Phase Two Jail Academy

Identify how professionalism influences ethics.

* A skilled jail officer strives to reach a high level of proficiency in using various tools of the trade and in making legal and ethical decisions. Professionals are held to a higher standard and expected to make ethically sound decisions. County jails are one element in an overall system of corrections. Other elements include prisons; community corrections, including probation and parole; and juvenile detention and corrections. People who work in each of these elements are professional people doing a professional job. As such, they are governed by professional codes of ethics, just as other professionals (doctors, lawyers, certified public accountants, etc.) are governed by the codes of ethics of their professions.

Indicate the key provisions of s. 940.29 regarding an officer's abuse, neglect, or ill-treatment of inmates.

*Any person in charge of or employed in a penal or correctional institution or other place of confinement who abuses, neglects or ill-treats any person confined in or a resident of any such institution or place or who knowingly permits another person to do so is guilty of a Class I felony

List the questions that are appropriate to ask an inmate who has made verbal references to death or suicide.

*Are you thinking of killing yourself?*Do you want to die?

Indicate suggested actions officers should take to avoid being manipulated in specific types of inmate manipulation attempts.

*Assume it is an attempt to manipulate *Be aware of the motivations for inmates to do what they do *Communicate with other staff about the inmate's behavior both verbally and in writing *Remember you are there to supervise, not to be friends *Always remember that inmate con games, no matter the type, are always a threat to the safety and security of the jail.

Define hallucinations

*Auditory or visual stimuli that a person perceives that are not based in reality. Hearing voices is the most common form of hallucinations. *Hallucinations can also include smelling things that aren't there or feeling things that aren't there - feeling things crawling on you or smell flowers when there are no flowers around, etc.

Identify Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and what symptoms you may see in the jail.

*Autism is a disability that affects social understanding, communication and behavior. It occurs on a spectrum of severity, and every person with autism is very different *Socially awkward *Avoid eye contact *Repetitive movements - rocking back and forth, hand flapping, etc. *Non-responsive to commands *Speech and language problems (may talk with vocabulary of a child) *Easily overwhelmed *Either fear or curiosity with people in uniform (They may try to grab shiny things of your belt, may be scared of you simply for being in uniform, etc.)

List basic guidelines for documentation of observations of inmate behavior that may be indicative of emotional distress or mental disorder.

*Be objective - only document exactly what you see, or hear, not what you THINK is going on *Do not offer diagnoses - just document the behavior, not what you think the behavior might be from *Include specific details - who, what, when, where, why, how, action taken, results, date/time/location/names *Include specific quotations where appropriate *Include actions or dispositions that you made *NEVER use slang or derogatory words about an inmate or their behavior *ALWAYS REMEMBER - IF IT ISN'T DOCUMENTED, IT NEVER HAPPENED

Indicate the reasons that an officer should try to accomplish the objective of control through presence or dialog.

*Dialogue may help diffuse a situation and de-escalate so that it doesn't get to the point of force being necessary. *Presence - visible show of authority - Multiple officers may help minimize the need of use of force options. *Presence helps to create a positive environment and it should always be your first option in attempting to gain control. *Dialogue helps to generate voluntary compliance so other force options won't be necessary. *Presence and dialogue make up 97-98% of the force options used by officers.

Describe the different skills needed to observe inmates in an indirect versus direct supervision area.

*Direct supervision area - they are visually watched round the clock directly - we are in the pod with them the whole time *Indirect supervision - inmates observed during security checks, meal times, program times, visitation, etc. Otherwise, they are only observed via cameras

List basic guidelines for supervision of inmates with serious thought disorders.

*Do not be sarcastic or demeaning. Do not make fun of an inmate *Don't argue with a person suffering from hallucinations or delusions. Do not tell them that what they are experiencing is not real. For them, it is VERY real. *Many people who are delusional incorporate everything into their delusional system, even the most innocent of events. *If an inmate appears to be hearing voices, or tells you they are hearing voices, try to find out what the voices are telling them. Are they telling the inmate to hurt themselves? Hurt others? Kill themselves or someone else? *Try not to make "negative" comments to a person suffering from hallucinations or delusions. If you say, "We're not going to hurt you." They may only hear "Hurt" and take it as a threat. Instead, use positive words like "We're here to help you." *Do not let inmates bully, harass, make fun of, or exploit and inmate with an apparent thought disorder *Do not back an inmate who appears to be suffering from hallucinations or delusions into a corner. They may feel trapped and lash out at you. *Be aware of their potential for suicide or assaultive behavior. The flip side of suicide is homicide. *Be sure the inmate gets their medications, as ordered.

