Proper fit for ballistic armor plays an extremely important role in its performance, especially when it comes to female armor. This makes knowing where to find information on proper measurement and fit more important than ever. The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Justice Technology Information Center (JTIC), through its PoliceArmor.organd JUSTNET websites, provides access to downloadable publications and videos on body armor and fit. These materials can provide all the details agencies need to know to ensure their officers are measured properly and the fit of the finished vests is assessed accurately. In addition, criminal justice professionals can sign up to receive free access, sponsored by NIJ, to all ASTM standards, including ASTM E3003, Standard Practice for Body Armor Wearer Measurement and Fitting of Armor. Check out these resources:- Selection and Fit subpage, PoliceArmor.org, https://policearmor.org/selection_fit.html
- Body Armor subpage, JUSTNET, https://justnet.org/law-enforcement/LE-body-armor.html
- JUSTNET ASTM Standards Portal, https://justnet.org/NIJ_ASTM_Standards_Portal.html
- Selection and Application Guide to Ballistic-Resistant Body Armor For Law Enforcement, Corrections and Public Safety NIJ Selection and Application Guide-0101.06, December 2014 (see Chapter 5: Measurement, Fit and Coverage, pp. 23-26), https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/247281.pdf
- Personal Armor Fit Assessment Checklist,https://www.justnet.org/pdf/00-BA-Assessment-Handout_laser 07082016.pdf
- Ballistic-Resistant Body Armor Basics, https://www.justnet.org/pdf/Ballistic-Resistant-Body-Armor-Basics-Web-final-07142015.pdf
NLECTC Minutes: Female Body Armor, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXyaSTs6B6E