Guidance
Use of X-ray body scanners (adult male prisons) Policy Framework
Instruction and guidance on the operation of X-Ray body scanners within prisons.
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This Policy Framework provides end-to-end instruction and guidance on the procurement, installation and use of X-ray body scanners in prisons, where prisoners are believed to be engaged in concealing contraband internally. The mandatory requirements in this document set out the minimum required for a prison to be compliant with legislation and HMPPS’s Requirements for Practice for Prisons. It contains all information needed to enable prisons to operate a legal and effective regime of X-Ray body scanning.
This Policy Framework relates to Adult Male Prisoners only (all prisoners over 18).
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Published 19 May 2020
Last updated 4 November 2022 + show all updates
Last updated 4 November 2022 + show all updates
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Policy Framework updated.
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First published.