List basic guidelines for effective supervision of inmates undergoing serious depression.

*Do not tell them to "snap out of it". They are not able to do this *Do not try to convince them that their reasons for feeling depressed is not a valid reason *Be concerned and supportive, not harsh or sarcastic *Encourage the inmate to participate in activities *Be sure the inmate gets any prescribed medication, as ordered *Consider every depressed inmate as a potential suicide risk

Identify guidelines for supervision of inmates experiencing normal emotional distress.

*Do what you can to minimize their feelings of distress *Keep larger problems or crises from occurring -Structure the jail experience for them (especially first-time inmates) - let them know what to expect -Try simply listening to the inmates -Help inmates accomplish simple tasks like making a phone call, arranging a visit, or getting aspirin, etc. -Ensure the safety of inmates -Follow crisis intervention steps if an inmate seems unusually disturbed or upset -Refer inmates to a professional if appropriate

Describe correct action by an officer if he or she violates fraternization boundaries.

*Document the incident *You should immediately stop and report yourself to a supervisor. You will face consequences for your actions, but if you are honest from the beginning, you may still be able to keep your job. It will be better to turn yourself in than to hide it and have a supervisor find out about it later.

Identify key guidelines for an officer to follow to try to keep inmates safe from other inmates.

*Properly classify inmates for housing *Pay attention to information from inmates that they are, or may be in danger from other inmates *Pay attention to information from other sources that an inmate may be in danger or assault from another inmates *Observe inmates for indications of possible threats or risks to safety *If you observe or become aware of a situation in which the safety of one or more inmates seems to be at significance risk, take appropriate actions to try to keep inmates safe *Do not ignore inmate requests for a change in housing (based on the inmate feeling their safety is jeopardy) *If you become aware of an assault or a possible assault in progress, take action immediately *Your duty to protect inmates also requires that you intervene if you observe another officer using force inappropriately against an inmate

Describe the importance of recognizing unethical behavior (slippery slope, complacency, retired on duty, minimizing);

*If you recognize it in the early stages, you are more likely to be able to change the path (whether your own path, or someone else's) It may start out with something "small", but slowly progress to more serious unethical acts. If you notice it right away, you can stop from going down the "slippery slope" to making a hugely unethical decision.

Identify the required procedures for handling an apparent minor rules violation incident according to DOC 350.24(2).

*Inform the inmate of the rule they violated and tell them the possible disciplinary actions to be taken *Give the inmate opportunity to explain their behavior *Impose the penalty for a minor rule violation if, after listening to inmate, you feel doing so is appropriate

List assumptions that an officer should make regarding inmate manipulation attempts.

*Inmates will attempt to manipulate officers *Inmates pay attention to the officers to determine which officers are easier to manipulate *Inmates will use information to try to get you to reveal info to them

List the steps in the P-A-S-S sequence for activating a fire extinguisher.

*Pull - the pin *Aim the hose *Squeeze the trigger *Sweep back and forth at base of fire

Document your findings.

*Report narrative *Add any photographs taken *Include any sketches made - if it's not to scale, make sure to state that it is not to scale *Crime scene log - who came in and out, what time, what department they are with, reason for them being in the area *Any statements made from witnesses (given voluntarily - WE cannot specifically question anyone) *Any videos that you have - includes jail cameras

List the possible penalties that may be imposed on inmates for major rules violations according to DOC 350.24(3)

*Restrictions of privileges for 24 hours or more *Placement in disciplinary segregation for 24 hours or more *Loss of good time and/or huber privileges

List the basic goals for supervision of inmates.

*Retain custody of inmates *Control inmates *Care for inmates

Identify guidelines for effective observation of inmates.

*Maintain good position - Maintain adequate distance - Face inmates squarely - Look directly at the inmates *Maintain proper body posture - Try to eliminate distracting behaviors or nervous habits (foot tapping, biting your nails, etc.) - Incline your body slightly forward to show your attention *Observe inmates carefully - Be quiet and unobtrusive - Be alert to the emotional climate - Be alert to group behavior and relationships between inmates - Watch for signs of tension between inmates

List key guidelines for officers to follow to avoid fraternization.

