Police Tactical Compact Leg Restraints (Fast Straps) & Belt Pouch

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R (on the application of Sessay) v South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust [2011] EWHC 2617 (QB) there were any other significant features of the arrest and decision making that would be of management interest, in particular where it may be damaging to the reputation of the service or likely to attract high media interest

There is an increased risk of causing positional asphyxia when restraining those of particularly small or large build or those who have taken drugs, medications (anti-psychotics) or alcohol. People restrained in the prone position should be placed on their side or in a sitting, kneeling or standing position as soon as practicable. The Independent Advisory Panel (IAP) has issued advice on restraint and the use of force. Where a detainee has menstrual products removed as part of a strip or intimate search, they should be offered a replacement without delay. Moving violent detainees from place to place carries a high risk of injury and should be avoided where possible. The procedure must be carried out in line with ACPO (2012) Personal Safety Manual of Guidance (available via College Learn to registered users only) if it becomes necessary. Supervising cell relocation Where a detainee is taken directly to a hospital (under section 136 of the Mental Health Act 1983, or for any other medical reason) the doctor taking charge of the patient at the hospital must be told that a Taser has been discharged on the detainee.Officers must be aware of the potential risks to the suspect or detainee when using control and restraint techniques and should be guided by the national decision model (NDM) at all times. In recording the use of force, officers and staff should use the following categories as a minimum: Section 54 of PACE provides a power to search an arrested person on arrival at a police station. There is a separate power to search at any other time, which is described in section 54 (6A) to (6C) and applies where the custody officer believes the detainee is in possession of an item which could physically injure anyone (including the detainee), damage property, interfere with evidence or help the detainee to escape. After arrival and while at a police station both powers apply, but only to constables and designated detention officers by virtue of paragraph 26 of Schedule 4 to the Police Reform Act 2002. Officers should take the following actions when inspecting cells and detention rooms for defects and potential ligature points (this list is not exhaustive):

For further information, see ACPO (2012) Personal Safety Manual of Guidance (available via College Learn to registered users only). Cell searchesPostcodes for Highlands and Islands of Scotland, N Ireland, Isle of Man & Isles of Scilly, Channel Islands and Isle of Wight are: FK17-99, G83, KW1-14, IV, HS, KA27-28, PA20-49, PA60-78, PH15-26, PH30-44, PH49-50, ZE, AB51 Officers should note that the effects of a violent struggle or restraint and build-up of lactic acid can exacerbate the effects of drugs, alcohol or medication. Powers and policy Use of force All custody suites should retain an adequate supply of replacement clothing to issue to detainees as necessary. Officers must respect the detainee’s dignity and meet their basic warmth and welfare needs. Officers must provide a detainee with alternative clothing if their own clothing is wet, as they may be at risk from hypothermia. Paper suits are not adequate replacement clothing. Search of a police vehicle When identifying options and contingencies, officers are required to apply their training, experience and skill to resolve a situation. They should consider the immediacy of the threat, necessity of their actions, proportionality and the potential community impact. All actions should be subject to continuous review and must be appropriately recorded. Lessons should be learnt, where appropriate. Assessment The Independent Advisory Panel (IAP) on Deaths in Custody has published common principles for safer restraint