involvement in a news-style programme 'Policing for a Safer Tomorrow' produced by @ITNBusinessUK. Confidence under pressure is key to staying safe and in control. SpanSet UK has spent over 55 years developing world-class...

SpanSet's Load Restaint experts attend Roadside HGV Check Days.

The 'shocking' state of Load Security on our roads and the safety initiatives to address this. SpanSet were invited to work alongside police teams at live roadside inspections, offering technical insight into load restraint methods and common mistakes in transportation.

Police Service Training- Height Safety

Height safety training tailored to the operational needs of police officers and specialist teams. Delivered at our own training center, officers gain classroom instruction backed up by practical exercises on how to use harnesses, lanyards, and fall arrest systems safely and effectively.

Supporting UK Police Forces with Trusted Safety Solutions

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