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The Ottawa police tactical unit will soon be sporting high-tech flame-resistant uniforms that will better protect officers in the field.
According to Chief Charles Bordeleau, the uniforms will cost $35,000 to outfit the 31-member tactical unit and were included in the Ottawa Police Service’s 2014 budget of $263.9 million.
The chief said that a June training accident in which five police officers and paramedics were burned was a consideration in the purchase of the specialized uniforms.
In the March Road exercise, tactical officers and paramedics were practicing using explosives for a “forced entry” into a premises. The exercise went awry and some of the officers suffered second-degree burns that might have been avoided had the uniforms been flame-retardant and melt-proof.
“The training accident that took place was a factor. It was not the driving factor,” said Bordeleau.
The new uniforms are made of a fabric composed of cotton and Cordura, a type of rayon, and have been treated with chemicals to prevent them from melting or catching fire.
“Every division within the police service regularly reviews the types of uniforms we wear. We are always researching what types of uniforms and what type of equipment is out there that will enhance the safety and security of our people,” said Bordeleau. “That’s no different in the tactical units. This also deals with the flammability issue. Our tactical officers regularly deal with explosives and flammable materials. They wanted to enhance their safety.”
Bordeleau said the uniforms are expected to last three times longer than standard uniforms. They are manufactured by Arc’Teryx, a B.C.-based company that also makes rugged outwear for outdoor activities. According to the company’s website, a combat long-sleeve shirt sells for $220 by itself.
The uniform expense comes at a time when the police force is cutting back on expansion plans in an effort to curb expenditures. Bordeleau said while the force isn’t looking to add new positions, it will be staffing vacant positions that are created due to attrition.
According to the OPS budget, the force employs 1,875 people, including 1,312 police officers.
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According to Chief Charles Bordeleau, the uniforms will cost $35,000 to outfit the 31-member tactical unit and were included in the Ottawa Police Service’s 2014 budget of $263.9 million.
The chief said that a June training accident in which five police officers and paramedics were burned was a consideration in the purchase of the specialized uniforms.
In the March Road exercise, tactical officers and paramedics were practicing using explosives for a “forced entry” into a premises. The exercise went awry and some of the officers suffered second-degree burns that might have been avoided had the uniforms been flame-retardant and melt-proof.
“The training accident that took place was a factor. It was not the driving factor,” said Bordeleau.
The new uniforms are made of a fabric composed of cotton and Cordura, a type of rayon, and have been treated with chemicals to prevent them from melting or catching fire.
“Every division within the police service regularly reviews the types of uniforms we wear. We are always researching what types of uniforms and what type of equipment is out there that will enhance the safety and security of our people,” said Bordeleau. “That’s no different in the tactical units. This also deals with the flammability issue. Our tactical officers regularly deal with explosives and flammable materials. They wanted to enhance their safety.”
Bordeleau said the uniforms are expected to last three times longer than standard uniforms. They are manufactured by Arc’Teryx, a B.C.-based company that also makes rugged outwear for outdoor activities. According to the company’s website, a combat long-sleeve shirt sells for $220 by itself.
The uniform expense comes at a time when the police force is cutting back on expansion plans in an effort to curb expenditures. Bordeleau said while the force isn’t looking to add new positions, it will be staffing vacant positions that are created due to attrition.
According to the OPS budget, the force employs 1,875 people, including 1,312 police officers.
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