1、BS 8517-2:2016Security dogsPart 2: Code of practice for the useof detection dogsBSI Standards PublicationWB11885_BSI_StandardCovs_2013_AW.indd 1 15/05/2013 15:06Publishing and copyright informationThe BSI copyright notice displayed in this document indicates when the documentwas last issued. The Bri
2、tish Standards Institution 2016Published by BSI Standards Limited 2016ISBN 978 0 580 92028 8ICS 13.310The following BSI references relate to the work on this document:Committee reference GW/3Draft for comment 16/30331799 DCPublication historyFirst published March 2010Second (present) edition Septemb
3、er 2016Amendments issued since publicationDate Text affectedBS 8517-2:2016 BRITISH STANDARDContentsForeword ii1 Scope 12 Normative references 13 Terms and definitions 14 Administration 25 Accommodation/husbandry 46 Health and welfare of the detection dog 67 Equipment and clothing 88 Training 99 Oper
4、ational requirements 1610 Transport and on-site vehicle kennelling 1711 Sale or gift of detection dogs 18Bibliography 19Summary of pagesThis document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, pages i to ii,pages 1 to 20, an inside back cover and a back cover.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8517-2:2016 The
5、 British Standards Institution 2016 iForewordPublishing informationThis part of BS 8517 is published by BSI Standards Limited, under licence fromThe British Standards Institution, and came into effect on 30 September 2016. Itwas prepared by Panel GW/3/-/15, Security dog users, under the authority of
6、Technical Committee GW/3, Private security management and services. A list oforganizations represented on this committee can be obtained on request to itssecretary.SupersessionThis part of BS 8517 supersedes BS 8517-2:2010, which is withdrawn.Information about this documentThis is a full revision of
7、 the standard, which has been updated to aid theunderstanding of the recommendations and reflect current practice.Attention is drawn to the Private Security Industry Act 2001 1, which containsprovisions for regulating the private security industry, including securityguarding. A person falling within
8、 the definition of providing security industryservices under the Private Security Industry Act 2001 is required to be licensed inaccordance with that Act. The Act can be found online at www.the-sia.org.uk.Use of this documentAs a code of practice, this part of BS 8517 takes the form of guidance andr
9、ecommendations. It should not be quoted as if it were a specification andparticular care should be taken to ensure that claims of compliance are notmisleading.Any user claiming compliance with this part of BS 8517 is expected to be able tojustify any course of action that deviates from its recommend
10、ations.Presentational conventionsThe provisions of this standard are presented in roman (i.e. upright) type. Itsrecommendations are expressed in sentences in which the principal auxiliaryverb is “should”.Commentary, explanation and general informative material is presented insmaller italic type, and
11、 does not constitute a normative element.The word “should” is used to express recommendations of this standard. Theword “may” is used in the text to express permissibility, e.g. as an alternative tothe primary recommendation of the Clause. The word “can” is used to expresspossibility, e.g. a consequ
12、ence of an action or an event.Notes and commentaries are provided throughout the text of this standard.Notes give references and additional information that are important but do notform part of the recommendations. Commentaries give background information.Contractual and legal considerationsThis pub
13、lication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of acontract. Users are responsible for its correct application.Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from legalobligations.BRITISH STANDARDBS 8517-2:2016ii The British Standards Institution 20161 ScopeThis part of
14、 BS 8517 gives recommendations for the operational use of adetection dog by a detection dog handler when providing passive and proactivedetection services (e.g. drugs, firearms, munitions, explosives, pyrotechnics,intentionally concealed persons), including records, kennelling/husbandry, doghealth a
15、nd welfare, equipment and clothing, training and operationalrequirements.NOTE 1 Recommendations for static site guarding and mobile patrol services aregiven in BS 7499. Recommendations for screening of security individuals are given inBS 7858.This part of BS 8517 also assists procurers of detection
16、dog services to ensure theservice fits the end user requirements and risk profile.This part of BS 8517 does not apply to the provision of general purpose dogs ordogs and handlers used in other search disciplines.NOTE 2 General purpose dogs are covered in BS 8517-1. Other search disciplines areplanne
17、d to be covered in BS 8517-3.1)2 Normative referencesThe following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in thisdocument and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, onlythe edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of thereferenced do
