samedi 1 mars 2014

Prisoner Transport Systems And Essential Tips For Officers

By Leticia Jensen


Long ago, horses and wagons were used to transport prisoners. Some countries are still trying to use these modes of transportation today. In the current time, police departments worldwide have used retrofitted automobiles to safely transfer their prisoners to different correctional institutions.

Speaking about security tools, most prisoner transport systems have used bullet proof glasses, meshed windows, and segregated compartments. There may also be a separate compartment for officers who are escorting them. This is enabled to protect officers from unexpected escapes and the danger of getting isolated from assisting police force while transporting them.

These vehicles may also take advantage of premiere security technologies. These may include global positioning system, advanced radio communication, and weapons to keep prisoners behaving the right way. Some may even have high technology alarm systems and CCTV cameras which are interconnected to different police departments.

Traditionally, these vehicles of transferring prisoners are handled by the police. It is possible that they have spent a large amount of money to maintain these. On the one hand, some departments have tried to cut expenses by partnering with private agencies in terms of prisoner transport. This is also said to help them designated other tasks to the agency for an optimize public service.

Private vehicles are being tested for compliance by certain correctional departments. Doing so ensures that these automobiles have the ability to securely box these prisoners along the route with confidence. These are also examined if these are humane enough and fairly breathable for a couple number of people inside. The rest of the examination would be about the mechanical condition of the vehicle.

Moreover, convict transportation is a difficult job to do. There have been officers getting hurt and prisoners getting harassed in the past. This is the reason part of this writing is about how to securely transport a convict. Below are the details how to do such.

Starting with, searching the convict even if the last police officers have done so is a wise thing. It is not about distrusting other officers but making sure there are no weapons hidden by the person that will endanger the life of everyone. It is also important have the correct body position when doing it to prevent a prisoner from snatching your gun.

Next, follow non disclosure and do not befriend these people. They may not be considered enemies but some of them could have the motivation to escape. This motivation will often lead them to do things you did not expect. Stay professional and do not answer questions about your family or personal life.

Lastly, prepare everything before you transport these prisoners. Stopping along the route could increase the chances of being ambushed. If you need to eat your lunch, buy some fast food and eat your way to the destination. In addition, never stop even if the person wants to urinate or take a smoke break. Even if they are having a heart attack, it would be best to wait for a supervisor or a backup to arrive before doing anything. It might be horrifying to watch someone look out of breathe or urinate in their pants but guarding your life would still be the best thing to do in these situations.




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