Personnel may utilize a hobble restraint when necessary and in accordance with established Department procedures. Refer to section 3-01/110.21 and section 3-01/110.22 for additional information.
The only Department-approved hobble is the "Ripp Hobble" which is made of one-inch wide polypropylene webbed belting with a tested strength of 700 pounds. The hobble has a one-inch wide steel, alligator-jawed, friction-locking clip and steel-snap swivel. The overall length of the hobble shall be a minimum of 42 inches. All other hobbles are unauthorized.