*Maintain professional distance *Don't become involved with inmates' family *Don't get caught in long discussions with an inmate *Interact with the inmates, and move on

Identify the things that an officer should check for when inspecting a jail fire extinguisher.

*Make sure it is 100% accessible - not blocked by anything *There is a tag that has a visible date of the last recharge or passed inspection *There is no indication of corrosion or mechanical damage *The lock pin and seal (plastic tie) are intact *Make sure that it is full (or at least in the green operational section of the gauge) *If it has been used, no matter how little, it MUST be refilled/recharged immediately *The hose and hose coupling are in good condition and show no signs of tampering *The hose is free of cracks *The hose is free of dirt or grease accumulation *The nozzle is not plugged with anything (pencil, gum, matches, etc.) *There are no indications of any tampering

List behaviors by an officer, other than those indicated in s. 940.225, that could constitute sexual misconduct.

*Making sexual comments or sexual innuendos to inmates *Suggest having an intimate/sexual relationship with an inmate *Asking or demanding sexual favors from an inmate *Commenting on an inmate's appearance in a sexual way, including comments about the inmates body, physical appearance, sexual orientation, sexual activity, sexual history, etc. *Touching an inmate inappropriately, even if it is not genitals, any physical touch could be construed as sexual in nature *Hugging or kissing an inmate

List common personality characteristics of inmates with an intellectual disability.

*May not take initiative in making friends *May have little self-confidence *May depend on others a lot *May be highly suggestible *May have a great desire to please and be accepted by others *May insist on unrealistic goals and then get frustrated at not being able to achieve those goals *May have distorted picture of own abilities *May easily give up or get frustrated easily when things don't go their way *May act immature, even childish *May be nervous or highly anxious

List the reasons officers commit suicide

*Mental health, specifically untreated depression *They see suicide as the only way to end their pain, whether it's physical, mental, or emotional. *They feel like they can't ask for help because they are supposed to be strong and in control and asking for help is felt to be a sign of weakness.

Identify basic guidelines for ignition control in a jail.

*Never let inmates have access to lighters, matches, etc. *Limit inmate access to electrical sources and regularly check outlets as well as chords

Identify reasons that being available to listen to inmates is important

*Not only will being a good listener help defuse many difficult situations, it will also make you more receptive to learning information of all sorts from inmates. If you are a good listener - if you are willing to take the time to listen - inmates are much more likely to give you information that you may want or need. A jail where officers take the time to listen to inmates usually has a better, calmer overall climate.

Identify common behavioral indicators of possible suicide risk in an inmate.

*Obvious signs of depression or withdrawal *Physical evidence of self-harming behaviors - cuts on arms, neck, or face, rope marks on the neck, cigarette looking burns, etc. *Intoxication of drugs or alcohol

Discuss the most common fuel sources for fires in a jail setting.

*Paper products (Legal paperwork, books, magazines, toilet paper, etc.) *Mattress padding *Excess clothing *Cleaning supplies

List the steps in conducting a pre-don check of an SCBA unit.

*Physically and visually check the facemask *Physically and visually check the tank and tank pressure *Physically and visually check the condition of the harness assembly *Test the regulator and alarm system a. Check that the mainline and by-pass valves are closed. Turn on the air tank valve. Check that the alarm rings. b. Cover the exhalation port with your palm. c. Open the mainline valve. Check that the air tank and regulator pressure gauges match within 100 p.s.i. d. While keeping the exhalation port covered, turn off the air valve. e. Slowly release the pressure of your palm on the exhalation port. Check that the alarm rings at approximately 500 psi.

List the basic skills involved in "sizing up" situations while observing inmates.

*Positioning - Place yourself in a position where you can hear and see what is going on *Posturing - Maintain proper body posture - stand erect, shows strength and confidence *Observing - Observe inmates carefully

List actions that are part of "positive behavior management."

*Praise, encouragement, appreciation *Privileges/programs *Communication skills

Identify the purposes of each of the modes on INTERVENTION OPTIONS.

*Presence - To present a visible display of authority *Dialogue - To verbally persuade *Control Alternatives - To overcome passive resistance, active resistance, or their threats *Protective Alternatives - To overcome continued resistance, assaultive behavior, or their threats *Deadly Force - To stop the threat

Indicate guidelines for proper supervision of inmates with apparent developmental disabilities.

