Process of starting the body cam recording
Request ID: FOI-0218-1920
Date published: 02 May 2019
You asked
In FOI-2365-1718, you have mentioned that 'They do not record consistently throughout their duty, but are only activated by the RCI when they feel that their safety, of that of their colleagues, is at risk.' I would like to get this point clarified. Does the body cam detect violent situations automatically and start recording by itself or does the inspector have to manually start the recording by pressing a button?
We answered
TfL Ref: 0218-1920
Thank you for your email received by us on 18 April 2019 asking for information about the wearing of body cameras by Transport for London (TfL) Revenue Control Inspectors staff following your previous request for information (reference. 2365-1718).
Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act and our information access policy. I can confirm we do hold the information you require. You asked:
Does the body cam detect violent situations automatically and start recording by itself or does the inspector have to manually start the recording by pressing a button
I can advise that body worn CCTV cameras need to be activated by the Revenue Control Inspector to begin recording.
If this is not the information you are looking for, or if you are unable to access it for some reason, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal as well as information on copyright and what to do if you would like to re-use any of the information we have disclosed.
Yours sincerely
Jasmine Howard
FOI Case Officer
Information Governance
Transport For London
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