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3020Santa Ana Police Department
Santa Ana PD Procedures Manual
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Published with permission by Santa Ana Police DepartmentRESTRAINT DEVICE PROCEDURES - 1RESTRAINT DEVICE PROCEDURES
3020.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
These procedures serve as guidelines for the use and application of the different types of restraint
devices approved by the Department.
3020.2 RIPP HOBBLE
The RIPP Hobble is made from one inch 700 pound polypropylene webbed belting. It has a self-
locking clip at one end and a brass snap at the other. It can be used to restrain a person's ankles,
legs or arms. The Department has three approved techniques in which the RIPP Hobble can be
used.
3020.2.1 WAIST/HANDCUFF RESTRAINT TECHNIQUE
The Waist/Handcuff Restraint Technique is used to prevent a subject from slipping the handcuffs
under the legs to the front position.
1.Wrap the restraint around the subject's waist and place the brass snap through the
looped end. Wrap the brass snap end around the handcuff chain and clip it back onto
itself, not the handcuff chain.
2.To make the restraint taut, wrap the restraint around the handcuff chain several times.
3.Two restraints may be joined together to fit around the waist of a large subject.
3020.2.2 LEG RESTRAINT TECHNIQUE
The Leg Restraint Technique controls movement of the feet, yet allows the subject to walk. The
following are the three approved techniques:
1.The restraint is looped once around one ankle and pulled taut. The restraint is then
wrapped twice around the other ankle and snapped onto the cross member formed
by the restraint. The subject can then walk, but with limited mobility.
2.The restraint is looped and placed around the subject's legs just above the kneecaps
and pulled taut. The friction locking clip should be on the same side as the officer.
Assist the subject into a standing position. Hold the subject's elbow in one hand and
the restraint in the other. Assist the subject and walk slowly.
3.The restraint is looped once around both of the subject's ankles and pulled taut. The
free end of the restraint is placed inside the doorjamb of the rear door and pulled taut
to secure the subject's feet against the inside of the door. The remaining free end of
the restraint is placed inside the front door jamb to prevent the end from dangling on
the ground. NOTE: Under no circumstances is the free end to be left unsecured. If
necessary, another hobble may be used to lengthen the free end.
3020.2.3 ARM RESTRAINT TECHNIQUE
Arm Restraint Technique controls the movement of the arms if handcuffs need to be removed any
reason but the need for restraint is still required (i.e. being placed on a gurney.)
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Santa Ana PD Procedures Manual
RESTRAINT DEVICE PROCEDURES
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2025/11/20, All Rights Reserved.
Published with permission by Santa Ana Police DepartmentRESTRAINT DEVICE PROCEDURES - 21.Once a subject is handcuffed, open the restraint all the way and slide the subject's
arms through it.
2.Push the restraint high up the arms so it is in the armpits.
3.Pull the slack out and clip it back to itself in the middle of the subject's back.
3020.3 THE WRAP BY SAFE RESTRAINTS, INC.
The WRAP is a safety restraint device designed to minimize conflicts, de-escalate, and provide
rapid recovery for the subject and officers. The Wrap positions the restrained subject upright
and seated for respiratory recovery and immediate medical care if warranted. The WRAP has
the following safety features: a locking shoulder harness, back storage pocket, locking carabiner
for securing handcuffs, stainless steel locking buckles, leg restraints with high-grade mesh for
ventilation, and ankle straps for additional control and safety. The device allows for safe movement
of the subject and provides a secure and controlled alternative for involved officers.
3020.3.1 APPLICATION OF THE WRAP
1.Officers will begin by ensuring the subject is prone, face down, and handcuffed behind
their back before applying The WRAP.
2.Cross the subject's ankles and apply the ankle strap firmly around the crossed ankles,
secure enough so the subject cannot uncross their ankles.
3.Slide the leg restraint under the subject's legs, positioning the knees on the markings
labeled "KNEES HERE" and ensure the top of the restraint is below the subject's groin.
4.Maintain control of the subject's upper and lower body using reasonable control
methods while securing and tightening the leg straps. Start with the strap closest to
the feet and move upwards towards the subject's hips until all three straps are secure.
5.Place the shoulder harness on the subject's back, draping the shoulder straps over
the subject's head with the word "BACK" facing outward.
6.Insert handcuffs into the locking carabiner at the bottom of the shoulder harness and
lock the carabiner by twisting it until secure.
7.Feed the straps through the arms and attach to the locking buckles. Secure the straps
without overtightening to allow the subject to breathe comfortably.
8.Maintain control of the subject's head upright for safety and secure the tether lead of
the harness to the buckle on The WRAP.
9.Pull the tether strap back towards the subject's body until they are in an upright
position.
10.Post application check: Officers