THA focuses on the technical aspects of trial helper work in the context of the FCI IGP Rules. In addition, THA provides suggested verbiage that helpers can utilize to ensure that the public reception to and attitude towards IGP, and in particular protection work and the utilization of the padded stick to ascertain domesticity of the canine, is positive, cognizant of the competitive and breed-suitability aspects of the IGP test. Last but certainly not least, THA provides a classification system so the fledgling helper can assess his or her progress as (s)he endeavors to master the art.