When minutes can literally make the difference between life and death, chaos and misplaced equipment are not options. Such is the case when it comes to law enforcement items. That’s why it’s important to have police equipment storage options that create organized spaces where everything can be found easily, yet remain secure so that only the approved person can access.
Everything from weapons storage to evidence repositories to personal lockers help to create an environment where mistakes are minimized and response time is optimized. Furthermore, with the limited space that most law enforcement facilities have, it’s important to utilize every square inch of storage space efficiently.
Weapons and Equipment Storage
Police equipment storage needs to be both secure and accessible to maintain safety and efficiency, particularly when it comes to weapons. There are a variety of weapons and equipment, and therefore a diverse range of storage options.
Wall-mounted gun lockers, such as the sally port locker, are perfect for interview rooms, common areas, and temporary handgun storage. Easily accessible yet highly secure, these lockers maintain the highest safety standards.
For larger collections of long guns or pistols, 4-Post Shelving can be converted into the perfect solution. The system is adjustable; drawers can be added and moved around as necessary for ammo, smaller weapons or other ancillary items. Likewise, weapons racks are ideal for larger guns, shields, and other equipment that needs to be stored in a central location.
Evidence Lockers
One of the most important storage considerations for police activity is how to secure evidence. Not only does the evidence need to be locked away from unauthorized personnel, but it also needs to maintain its integrity and a solid chain of custody.
Evidence can come into a facility at any time, day or night, whether a technician is on hand to process it or not. That means it needs a temporary storage solution that will keep it safe. Spacesaver’s temporary evidence lockers are known for their reliability no matter when evidence is collected and deposited.
For longer-term storage, both pass-through and non-pass-through evidence lockers are available. Pass-through systems allow the evidence to be deposited on one side of the wall and collected on the other. Non-pass-through systems have the same entry and retrieval point. Customizable systems allow for any size or quantity necessary, with different locking systems and features to meet your needs.
For biological evidence storage, refrigerated evidence lockers are specifically engineered to maintain a constant temperature of 38-42 degrees Fahrenheit. These lockers are available in a variety of sizes and can accompany lockers with both pass-through and non-pass-through functionality. If any temperature fluctuations occur that need attention, a built-in digital alarm will sound to warn personnel.
Personal Lockers
Officer comfort helps to boost morale and maintain that sense of organization, creating a better atmosphere for all employees at a law enforcement agency. Part of that means ensuring personal items have a safe, secure area.
Systems & Space recently collaborated with the Central Marin Police Department on a new building design with a special focus on the officers’ locker rooms. They opted for Spacesaver’s FreeStyle® Personal Storage Lockers, a heavy-duty, high-quality personal duty locker that is ADA compliant, lockable, and versatile.
With lockable spaces for personal items, hooks for hanging items, shelving, a bottom drawer big enough for upright boots, and a tray for drying bulletproof vests, the personal lockers have everything necessary for officers to store their personal items while they’re out in the field, or to store their equipment when they’re off duty.
Ultimately, better storage leads to better performance, and better performance leads to better serving your community. To find the right police equipment storage options for your organization, contact Systems & Space today.
