Officers urged to read new policy on DSI

7 July 2020

All members should take the time to read a new policy that will affect any officer involved in Post-Incident Procedures (PIP), says the secretary of Hertfordshire Police Federation.

Al Wollaston was speaking after the College of Policing yesterday launched a Death or Serious Injury Authorised Professional Practice (DSI APP) Policy that will give officers in all PIP incidents the same protection, support and representation as those involved in a firearms PIP.

“As a police officer, you are likely at some point in your career to be involved in an incident in which someone sadly dies or is injured so I think it is important for all officers to read this new policy and also find out more about the PIP processes,” says Al.

“Being involved in a PIP can be overwhelming but familiarising yourself with the policy and the PIP process itself can at least give you an idea of what to expect.”

A deaths or serious injury policy has been in place for firearms officers for many years. This has been tested in the courts and has set a standard to protect officers and help with the provision of best evidence.

Steve Hartshorn, the national Federation’s PIP lead, said: “We will continue to support our members who are involved in a PIP not only through our Welfare Support Programme but also by ensuring they have the right legal advice. We encourage anyone who finds themselves in this situation to contact their local Federation rep as soon as possible so we can get them the assistance they need.”

Read the policy and find out more. 

Read the PIP leaflet and Welfare Support Programme leaflet.