Abstract: One example of the invention describes a belt that is to be used by uniformed professional field personnel (e.g. law enforcement, fire, park department, search and rescue, private security, utilities personnel, military, etc.). Some examples of the invention introduce many new features which allow for improved access, comfort, reliability, ruggedness and cosmetics. In one embodiment, the description describes a metal rail on a belt, to which accessories attach. The other items of the inventions are the details of the buckle and its various designs. Other attachments and accessories, plus various setups and arrangements for the belts and buckles, are also presented here. For example, the elastomeric belt variation helps the user, when sitting, with the belt on.

Abstract: One example of the invention describes a belt that is to be used by uniformed professional field personnel (e.g. law enforcement, fire, park department, search and rescue, private security, utilities personnel, military, etc.). Some examples of the invention introduce many new features which allow for improved access, comfort, reliability, ruggedness and cosmetics. In one embodiment, the description describes a metal rail on a belt, to which accessories attach. The other items of the inventions are the details of the buckle and its various designs. Other attachments and accessories, plus various setups and arrangements for the belts and buckles, are also presented here.

Abstract: A self defense spray device comprising a spray unit having a spray canister with an irritant spray, a nozzle operable to release the irritant spray, and a first connector attached to the spray canister. The device further includes a holder having a second connector adapted to releasably engage the first connector to releasably connect the spray unit to the holder, and a safety mechanism that prevents the nozzle from releasing the spray when the spray unit is connected to the holder, thus disarming the device. Once the spray unit is removed from the holder, the safety no longer blocks the nozzle thus arming the device.

Abstract: An identification apparatus and methods of use are presented. Embodiments include a loop of flexible material, having an exterior surface. Indicia, identifying an organization, is displayed on at least a portion of the exterior surface. A container is provided to store the loop of flexible material. Some embodiments couple the container with a belt or other article of clothing or clothing accessory. The loop of flexible material may be coupled with the container. The container may serve as an anchoring point for one or more methods of displaying the loop of flexible material. Some methods of use position the loop of flexible material over portions of a user's body. Some methods of use permit one hand operation of the apparatus.

Abstract: An implement holster comprising a holster support, a first cradle attached to the holster support, a second cradle, and a resilient strap system connected between the holster support and the second cradle, the first cradle fitting within the second cradle. The implement holster further comprises a clip adapted for attaching the holster to a support, a rotator connected between the clip and the holster, and a detent system permitting the holster to be held in a plurality of different positions with respect to the clip.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a belt assembly and to a container therefore. The belt assembly includes an inner belt, a supporting belt and at least one container. The inner belt is adapted to be installed around a wearer's waist. The supporting belt is adapted to be cohesively affixed to the inner belt. The container is adapted to be affixed to the supporting belt and cohesively affixed to the inner belt. The container is adapted to carry equipment in a receiving compartment, and includes a fixating structure for affixing the receiving compartment to the supporting belt and cohesively affixing to the inner belt.

Abstract: A device including a rotational locking piece. The rotational locking piece includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is rotationally connected to the second portion. The first portion can be locked in relation to the second portion by a locking device. The locking device includes a locking member having a locking portion. A holster is connected to the rotational locking device. The rotational locking piece locks the holster in a many positions and the locking portion prevents the first portion from rotating when it is inserted in a locking groove formed on the first portion.

Abstract: A gun case that facilitates safe handling of a gun to be contained therein. The gun case includes a pair of side walls with at least one of the side walls being formed with a ballistic resistant layer and one of the side walls being formed with a target indicia on an outer side thereof. During handling of the gun, the gun muzzle is held in close proximity to and pointed toward the target indicia such that an accidentally discharged bullet from the gun during handling will impact the ballistic resistant layer to prevent or minimize bodily injury or property damage.

