OfficerTools & Equipment
Understanding the tools carried by our security professionals and how they contribute to effective, safe operations.
Understanding the Tools Used By Officers
Every piece of equipment our officers carry serves a specific purpose. Here's what you should know about the tools that keep our clients and communities safe.
Body Camera
Video recorded from body cameras can be used to help train new and existing officers in how to perform during difficult encounters. Body cameras are a great tool with strong support from the public — offering transparency, accountability, and documentation that protects both officers and clients. They help mend the relationship between security personnel and the communities they serve.
Body Armor
Firearms are one of the leading causes of death for law enforcement officers feloniously killed in the line of duty. Research has shown that armor vests save lives — the risk of dying from a gunshot wound to the torso is significantly higher for officers who do not wear body armor. Our officers are equipped with ballistic protection rated for their assigned environment.
Duty Belts
Designed to carry equipment comfortably and securely, duty belts allow officers to carry large amounts of weight with multiple pieces of gear — from firearms to handcuffs to less-lethal tools. The National Institute of Justice identifies seven types of less-lethal devices that may be carried: conducted energy devices (Taser), directed energy devices, chemical agents, distraction devices, vehicle-stopping technologies, barriers, and blunt force tools.
Radio & Communications
Reliable communication is critical in any security operation. Our officers are equipped with radio systems that allow real-time coordination between posts, supervisors, and emergency services. Whether it's a routine check-in or an active incident, communication tools ensure rapid response and accurate documentation of all activity on your site.
Vehicle Patrol Technology
Our roving patrol vehicles are equipped with GPS tracking for real-time location monitoring and accountability. Vehicles are highly visible and serve as a strong deterrent for criminal activity across parking lots, housing developments, and business parks. Live tracking ensures clients know exactly where their patrol coverage is at all times.
Restraint & Control Tools
Officers trained in defensive tactics carry restraint tools appropriate to their certification level and assignment. Proper use of handcuffs and control tools requires regular training to ensure safe, lawful application. NPS officers receive ongoing training in restraint techniques that comply with state use-of-force standards and minimize risk of injury to all parties.