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The formation of PTU/EU into their IS structure within the region where disturbances are taking place. Adjacent regions may also be ordered to take this action.
b. All PTU/EU in the Territory will reform into their IS structure and prepare for operations. They will come under the direct control of Police HQ (PHQ).
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Warning order that further mobilization is imminent.
d. One or more regions may be ordered to mobilize a part, or all, of their resources into the IS structure.
The final stage is the full mobilization of the Force for IS operations.
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On full mobilization the following units would be formed from regular RHKP officers taken off other duties.
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19 District IS companies of 170 men each.
78 Light Striking Forces of 22 men each.
3 Regional Escort Companies of 122 men each.
Watch and ward capability of 4 man IS patrols.
3 Auxiliary Regional Escort Companies.
The IS companies are well equipped to control crowds using CS smoke from the outset followed by, or in conjunction with, baton rounds. Shotguns and high velocity rifles are available with the Police IS platoons for use in an emergency.
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The Police are trained and equipped to counter situations in which firearms are used. In the event of a Police unit encountering heavily armed criminals they may require the support of the Special Duties Unit which is trained in CT techniques.
13. The RHKP have beat radio communications linked to an enhanced computerised command and control system (ECCACS). Policemen in areas served by the system carry a beat radio which is linked to the District Controller located at Police Regional Headquarters. The controller will have a map of his area which indicates the site of any incident reported, and a visual display unit which shows the resources available to be deployed. The beat radio scheme allows the storage, retrieval and quick passage of information and provides an excellent means of command and control in an IS situation. All regional
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