OK guys and girls, need some help with a homework assignment; does anyone know of a member that was injured (or worse) during the course of their duties and then denied benefits, workmen's comp, or an insurance claim because part of their gear wasn't "issued to them", rather bought with their own money?
Trying to determine if this is a myth or reality. Some believe that as long as said equipment meets or exceeds the same standard as the equipment the department purchases, then everything is cool. The other side feels that the only equipment allowed to be worn is that which is issued to them by their department, to avoid claims or benefits denial.
Tell me the stories or court cases if you know of any....Thanks!!
Trying to determine if this is a myth or reality. Some believe that as long as said equipment meets or exceeds the same standard as the equipment the department purchases, then everything is cool. The other side feels that the only equipment allowed to be worn is that which is issued to them by their department, to avoid claims or benefits denial.
Tell me the stories or court cases if you know of any....Thanks!!
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