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(NEW) 34.1.7  (M M M M) (CS1) Security of Investigative and Training Aids

A written directive establishes procedures to ensure security and accountability for controlled substances, weapons, or explosives used for investigative or training purposes.

Commentary

Some agencies utilize procured, seized or forfeited controlled substances, weapons, or explosives for investigative or training purposes, including items procured through a Federal or other authority.  It is critical that the agency establish safeguards to maintain security and integrity of these controlled items.

The agency should establish guidelines for the periodic accounting of any controlled item utilized in this manner.

If the agency stores explosives, proper containers must be used, including all required hazardous materials placards or warning signage depending on the type and quantity of the materials.

This standard does not apply to agency property, including weapons, ammunition or imitation/inert training aids, addressed by other standards in the manual.   (M M M M) (CS1)