Here is what our policy states:
Guardian Outer Carrier –
Body armor will be worn in the load bearing guardian outer carrier by members in the field and during secondary employment when in uniform. Members may carry the following items on the guardian carrier:
1. Radio
2. Taser (if issued and trained) Holster will be worn on the weak side of the body. (Policy 1.5.5)
3. Pepper spray
4. Flashlight
5. Handcuffs
6. Spare duty magazines (max. 2)
7. Approved medical kit, glove pouch, tourniquet and case or other type pouch as approved by the Chief of Police or designee.
Note: Rifle magazines will not be carried on the guardian carrier.
Members will wear the following equipment on the utility belt:
1. Assigned or approved handgun and holster (on the strong side).
Members may wear the following items on the utility belt:
1. Radio
2. Baton and case
3. Handcuffs and case
4. Multipurpose tool
5. Spare duty magazines (max. 2)
6. Taser – Holster will be worn on the weak side of the body. (Policy 1.5.5)
7. Other items as approved by the Chief of Police or designee