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Record 1 2023-01-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Security Devices
  • Police
CONT

What is a spit hood? A spit hood, or spit guard, is a loose, breathable fabric sack that can be placed over a person's head to prevent them from biting or spitting.

CONT

... a spit mask [is] really restricting airflow, and they can often lead to people asphyxiating and dying.

OBS

There are many designs, but the hoods usually are made of a porous, breathable fabric, often a mesh that allows officers to see the suspect's face.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Police

Spanish

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