How is the body alarm transferred to the next shift officer?

Transferring the body alarm to the next shift officer is best accomplished through a hand-to-hand exchange. This method ensures direct communication and verification of all operational equipment, like the body alarm, which is crucial for maintaining security and safety in a correctional environment. By passing the alarm personally, the officer can provide the incoming staff with updates on the current status of the device, any alerts or issues that may have arisen during the previous shift, and pertinent information about the inmate population. This direct transfer fosters accountability and minimizes the risk of equipment being lost or miscommunicated, as opposed to leaving it on a desk or placing it in a locker, which could lead to unnecessary delays or misuse.