Abstract: The device for carrying articles includes a first side portion, a second side portion and a holder unit. The first and second side portions include a means for holding the first and second side portions together. Each of the first and second side portions include an inside face and an outside face. The inside faces of the side portions are at least partially covered with either the hook or loop fabric of a hook and loop fabric fastening system. The holder unit is adapted for fitting between the side portions. At least portions of the sides of the holder unit are covered with corresponding hook or loop fabric appropriate for engaging the hook or loop fabric of the side portions. At least one of the outside faces of the side portions includes provisions for securing the carrying device to a military garment.

Abstract: A property and evidence bag comprising a deployable inner bag inside a pouch attached typically to the belt of an officer. The inner bag can be deployed and expands from its folded compact state inside the pouch. It is partially attached to the pouch and deploys by pulling a tab. Property and evidence can be placed in the inner bag and its opening can be secured using one hand by pulling on a draw string at its opening. This allows the officer to safely secure property and evidence found during an arrest while at the same time holding the arrestee at bay. After the arrestee is seated in the patrol car, the property and evidence found during the search of the arrestee's pockets can be itemized.

Abstract: A tactical device holster (TDH) system is described that is a complete carry and deployment solution allowing for split-second deployment of hand-held non-lethal/lethal deployable devices (HNLDD) by tactical personnel. The TDH system allows tactical personnel to deploy HNLDDs without having to disarm because deployment requires only a single hand, and the TDH system indexes the HNLDD in the proper position for deployment. The TDH system allows the HNLDD to go from secure carry to deployment in under one second while not impeding the deadly force option during deployment. The TDH system keeps the fuze lever of the HNLDD fixed in a pre-specified position. The HNLDD is not altered for use with the TDH system and allows quick insertion of the HNLDD. The TDH system supports numerous HNLDDs and tactical pyrotechnic and incendiary devices, and can be fixed to various tactical clothing, vests, holsters, equipment, and vehicle components.

Abstract: The traffic ticket book holder has a main body connected to a protective flap by a top panel and connected to a front cover by a bottom panel. A pair of zipper tracks connects the right and left sides of the main body, front cover and bottom panel together. Main body, front cover, top panel, bottom panel and the zipper tracks define a generally rectangular shaped ticket compartment that carries a number of traffic ticket books and tickets. An elongated belt strap is releasably attached to the traffic ticket book holder for suspending the traffic book holder from the belt of the user. A flexible thigh strap is attached to the main body of the traffic ticket book holder to the upper thigh area of the user and a thigh adjustment piece to provide adjustment of the thigh strap for varying thigh sizes.

Abstract: A holster is tailored to receive articles of cylindrical configuration, such as flashlights, pepper spray cans, collapsible batons, etc., provided the articles have similar diameters for a given holster. The holster provides for adjustable tension to be placed on the article in the holster and forms a generally cylindrical cavity drawn to a smaller diameter collar spaced upward from its lower end upon which the tail or the bezel of a flashlight may rest to provide additional protection to the bezel. The holster may form a generally cylindrical cavity extending the full length of the holster. The holster is configured to hold the flashlight at a forward or backward angle for smooth, ergonomic draw of the light by the user. A one-way snap strap is provided for attachment over waist belts of a variety of widths.

Abstract: A scabbard and method of using, for a baton used by security and police-personnel is provided. The scabbard includes a baton holding element and means to attach the scabbard to a user's belt. The attachment means permits the user to adjust the angle at which the baton is held and permits the angle to be fixed so that the user need not readjust the position each time that the scabbard is worn. The scabbard also can adjusted for use with belts of different widths; and uses deep socket hex screws that provide greater strength in connection and little interference with clothing so that damage does not occur. The method describes the manner in which the provided scabbard can be used.

Abstract: A system for carrying and rapidly accessing implements carried on a belt, especially implements used by law enforcement officers. The system uses a hinged floor carried on a flatplate having a belt loop. The hinged floor is held perpendicular to the flat plate by a strap or cover having a quick-release latch at the top. When the strap or cover is released the floor drops to form an angle with the flat plate, allowing the user to quickly remove the implement using one hand.

