700. Armed Inspector to see that the force detailed for guard and escort duties is properly equipped. [§12, Act V, 1861].
(a)The Armed Inspector is responsible for telling off head constables, naiks and constables for guard and escort duties. Before the force leaves the police lines the Armed Inspector, or in his absence the Sergeant or the Sub-Inspector or the senior drill instructor, shall satisfy himself that it is properly equipped and shall make a note of such inspection in the roster of duty.(b)No unauthorized articles to be taken by guards and escorts. - Guards and escorts shall not take with them any articles that are not part of their uniform except bedding and that only if long distances have to be travelled.
