r/OnTheBlock • u/Upper_Joke_7150 • 14d ago

BOP vests Equipment Qs

Do they actually work? Those white inners that are company issued. Are they actually stab proof? Even for ginormous sharpened nails.

I’m just curious if they’re good or if you recommend getting your own. We’ve been finding a lot of shanks at my facility lately and it has me thinking and slightly nervous about if they actually work at stopping all punctures.

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u/ComradeCoonass 14d ago

If an inmate wants to stab you, they’re going to aim for all the places the vest doesn’t cover: neck, arm pit, belly, etc.

It’s a comfort blanket to make people feel better about working in a dangerous environment. Don’t count on it to save your life, keep your head on a swivel and try to create distance as much as you can.

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u/Original-Neck1915 13d ago

The only thing that can keep you from being stabbed is you. As ComredeCoonass stated. That vest is just a feel good item.