Abstract: An apparatus, and method of use thereof, for storing, transporting and deploying multiple restraint system components is provided. The inventive apparatus consists of two trays composed of flexible materials. The first tray is configured for storing wrist and ankle restraint systems, the second tray, smaller than the first tray, includes a top-mounted compartment for storing a multi-point restraint connection system. The storage compartment of second tray is secured to the tray by releasable connectors, and is at least partially disengaged to receive the various components of the multi-point restraint connection system, and releasably secured thereafter. The connection system is stored in such a manner as to partially display a portion of each system component outside of the storage compartment, with each portion oriented toward its eventual deployment area once the second tray is placed on the structure on which the EDP will be restrained.

Abstract: A concealable baton scabbard or carrier for use with an expandable baton includes a tubular cylindrical baton housing having an interior chamber adapted to receive a baton. First and second wing members are attached to substantially diametrically opposite sides of the baton housing and each wing member has at least one belt receiving slot adapted to receive a belt that can be worn about the user's waist. The baton scabbard is configured so that the wing members and baton housing establish an outer profile when worn on a belt that does not deviate significantly from a normal line of tension created by the belt whereby the scabbard or baton are substantially undetectable under an article of outer clothing worn by the user in overlying relation to the scabbard.

Abstract: A baton carrier featuring an attachment assembly that is rotatable with respect to the holder portion of the carrier. The baton carrier can be placed in various angular positions with respect to the attachment assembly on the user's belt. The rotatable attachment assembly simplifies the removal of a baton, as well an enhancing comfort for the wearer, by allowing the user to position the carrier at an optimum angle. The baton carrier of the present invention can also accommodate belts of different widths. In one embodiment, the attachment assembly has an adjustable member whose position along the assembly can be changed to allow belts of different widths to be looped therethrough. In another embodiment, one of a plurality of inserts of various sizes may be selected for insertion within the belt loop of the attachment assembly.

Abstract: A concealable baton scabbard or carrier for use with an expandable baton includes a tubular cylindrical baton housing having an interior chamber adapted to receive a baton. First and second wing members are attached to substantially diametrically opposite sides of the baton housing and each wing member has at least one belt receiving slot adapted to receive a belt that can be worn about the user's waist. The baton scabbard is configured so that the wing members and baton housing establish an outer profile when worn on a belt that does not deviate significantly from a normal line of tension created by the belt whereby the scabbard or baton are substantially undetectable under an article of outer clothing worn by the user in overlying relation to the scabbard.

Abstract: A baton holder consisting of at least one portion comprising the means adjustable into an opened position for insertion in and withdrawing of a baton from the holder and into a closed position for fixing the baton in the holder where the holder comprises an outer portion and an inner portion mounted for longitudinally motion in the outer portion along the longitudinal axis of the holder whereby the outer portion and the inner portion are provided by mutually cooperating elements (21, 24; 11, 14) permitting the inner portion to open in the opened position of the holder and to close and fix the baton body in the closed position of the holder. The inner portion consists of a cradle (2) having a generally opened cylindrical outer surface (201) and a cylindrical inner surface (20) and the outer portion consists of an opened elongated body (1) having a generally internal cylindrical surface (10) to support said cradle (2).

Abstract: A support device for an elongated weapon which is connectable to a belt. The support includes a housing having a bottom and a wall portion extending from the bottom along the dimension of elongation of the weapon. The wall portion forms an open chamber for accommodating the weapon and positioning the elongated weapon in an upright manner with the weapon resting on the bottom of the housing. A clamp releasably secures a portion of the elongated weapon in the upright manner, but is removed with a force applied outwardly from the housing. A slot is formed in the wall portion and extends along the majority of the dimension of elongation of the weapon.

