BS 8517-1:2009

BS 8517-1:2009 Security dogs. Code of practice for the use of general purpose security dogs

BS 8517-1 gives recommendations for the operational use of a dog by a security dog handler when providing manned guarding services on a static site or mobile patrol basis.

BS 8517-1 does not apply to the provision of detection dogs and handlers such as drugs detection, explosives detection or dogs and handlers used in search and rescue operations.

Contents of BS 8517-1:

• Foreword
• Scope
• Normative references
• Terms and definitions
• Administration
• Kennelling/husbandry
• Health and welfare of the dog
• Equipment and clothing
• Training
• Operational requirements
• Transportation and on-site kennelling
• Sale or gift of dogs
• Bibliography