Police Personal Protective Equipment News & Articles

The Safariland Group releases cleaning and disinfecting guidelines for armor, duty gear

Disinfection is an essential activity as prescribed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

After COVID-19 death of Fla. deputies, 'fear factor' among police amplified

Law enforcement officers say their fear for their safety has increased as departmental PPE reserves continue to be depleted and confirmed cases rise

Reader poll: 92% say LEOs should get hazard pay during the COVID-19 crisis

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As COVID-19 strengthens its grip on the United States, there’s been increasing talk among lawmakers, unions and officers of boosting compensation for LEOs

NJ state police given power to commandeer medical equipment, supplies for COVID-19 fight

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Col. Patrick Callahan has the emergency authority to seize N95 masks, ventilators and other PPE for first responders and healthcare workers

COVID-19 response: South Carolina sheriff increasing agency’s visibility

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The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is fielding approximately 120 additional personnel not usually on the street

COVID-19 FAQs for police: Part 2

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We answer some commonly asked questions about COVID-19 transmission and testing

Police responses to COVID-19

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From delaying noncritical arrests to monitoring officer health, here's how agencies nationwide are responding during the COVID-19 pandemic

'Officers are scared out there': Coronavirus hits US police

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Officers are used to risk, but at a time when Americans are being advised to stay six feet from each other, the perils and anxieties are new

How police departments can prepare the best COVID-19 response

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In a recent webinar, police chiefs shared lessons learned from responding to two epicenters of the COVID-19 pandemic

How to help first responders affected by COVID-19

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Help first responders endure the national emergency by donating to these charities and organizations

How to maintain jail operations during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Jails must continue to fill a vital role within the public safety and criminal justice realms while battling the coronavirus

How patrol officers can prioritize safety during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Steps to keep officers safe, healthy on the frontlines while serving their communities

Why police must continue homeless outreach during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Homeless service providers are scaling back operations in many communities leaving significant gaps in assistance for the homeless

COVID-19 FAQs for police

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We answer some commonly asked questions about N95 masks and officer safety

2 Jersey City police officers in serious condition with coronavirus

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An additional 16 officers are quarantined and 42 officers are off work due to experiencing various symptoms

Educating the public about police response during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Agencies are using social media to keep citizens informed about modifications to calls for service and coronavirus safety precautions

Doing more with less: A COVID-19 checklist for police administrators

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From understanding your PPE needs to handling an increased call volume with a reduced workforce, make sure you put these considerations on your to-do list

First responders to get priority COVID-19 testing in Calif. county

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Santa Clara County has decided to expedite COVID-19 testing for emergency personnel in the hopes of avoiding staffing shortages

Policing in a panic: COVID-19 response lessons agencies should immediately implement

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Wellness services, PPE, accurate information and relevant emergency policies are all needed to sustain the efforts of law enforcement during the coronavirus pandemic