Abstract: A scabbard for carrying a baton on the limb of a user in a manner such that the baton may be quickly released from the scabbard and placed into use. The baton may include a handle to be grasped by the user and an end portion that is releasably secured to the scabbard. The scabbard includes a main body portion having a first end and a second end. The first end may include a means for fastening the main body member to the second end to secure the main body member about the user's limb. A retainer assembly including a first flap, a second flap and a support member is affixed to the main body portion releasably engages the baton to secure the baton to the main body portion.

Abstract: A baton carrier featuring an attachment assembly that is rotatable with respect to the holder portion of the carrier. The baton carrier can be placed in various angular positions with respect to the attachment assembly on the user's belt. The rotatable attachment assembly simplifies the removal of a baton, as well an enhancing comfort for the wearer, by allowing the user to position the carrier at an optimum angle. The baton carrier of the present invention can also accommodate belts of different widths. In one embodiment, the attachment assembly has an adjustable member whose position along the assembly can be changed to allow belts of different widths to be looped therethrough. In another embodiment, one of a plurality of inserts of various sizes may be selected for insertion within the belt loop of the attachment assembly.

Abstract: Police officers have had many improvements in their equipment in recent years, except in one constant area. They often struggle with the removal of equipment from their utility belts and are unable to put the items into action quickly and easily. This invention relates generally to easy, quick access to the items held on a police officer's belt. This is especially common to non-lethal weapons and ammo clips, but not limited to these in any way. From this point on the term “officer” will refer to a police officer.

Abstract: A support device for an elongated weapon which is connectable to a belt. The support includes a housing having a bottom and a wall portion extending from the bottom along the dimension of elongation of the weapon. The wall portion forms an open chamber for accommodating the weapon and positioning the elongated weapon in an upright manner with the weapon resting on the bottom of the housing. A clamp releasably secures a portion of the elongated weapon in the upright manner, but is removed with a force applied outwardly from the housing. A slot is formed in the wall portion and extends along the majority of the dimension of elongation of the weapon.

Abstract: A baton carrier for expandable batons is constructed for receiving and stowing expandable batons when in either the retracted or expanded position. The baton is received in a cylindrical holder having a bottom constructed such that a retracted baton cannot pass through the bottom when retracted, but the inner shafts of the baton can pass through the bottom when extended. A friction shoe positively secures the baton in the holder by pushing against the baton. A cinch bar is used to selectively lock the friction shoe. A belt attachment assembly secures the holder to the belt of the user.

Abstract: A scabbard for carrying a baton on the torso of a user in a manner such that the baton may be quickly released from the scabbard and placed into use. The baton includes a handle to be grasped by the user having a first end portion which is releasably secured to the scabbard. The scabbard includes an elongated strap adapted to be worn about the torso of the user having a first end and a second end. The first end includes a means for fasting the strap to an article of clothing or equipment worn by the user. The second end is likewise adapted to be retained by a belt or other clothing or equipment worn by the user, preferably proximate to the waist of the user. A retaining means such as a snap is affixed to the second end of the strap, which releasably attaches to a complementary structure in the end portion of the baton. A loop is also provided which is attached to the strap between the first and second ends.

Abstract: A generally cylindrical baton having a center of gravity displaced from its longitudinal axis reducing the tendency of the baton to roll when laid on a generally horizontal supporting surface. The baton includes a flat end which permits the baton to rest vertically on a generally horizontal supporting surface and a handle operatively connected to a substantially rigid band secured between the ends of the baton which slides along the length of the baton permitting the baton to be easily concealed while being carried.

Abstract: A handcuff container (1) is made of pieces (3, 4, 5) of material that are connected together to form compartments (13, 19) between the pieces into which a pair of handcuffs may be held. One of the handcuffs (the "inner" handcuff) is held in the inner compartment (13) which is formed by the two inner pieces (3, 4), and the second handcuff (the "outer" handcuff) is held in the outer compartment (19) which is formed by fastening the two outer pieces (4, 5) to each other using a releasable fastener (22A, 22B). When thus held in place, the outer handcuff is partially exposed. The handcuff container (1) can be attached to a user's belt (7) or equipment. Using a natural forward motion, the user, such as a law enforcement or security officer, grabs onto the outer handcuff which wedges between the outer two pieces (4, 5) that make up the outer compartment (19) and releases the fastener.

