Policy bulletin 623

Commissioner's Directive (CD) 567-5 - Use of Firearms

This policy was revised to provide more direction and procedures on the process and standards for the deployment of firearms and security equipment.

• Procedures for the supply, exchange and recording of a firearm when an officer is on authorized duties outside of the institution.
• Annex B - Firearm Deployment Standards was removed and made into a policy tool that will also be expanded over time to include security equipment deployment standards.

• The Correctional Operations and Programs Sector revised this policy in collaboration with the Strategic Policy Division.

All CSC management and all staff responsible for use, care and control of firearms.