- The impact of body armor on physical performance of law enforcement personnel: a systematic review
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Tomes C, Orr RM, Pope R
- KMID: 2454994
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2017 ;29(1):14.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-017-0169-9
BACKGROUND: The law enforcement officer profession requires performance of arduous occupational tasks while carrying an external load, consisting of, at minimum, a chest rig, a communication system, weaponry, handcuffs, personal... -
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- Associations between anthropometric characteristics and physical performance in male law enforcement officers: a retrospective cohort study
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Dawes JJ, Orr RM, Siekaniec , Vanderwoude AA, Pope R
- KMID: 2370906
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2016 ;28(1):26.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-016-0112-5
BACKGROUND: Police officers are often required to undertake physically demanding tasks, like lifting, dragging and pursuing a suspect. Therefore, physical performance is a key requirement. METHODS: Retrospective data for 76 male... -
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- The impact of fire suppression tasks on firefighter hydration: a critical review with consideration of the utility of reported hydration measures
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Walker A, Pope R, Orr RM
- KMID: 2370943
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2016 ;28(1):63.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-016-0152-x
BACKGROUND: Firefighting is a highly stressful occupation with unique physical challenges, apparel and environments that increase the potential for dehydration. Dehydration leaves the firefighter at risk of harm to their... -
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- The perceived effects and comfort of various body armour systems on police officers while performing occupational tasks
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Schram B, Hinton B, Orr R, Pope R, Norris G
- KMID: 2428582
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2018 ;30(1):15.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-018-0228-x
BACKGROUND: The nature of police work often necessitates use of Individual Light Armour Vests (ILAVs) for officer protection. Previous research has demonstrated various biomechanical and physical performance impacts of ILAVs,... -
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