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Concerning deaths attributable to OC, there are more documented cases related to mace than OC. The argument about pepper spray induced death continues and is largely tied to the so called positional asphyxia which los medicos are still arguing about.
Snoman, advise your boss that the more equipment you've got, the more options you exercise. It's one thing to shout, "Back off M-F" and quite another to shoot. At least with the OC & impact weapon, you've got options between running and shooting.
That's why a lot of departments want their officers to carry impact weapons and OC. It gives them alternatives to deadly force and an edge over bare handed brawling.
If all comes to worse, explain that force is that which is reasonable under the circumstance. If he takes away your equipment, then he's creating greater liability for both you and the employer.
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