Guidance

Managing tools and equipment securely in prisons: PSI 57/2011

Rules and procedures on how to use tools and equipment securely in a prison.

• From: HM Prison and Probation Service and Ministry of Justice
• Published: 26 September 2011
• Last updated: 3 January 2023 — See all updates

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Management and security of tools and equipment: PSI 57/2011

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Details

This prison service instruction (PSI) describes how tools and equipment should be managed within a prison environment.

It includes guidelines on the safe and secure ways for tools and equipment to be:

• managed
• stored on site
• disposed of effectively

It also includes separate guidance on the management of high risk items like skips, climbing aids and vehicles.

This is a current PSI. It came into effect on 1 October 2011.

Published 26 September 2011
Last updated 3 January 2023 + show all updates

1. 3 January 2023

   Paragraph 5.8 has been amended to align with the Searching Policy Framework.

2. 26 September 2011

   First published.