Abstract: A holster for a side handle baton is formed from a single blank of leather or plastic. The blank is formed and stitched to provide a belt loop and a flared open ended pocket having an axis at an angle with the horizonal. The blank may be folded to provide a left hand or right hand holster. A notch in the upper edge of the pocket accepts the side handle when a baton is inserted to prevent rotation of the baton, and the baton forms a friction fit with the lower open end of the pocket. The method provides for making a baton holster with a unitary blank folded and fastened to form either a left hand or right hand holster.

Abstract: A baton holder formed of a coated solid unitary frame having an open inner diameter for receiving the baton includes a resilient lip, formed integrally with the coating, to grip the baton when inserted in the baton holder and a cradle that extends upwardly having a concave surface facing the inserted baton to cradle the baton and thereby stabilize it in the baton holder. An attachment portion facilitates attaching the baton holder to the belt of a user by means of an attachment loop. The resilient lip may be formed in a snap-on insert, removably mounted on the frame, that includes at least one resilient leaflet. The insert obviates the need for the coating and facilitates removal and replacement of the insert when required.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a belt pack for use by law enforcement officials or civilians for handgun concealment and torso protection. The belt pack includes an upper compartment and a lower compartment. The compartments are foldably connected at one end and attached by VELCRO or a similar securing method at another end. Inserts composed of KEVLAR or other bullet-resistant material are contained within interior sections of both compartments. The upper compartment further includes a metal trauma plate to protect the chest of the wearer. When opened, the belt pack reveals a handgun holster attached to the lower compartment and areas along the upper compartment for identification, such as police badges. A neck strap coupled to upper compartment allows the belt pack to serve as a bullet-resistant vest for the wearer.

Abstract: A pouch for a truncheon or baton having a body with an open upper end with a retaining flap to hold the truncheon in the pouch; and a lower end having at least one finger to enable the passage therethrough of the shaft of the truncheon when in the extended position, yet preventing unwanted extension of the shaft when the truncheon is placed in the pouch in the retracted position.

Abstract: A baton carrier for expandable batons is constructed for receiving and stowing expandable batons when in either the retracted or expanded position. The baton is received in a cylindrical holder having a bottom constructed such that a retracted baton cannot pass through the bottom when retracted, but the inner shafts of the baton can pass through the bottom when extended. A friction shoe positively secures the baton in the holder by pushing against the baton. A cinch bar is used to selectively lock the friction shoe. A belt attachment assembly secures the holder to the belt of the user.

Abstract: A harness for supporting a handgun holster adjacent the thigh of a wearer in a position relative to the wearer's torso which is maintained even though the wearer may be engaged in vigorous activity and precludes shifting of the holster as would disadvantage the wearer in an emergency situation. The harness includes a waist belt and at least one or a pair of substantially rigid shankpieces mounted to the waist belt to extend downwardly alongside the respective thighs of the harness wearer. On the lower end of each shankpiece is fastened a leg strap for tightening about the wearer's leg adjacent thereto and precluding shifting of the waist belt and shankpieces relative to the torso. The handgun holster is mounted on the outside of one of the shankpieces to extend downwardly alongside the thigh in offset relation thereto.

Abstract: A holder for a telescoping police baton has a generally tubular body for receiving the baton endwise, either end first. An annular shoulder within the lower end of the body is engageable with the lower end of the baton and has an inwardly extending flange to support the baton vertically and prevent an inner telescoping section of the baton from extending downwardly from the baton holder.

