No one shall take advantage of the situation of
a detained person to compel him or her to confess or
to otherwise incriminate himself or herself or another
person
Measures for discipline and order shall be only those set
out in law and regulations, shall not exceed those necessary for safe custody, and shall not be inhumane
Human Rights Practice
All police officials
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Enrol in training programmes to sharpen your counselling, riot-control, first-aid, self-defence, conflictresolution and supervisory skills
Study the entry review and assessment records of all
detainees to be aware of persons at risk
Facilitate visits by clergy, legal representatives, family members, inspectors and medical personnel
Study and employ modern best practice techniques
for interviewing
Wear a clearly visible identity badge at all times
Do not enter the facility carrying a firearm, except to
transport a detainee outside
Carry out regular, periodic checks of detainees, to
ensure safety and security
Consult closely with medical personnel on all matters of diet, restraint and discipline
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