Scottish Government

HM Inspectorate of Constabulary for Scotland

safety first

A THEMATIC INSPECTION OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT IN THE SCOTTISH POLICE SERVICE

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Contents

Executive Summary
Introduction:
Duty to Protect
HMIC Thematic Inspection Methodology
Aim
Chapter 1: Data Capture
1.1 Understanding the Environment
1.2 Case Study - Boston Police Department
1.3 Collecting Data
Chapter 2: Equipment
2.1 Standard Officer Safety Equipment
2.2 Batons
2.3 CS Incapacitant Spray
2.4 Handcuffs
2.5 Additional Items of Equipment
2.6 Protective Body Armour
2.7 Care and Maintenance
Chapter 3: Training
3.1 A Core Skill
3.2 Recruit Training
3.3 Force Training
3.4 Reinforcing the Lessons
3.5 Developing Good Practice
Chapter 4: Operational Uniform
4.1 Drivers for Change
4.2 Agreed Principles
4.3 A Uniform Approach
Chapter 5: Future Developments
5.1 Uniform and Equipment
5.2 Less Lethal Technologies
List of Recommendations/Good Practice