18、cument (including any amendments) applies.BS 7499:2013, Static site guarding and mobile patrol services Code of practiceBS 7858, Security screening of individuals employed in a security environment Code of practice3 Terms and definitionsFor the purposes of this part of BS 8517, the terms and definit
19、ions given inBS 7499:2013 and the following apply.3.1 detection dogdog, usually of a recognized type, with specialized training used for detectionservicesNOTE 1 Recognized types include labradors, spaniels or other suitable sportingbreeds. Guarding breeds (as described in BS 8517-1) are not consider
20、ed suitable forsome detection purposes due to public perception.NOTE 2 Attention is drawn to the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 2.3.2 detection dog handlersecurity officer with specialized training in handling detection dogsNOTE Hereafter referred to as “handler”.3.3 instructor/trainersomeone who teaches a
21、nd educates both people and dogs3.4 kennelhousing providing shelter and a place for a dog to sleep with room to stand up,turn around and lie down in comfort1)In development at the time of publication.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8517-2:2016 The British Standards Institution 2016 13.5 live/real substanceactua
22、l substance as opposed to pseudo or artificial scent3.6 organizationsupplier, individual or company providing security detection dog services3.7 runsecure area in which a dog has the freedom to walk about, adjacent to thekennel3.8 scentchemical particles or vapour detected by a dogNOTE Also referred
23、 to as “odour”.3.9 self-employed handlerindividual engaged to provide front line services as specified in the principalcontractor assignment instructionNOTE The principal contractor is ultimately responsible and accountable for servicedelivery to the customer.3.10 subcontractall, or part, of a contr
24、act assigned to another service provider, where thesubcontracted service provider is responsible for service delivery including thesupply and management of their employees in fulfilment of the subcontract3.11 subcontracted serviceprovision of services on behalf of a principal contractor3.12 subcontr
25、acted services providercompany that is contracted to provide service delivery on behalf of the principalcontractorNOTE The principal contractor is ultimately responsible and accountable for servicedelivery to the customer.3.13 teamidentifiable handler and detection dog that are trained together to u
26、ndertakedetection duties4 Administration4.1 GeneralAny organization providing dog handling services should screen staff inaccordance with BS 7858.NOTE Attention is drawn to BS 7499:2013 for guarding activities and BS 7960 whenworking on licensed premises.4.2 Subcontracted servicesThe organization sh
27、ould obtain the customers agreement on conditions for theuse of subcontracted service providers for undertaking the duties of detectiondog services.The subcontracted services provider should also follow the recommendationsgiven in this British Standard. The organization should satisfy itself that th
28、eserecommendations have been followed. There should be documented evidencethat due diligence has been carried out.BRITISH STANDARDBS 8517-2:20162 The British Standards Institution 20164.3 Self-employed handlersThe organization should satisfy itself that the self-employed handler meets therecommendat
29、ions given in this British Standard.NOTE Attention is drawn to HMRC guidance on self-employment.4.4 InsuranceThe organization should be adequately insured in accordance with BS 7499:2013,and be specific for the operational deployment of detection dogs (specifying thedetection disciplines) and, where
30、 applicable, for their training and kennelling.The organization should also take into account the advisability of professionalindemnity insurance where advice is given on either operational deployment oron training.4.5 Canine recordsEach detection dog should have an individual record containing the
31、followingdetails:a) procurement (including pedigree, if applicable);b) name;c) owner;d) age;e) breed/cross-breed;f) colour;g) sex;h) neuter status;i) photograph(s) (adequate for identification);j) microchip;NOTE Attention is drawn to the Microchipping of Dogs Regulations 2014 3.k) vaccinations;l) wr
32、itten veterinary confirmation of fitness for duty (see 6.1);m) first aid/veterinary treatment;n) training records and certificates (see 8.10);o) continuation training records;p) incident reports;q) complaints;r) bite reports; ands) final disposal/re-homing certificate.Records should be kept for a mi
33、nimum of three years after retirement or death.Minimum periods of retention of records should be reviewed, if applicable, forparticular requirements, especially with regard to potential liabilities for civilaction.4.6 Assignment recordsAn accurate record should be kept for a minimum of three years o