Abstract: A belt-mounted flashlight holder includes a belt loop subassembly and a cradle subassembly that are pivotally connected to permit the mounted flashlight to be rotated to any of several detented rotational positions. The cradle subassembly can accommodate flashlights or batons of various diameters within a reasonable range and includes a flexible removable jaw that is forced by a cam against the barrel of the flashlight so that the elastic restoring forces in the movable jaw provide the force that retains the flashlight in the cradle. The flexibility of the movable jaw and cradle permits the flashlight to break away from the cradle in which it is held if the flashlight is jerked by an assailant or if the flashlight becomes caught on an object. The cam includes a high spot that renders it stable in both the locked and released positions. The belt loop subassembly includes provision for mounting the flashlight holder on a wall or other reasonably flat surface.

Abstract: A baton carrier for expandable batons is constructed for receiving and stowing expandable batons when in either the retracted or expanded position. The baton is received in a cylindrical holder having a bottom constructed such that a retracted baton cannot pass through the bottom when retracted, but the inner shafts of the baton can pass through the bottom when extended. A friction shoe positively secures the baton in the holder by pushing against the baton. A cinch bar is used to selectively lock the friction shoe. A belt attachment assembly secures the holder to the belt of the user.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for supporting items for use by a law enforcement officer. The device comprises a central container formed of a flexible material in a box-like configuration. The container has large rectangular parallel front and rear walls with small rectangular parallel side walls therebetween. In addition, the container also has a rectangular bottom wall with peripheral edges coupled to the lower edges of the front, rear and side walls. The container also has a vertically disposed divider wall coupling the front, rear and bottom walls parallel with the side walls forming two regions. A pair of laterally disposed upper flaps as an upward extension from the upper extent of the rear wall are adapted to cover the upper edges of the front, rear and side walls for selectively opening and closing access to the regions of the container.

Abstract: Holster for a truncheon, the holster being a unitary folded substantially sheet which is folded along a front portion and having meeting edges along a rear portion, and a transverse screw-and-nut combination connecting the two folded portions of the sheet to provide an adjustment to the clamping action of the holster to the truncheon. An optional keeper strap with a quick-opening fastener, and a thumb-engageable tab may be included to maintain the truncheon securely in the holster until the tab is pushed to open the holster. A pivotable belt loop member is attached to the holster and is adjustable to provide convenient positions for supporting the holster and truncheon in any position.

Abstract: A composite of an audio and/or video recorder mounted and securable on a handgun holster having a holster-mounted recorder-activation switch activatable of the recorder upon withdrawal of the handgun from the holster, remaining activated until return of the handgun to the holster. Other weapon holsters also each with a recorder activation switch in each holster are activateable when the weapon is withdrawn, mounted in parallel electrical circuitry with the handgun-activation switch, for additional weapons such as mase and a baton.

Abstract: A firearm accessory holder which facilitates concealed carry on a belt of a wearer, includes a backing portion, having upper, left and right lateral sides, and a rear face for placement against the wearer; belt slots for threading of a belt therethrough, attached to the backing portion; and a first pouch portion, attached to the backing portion and canted toward the wearer, for retention of a flashlight of the type having a biased actuation switch on one end thereof, the first pouch portion having a limiting portion constructed for defining clearance between the actuation switch and the first pouch portion. The accessory holder may include a second pouch portion for retention of a firearm ammunition magazine.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying multiple pairs of handcuffs comprising a wristlet retaining member attachable to a belt. The retaining member shaped to define a wristlet receiving slot dimensioned to slidably receive a portion of one of the handcuffs. The retaining member including a biasing portion and a rigid portion with one end of the rigid portion overlapping one end of the biasing portion such that the biasing portion is positioned inwardly adjacent the second end of the rigid portion.

