Observation and Monitoring of Inmates
Care, Custody and Control of Inmates
Medical, dental, psychiatric, chaplain, substance abuse services, classification, additional services that may be provided such as education or legal.
What is the enforcement of a penalty for a violation of established rules and is used to ensure compliance of those rules
discipline
five
what does the security check include (pre-dining security check)
examining locations where contraband can be concealed.
Paying attention to changes in the housing area can also alert you to possible illegal activities such as
escape plans or attemps
Illness and injuries require a _____ referral
medical
an activity or behavior that is not permitted in a correctional facility
rule violation or infraction
a body count is a type of
informal count
what areas should this check include
tables, chairs, heaters, ceiling fans, beverage containers and trash cans
an incident that is out of the ordinary and disrupts the normal operations of the facility is
unusual occurrences
It is essential that you take good field notes to adequately relay the information to the service provider and later document the incident. What are the basic steps when making a referral
Identify the need for a referral, Interview the inmate, staff or others, Contact the service providers, Request an escort if needed, Make the referral, document the incident.
the discipline process involves the following
counseling, verbal warning
written warning, disciplinary report
this can also be known as an emergency count
recount
What are some type of dietary needs inmates may have
diabetic, religious restrictions, allergies and inmates requiring additional portions.
Inmates may modify their uniforms by
rolling up a pant leg, tying their shoes in a specific pattern, writing graffiti on clothes and wearing clothes backwards or insideout
Who will coordinate movement of inmates who have received a referral inside a correctional facility
control room or supervisor
a statement to the inmate that they have committed a rule violation and should correct the behavior immediately
verbal warning
the count should be completed in a what type of manner
timely, systematic and accurate
what is essential for effective observation of all inmates activity in the dining area
officer positioning and patrolling
what is an essential component of effective observation?
Listening skills
when escort is necessary, security considerations prior to movement include?
inmates classification level, types of restraints used, and number of officers needed.
what type of questions should you ask an inmate or other observers when trying to gather information observed
How do you began your count
an audible alarm system (tell the inmates its count time)
How many trays can an inmate receive at one meal
one