34、f both dogsand handlers work assignments. Such records should also include bothcontracting in and out of detection dogs or teams.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8517-2:2016 The British Standards Institution 2016 34.7 Health and safetyOrganizations should ensure that their health and safety policy statementinclu
35、des kennelling, training and operational deployment, showingconsideration for all the detection disciplines undertaken.Organizations should ensure that their health and safety policy statementincludes the safe handling, storage, transportation and use of specific targetsubstances.Organizations shoul
36、d ensure, prior to deployment, that their risk assessmentincludes consideration of the health, safety and welfare of the detection dog.5 Accommodation/husbandryCOMMENTARY ON CLAUSE 5For the purposes of this British Standard, detection dogs can be accommodated ateither commercial or residential premi
37、ses, either in kennels or in a domesticenvironment.5.1 Accommodation5.1.1 GeneralDetection dogs should be kept in a healthy condition, properly accommodated,fed and watered. They should not be left unattended for long periods of time,and should be visited at regular intervals over a 24 h period. Pro
38、vision should bemade for regular exercise.If detection dogs are kept in a residential/domestic environment, care should begiven to ensure maintenance of operational efficiency.5.1.2 Kennels5.1.2.1 Construction and sitingWhere a kennel is used, this should be constructed of suitable materials thatcan
39、not cause harm to the detection dog and it should provide secure andefficient housing, free from damp and draughts and extremes of temperature.The kennel should incorporate a run. The kennel and run should be sited withdue regard to noise disturbance, prevailing weather conditions and drainage.Where
40、 a kennel is not used (i.e. inside residential accommodation), particularconsideration should be given to the welfare of the dog(s).5.1.2.2 Beds and beddingBeds and bedding (where used) should be of a suitable size, clean and dry.5.1.2.3 SizeThe kennel should be of sufficient size for the detection
41、dog to stand up, turnaround and lie down in comfort.5.1.2.4 IsolationWhere there is more than one detection dog, arrangements for an isolationkennel with its own separate area and cleaning equipment should be madeavailable for use as necessary.NOTE The isolation kennel may be at a separate location.
42、BRITISH STANDARDBS 8517-2:20164 The British Standards Institution 20165.2 HygieneKennels, runs, compounds and surrounding areas should be kept in a clean andtidy condition at all times. Kennels should be thoroughly scrubbed and cleaneddaily and disinfected at least weekly. Drains should be disinfect
43、ed daily with anappropriate disinfectant.NOTE Attention is drawn to the existence of legislation applicable to the disposalof faeces; advice on such legislation can be sought from the Environment Agency orlocal authority.Kennels should be inspected regularly for any signs of deterioration,unsuitabil
44、ity or hazards.Where a kennel is not used (i.e. inside residential accommodation), particularconsideration should be given to the welfare of the dog(s).5.3 Premises/kennel(s)Any commercial premises used to accommodate a detection dog during theirrest period should carry adequate warning signs and di
45、splay emergencyinformation prominently. A designated telephone number should be displayedon a sign at the premises for purposes of emergency contact, ensuring aresponse in the case of an emergency.Any residential premises used to accommodate a detection dog should notpresent a risk to the public. Ow
46、ners/carers/person(s) in charge should take allreasonable precautions with regard to safety and welfare.Persons entering and leaving the kennels with detections dogs should shout“dog coming in” or “dog coming out” for the safety of other persons enteringthe kennels.At all premises/kennel(s) consider
47、ation should be given to those living/workingadjacent with particular attention to the effects of noise and otherenvironmental issues.5.4 Emergency and evacuation procedures for kennels5.4.1 GeneralOrganizations should establish procedures for responding to emergencies suchas fire, flooding, extreme
48、 weather or temperature conditions, intruders, etc.Where a kennel is not used (i.e. inside residential accommodation), appropriatesteps should be taken for the protection of dogs in case of fire or otheremergencies.5.4.2 MonitoringThere should be an appropriate method for raising the alarm (e.g. som
49、eone onthe premises, monitored electronic alarm system).5.4.3 FireThe responsible person(s) for the detection dog should ensure that a fire riskassessment has been carried out for the kennelling facilities and take allnecessary steps to reduce or remove any risk. The fire risk assessment should alsocover the arrangements for:a) raising the alarm and giving warning;b) emergency contact details;c) provision of fire fighting equipment; andd) evacuation.BRITISH STANDARD BS 8517-2:2016 The British Standards Institution 2016 55.4.4 EvacuationThe responsible per
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