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The history of duty belts goes back farther than you might think. They have been in use since before the mid-1800s. Over the years, the duty belt, sometimes called a Sam Browne belt, has evolved to serve the demands of police, security, and others who need a sturdy strap to support equipment.  Sam Browne was a British general who began his service in India in 1849. In 1858, Sam Brown's left arm got cut off by a sword during the conflict at Seeporah. Because of the injury, Sam needed some extra stability to support the weight of the saber on...

It's critical to keep your duty belt from sagging for many reasons. From long-term back pain to the ability to effectively serve, weight distribution and stability are of the utmost importance when fitting your belt. Duty belts can become very heavy. With all the gadgets and other equipment that police officers need to carry every day, it is crucial to know how to get your duty belt set up. You can prevent your duty belt from sagging with many techniques. New products and developments are coming out all the time to solve these issues that security/police officers face. My Duty...

Lower back pain in police officers One of the most common health complaints among police and military officers is hip and lower back pain. Among law enforcement officers, chronic back pain often results in a loss of productivity, absenteeism, or the increased use of sick leave. Additionally, there is an increase in the risk of being forced to retire early or take a desk job, cutting short their careers. Likewise, lower back pain is also a prevalent disorder among military personnel, causing disability, lost worker productivity, and increased health care costs. The culprit? Duty belts.  Law enforcement is a demanding...