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Which lighting options are acceptable for adequate visibility in an armory?
Which lighting options are acceptable for adequate visibility in an armory?
What is a necessary component for adequate ventilation in an armory?
What is a necessary component for adequate ventilation in an armory?
Which statement is required signage for an armory?
Which statement is required signage for an armory?
What is the first step in case of loss of stored firearms in an armory?
What is the first step in case of loss of stored firearms in an armory?
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Which of the following reports is NOT required for a loss of ammunition from an armory?
Which of the following reports is NOT required for a loss of ammunition from an armory?
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What materials can be used to construct the armory?
What materials can be used to construct the armory?
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Which of the following is NOT permitted to access the armory?
Which of the following is NOT permitted to access the armory?
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What type of door is required for the armory?
What type of door is required for the armory?
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What must be present near the armory for safety regulations?
What must be present near the armory for safety regulations?
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Which item should be limited to only firearms or ammunition?
Which item should be limited to only firearms or ammunition?
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What information should the armory record book reflect?
What information should the armory record book reflect?
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Where should the armory not be located?
Where should the armory not be located?
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Study Notes
BJMP Policy on the Storage and Safekeeping of Firearms and Ammunitions
- This memorandum circular outlines standards for the storage and safekeeping of firearms and ammunition by BJMP personnel
- It aims to establish a unified policy, considering relevant laws, international policies, and safety practices of other uniformed agencies
- The policy is designed to prevent pilferage, damage, undue deterioration, losses, and diversions of firearms and ammunition
- The policy applies to all uniformed personnel in the Jail Bureau
Objectives
- Establish guidelines for firearm and ammunition storage, aligned with existing laws, policies, and international norms
- Defines responsibilities of accountable BJMP personnel for storage
- Prevents loss and undue deterioration of government firearms
- Develops standards for safe, secure, and effective ammunition storage
- Reduces hazards from unplanned explosions and mitigates risks to personnel and prisoners
- Ensures protection from accidental explosive incidents
Definitions
- Ammunition: A complete unfired unit, including bullet, gunpowder, cartridge, and primer
- Bullet: The projectile propelled by firearm using gunpowder
- Cartridge Case: A container, typically metal, holding the primer, powder, and bullet
- Gunpowder: The explosive used to propel projectiles in firearms
- Primer: Ignition device to ignite gunpowder
- Armory: Room or steel cabinet for storing firearms and ammunition
- Damages: Problems stemming from mistakes, improper placement, and unsystematic release procedures
- Demilitarization: Rendering firearms/ammunition incapable of firing projectiles
- Diversion: Moving weapons/ammunition from legal to illegal markets
- F.A.T.E. (Firearm and Technical Expert): Determines firearm serviceability
- Firearm: Handheld weapon designed to expel projectiles using combustion
- Losses: Unrecoverable and usually unanticipated removal of items or supplies
- Pilferage: Theft of parts of contents of a package
- Pistol: Hand-operated firearm with chamber integrated with the bore
- Rifle: Shoulder-fired weapon, using different types of loading mechanisms, that expels a bullet through a rifled barrel
- Safekeeping: Obligation to safely hold assets
- Shotgun: Firearm intended for firing numerous projectiles or a single projectile using bore and gunpowder
- Special Type of Lock: Includes smart locks, keypads, or combination locks avoiding duplication
- Supply Accountable Officer (SAO): Personnel responsible for the implementation of logistical policies for BJMP supplies, materials, and equipment
Guidelines
- Establishes armories at national, regional, provincial, and jail unit levels
- Defines responsibilities for various staff, including Unit SAOs, Regional SAOs, Provincial SAOs, BJMP-wide SAOs, and Jail Wardens
- Specifies requirements for armory location, size, security, lighting, ventilation, fire suppression, first aid kits, and other safety measures
- Outlines procedures for storing both firearms and ammunition, including separation, record-keeping, and maintenance
- Establishes procedures for handling missing or stolen firearms/ammunition
- Sets compliance timeline and penalties for noncompliance
CCTV Cameras and Safety Considerations
- Armories should have 24-hour surveillance
- CCTV monitoring personnel should report any suspicious activity
- Incidents of breaches must be reported with details to relevant authorities
- Regular maintenance should be conducted
- Signs indicating surveillance should be posted
- Fire safety procedures should be followed to prevent any fire related incidents
Specific Guidelines for Steel Enclosures/Gun Cabinets
- Utilizes various models of gun safes, depending on space and/or budget
- Provides guidance to units on specific equipment to use
Common Provisions for Safekeeping of Firearms/Ammunitions
- Addresses administrative penalties for misappropriation
- Outlines handling of lost and stolen firearms/ammunition as well as replacement policy
- Specifies reporting deadlines for missing, unaccounted, or lost ammunition incidents to PNP and relevant authorities
- Outlines a 12-month compliance timeline
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