Abstract: An unobtrusive carrier for self-protective devices is disclosed. Such a carrier has a body portion to which is connected a carrying strap. The body portion has a special secret compartment which is solely accessible by a spring-biased opening at one end of the body portion. The spring-biased opening comprises a frame assembly having two frame members pivotally connected to each other such that they can alternately be held in closed position against the spring-biasing or snapped to open position by the spring arms when a catch is released. A holster is provided within the secret compartment.

Abstract: A magazine pouch having a main body portion and a belt loop portion, the main body portion and the belt loop portion being formed as a one-piece construction, the main body portion having an open top for receiving a magazine therein, and a closed bottom to retain the magazine, the main body portion having two substantially parallel but spaced apart ends defining an open side therebetween, there being provided at least one fastener passing between the ends and across the open side to maintain the ends in a desired but spaced relationship.

Abstract: A spray container storage and retrieval system encompassing both an apparatus and method enabling quick, safe retrieval of a spray container from a holster.In a first embodiment, a spray container with a forward trigger is stored in a specially designed sleeve having a special surface for securing the forward trigger from the discharge position. In a second embodiment, a flanged sleeve facilitates the springing displacement of a spray container having a safety flap over the discharge button and is intended to be used with a flap holster, and with a spray container which has no discharge button which can be utilized with a specialized structure on the sleeve. The third embodiment includes an open holster having an inwardly disposed locking groove which engages a pin collar fitted about the upper portion of a spray container, which can be re-used on subsequent spray containers by removing it from the used spray container and re-installing it on the new spray container.

Abstract: A baton carrier for expandable batons is constructed for receiving and stowing expandable batons when in either the retracted or expanded position. The baton is received in a cylindrical holder having a bottom constructed such that a retracted baton cannot pass through the bottom when retracted, but the inner shafts of the baton can pass through the bottom when extended. A friction shoe positively secures the baton in the holder by pushing against the baton. A cinch bar is used to selectively lock the friction shoe. A belt attachment assembly secures the holder to the belt of the user.

Abstract: A holster apparatus for use in combination with a self-protection chemical dispenser having a cylindrical body equipped with a spray nozzle and an actuator button. The holster includes a casing having a body portion for receiving the dispenser. The casing also includes a first retainer at one end thereof which can be a flap and a second retainer at the other end thereof for selectively holding the dispenser in the casing in the position so that the dispenser can be actuated by the actuator button to cause protective chemicals to be sprayed from the spray nozzle while the dispenser is in the casing. Separate belt connectors adapted to be attached to a user's belt and an attaching structure is provided for operably connecting or disconnecting the casing to the belt connector whereby the casing with the dispenser therein can be quickly and easily accessed for use or stored away for immediate re-access.

Abstract: The spray container storage and retrieval system of the present invention encompasses both an apparatus and method enabling quick, safe retrieval of a spray container from a holster.In a first embodiment, a spray container with a forward trigger is stored in a specially designed sleeve having a special surface for securing the forward trigger from the discharge position. In a second embodiment, a flanged sleeve facilitates the springing displacement of a spray container having a safety flap over the discharge button and is intended to be used with a flap holster, and with a spray container which has no discharge button which can be utilized with a specialized structure on the sleeve. The third embodiment includes an open holster having an inwardly disposed locking groove which engages a pin collar fitted about the upper portion of a spray container, which can be re-used on subsequent spray containers by removing it from the used spray container and re-installing it on the new spray container.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for carrying and accessing multiple safety devices, wherein the removal of one safety device simultaneously activates a second safety device. The method includes removing a chemical spray canister secured to a pack body, wherein an activation cord pulls an alarm pin thereby activating an audible alarm. The apparatus includes a spray canister and an audible alarm attached to a pack body, the canister and alarm being concealed by a cover. The cover is attached to the pack body with multiple slide fasteners. The cover has attached thereto a rip cord, so that when the rip cord is pulled by the user, the cover is partially or completely removed to expose the spray canister and the alarm; the spray canister and the alarm are interconnected by a cord so that removal of the spray canister simultaneously activates the audible alarm.