New York S07521 mandates the Division of Criminal Justice Services to establish safety standards and training for law enforcement to protect against.

New York S07521 amends the executive law to require the Division of Criminal Justice Services to create safety standards and training requirements for law enforcement officers. These measures aim to safeguard officers from biological hazards caused by the spitting of individuals in custody. The regulations may include the purchase of safety equipment but explicitly prohibit the use of devices that completely cover the face of the individual, such as spit hoods or masks. Training requirements for law enforcement officers must be completed before using any protective equipment.

New York S07521 mandates the Division of Criminal Justice Services to establish safety standards and training for law enforcement to protect against.

New York S07521 amends the executive law to require the Division of Criminal Justice Services to create safety standards and training requirements for law enforcement officers. These measures aim to safeguard officers from biological hazards caused by the spitting of individuals in custody. The regulations may include the purchase of safety equipment but explicitly prohibit the use of devices that completely cover the face of the individual, such as spit hoods or masks. Training requirements for law enforcement officers must be completed before using any protective equipment.