What is considered the final extension of the disarming technique after an assailant has been disarmed?

The concept of Follow-up Control encompasses the necessary actions taken after successfully disarming an assailant. This involves establishing control over the situation to ensure that the assailant is unable to regain their offensive capability. It is crucial for the safety of both the disarmament practitioner and any bystanders. Follow-up Control often includes techniques such as securing the assailant in a position where they are unable to continue to pose a threat, and it may also involve calling for assistance or detaining the assailant until law enforcement arrives.

The importance of this step cannot be overstated, as simply disarming an assailant does not guarantee the end of the threat. Effective Follow-up Control ensures that the assailant remains incapacitated and that the practitioner maintains the upper hand in what can still be a dynamic and dangerous situation. This final extension of the disarming process is essential to complete the defensive strategy successfully.