The six-month trial, being run by the Youth Justice Board and National Offender Management Service (Noms) will see officers at both Feltham young offender institution in west London and Rainsbrook secure training centre in Rugby required to use the kit.
The Youth Justice Board (YJB) said the equipment, which combines audio and video, will be clipped onto officers’ clothing to capture incidents and provide “a clear and irrefutable record of events”.
It said the introduction of the technology will allow for more detailed examination of the causes of, and management of, incidents that have resulted in force being used.
It is hoped the move will help to improve staff practice and support transparency, trust and confidence in members of staff.
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