There has been much activity lately regarding Body Worn Cameras (BWC). It is clear that an increasing number of frontline personnel in various industries are being asked to wear them, for an assortment of reasons.
The legal minefield surrounding communication and consent whilst wearing a BWC is often confusing and usually full of misinformation and flawed interpretation of the law.
Being trained correctly is essential to their effectiveness. To ensure any information gained from a BWC can useful, the correct procedure must be applied to information gathering, and it must be obtained lawfully.
Various groups may use this technology to:
- increase or maintain staff professionalism;
- enhance public and customer safety;
- promote cohesive interactions;
- collecting information and evidence;
- encourage harmonious exchanges; and
- decrease incidence and escalation of violence.
This booming area of security is wonderful and has the ability to increase transparency, de-escalate situations and assist in evidence gathering, but it must be done correctly.
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