*Screen inmates for possible developmental disabilities at initial screening *In classifying, make sure to house them somewhere which will best ensure their safety and security *Be patient *Speak clearly and repeat questions or orders if necessary *Don't be rude, mean, or sarcastic and don't demean the inmate in ANY way. *Ensure the inmates physical needs are met (eating/sleeping/well-clothed, etc.) *Take steps to make sure other inmates do not harass, exploit, or abuse an inmate *Praise an inmate for positive achievement *If necessary, help the inmate maintain contact with friends, family, attorneys, etc. *Refer inmates who seem to be in need of more professional help

Identify the assessment factors that may help determine if an inmate is a possible high suicide risk.

*Someone who has attempted suicide in the past *Someone who is having command hallucinations with voices telling them to do something *History of drug or alcohol abuse with mental illness - unpredictable behavior *Has high-status in the community with a particularly "shameful" offense *Law enforcement officers *Victims of sexual assault

Describe the steps of a daily inspection of an SCBA unit.

*Tank has adequate pressure (at least 2000 psi) *All valves are closed *All straps are fully extended *All stops are fully opened (The stops are what locks the straps in place when you tighten them down) *The facemask is clean *The check MUST be documented

Indicate key things that an officer can learn by carefully observing inmates.

*Tensions, problems, or hostilities between inmates *Indications that some inmates are harassing or exploiting or abusing others *Indications of possible mental or emotional distress which an inmate is experiencing, including suicidal thinking or behavior

List the recommended questions to ask during an intake health screening to determine an inmate's possible suicide risk.

Have you ever attempted suicide before? *Have you ever been hospitalized for a mental or psychiatric illness? *Are you currently under treatment for any mental or psychiatric illness? *Are you currently taking any medications for a mental or psychiatric illness? *Have you been told by a professional that you need medication for a mental or psychiatric illness? *Are you feeling suicidal now?

Define deadly force.

The intentional use of a firearm or other instrument that creates a high probability of death or great bodily harm.

Understand the effects of an ECD and how to safely assist in a situation where an ECD is used.

* Electronic Control Devices are instruments in which a safe amount of electricity is used to affect the sensory and/or motor nervous system of the body. The ECD generates an electrical current that is transmitted to the subject's body through probes, either directly attached to the ECD (contact deployment) or attached to wires that are shot at the subject (distance deployment). Two points of contact on the body are required to complete the electrical circuit. The electrical current then follows the circuit, including the portion of the body between the probes, causing sensory and/or motor nervous system overload. *If pepper spray is used, make sure it is not alcohol based if an ECD is to be used - if alcohol based OC Spray is used, and then an ECD is used, the OC Spray is flammable and could start the inmate on fire. *Try not to touch the inmate while the ECD is being deployed as the current could also travel through you, affecting you as well as making the current less intense for the intended target.

Identify the key principles for supervision of inmates and control of inmate behavior.

*A good jail climate is one where inmates and staff feel that there is a high degree of security and that people are relatively safe *Correctional staff members have the authority and ability to set the tone for what happens in the jail *Correctional officers have the responsibility to act as responsible adults when interacting with inmates and in that capacity, they serve as role models *Most inmates, when treated properly, will act like normal adults *Control of the jail by jail staff, is in part, dependent on the inmates and whether they view the jail staff as fair, humane, and reasonable *Inmates have the right to expect that there will be clear expectations for their conduct, and that the consequences for misbehavior will be fair, just, and applied consistently to everyone.

List the three possible penalties that may be imposed on inmates for minor rules violations according to DOC 350.24(2).

*A verbal or written reprimand *Restrictions of privileges for 24 hours or less *Placement in disciplinary segregation for 24 hours or less

Indicate the justification for use of deadly force.

*Action that has caused, or imminently threatens to cause death or great bodily harm to you, or to another person or persons

Articulate the process for a simulated search and rescue operation to locate inmates in a living area;

*Always make sure you have at least 1 other officer with you *Start in one corner and systematically proceed around the area *The leader always keeps one hand on a wall as a guide. *The other officer holds onto the leader's ankle (so you don't get separated and disoriented) *Always be aware of where you are *Always know how many inmates should be in the living area before you go in to look for them *Make sure to communicate with each other the whole time

Describe the required procedures under DOC 350.25 for placing an inmate in administrative confinement.

*An officer is to notify his/her supervisor of "any incident that may require administrative confinement of an inmate." The supervisor is then to determine whether to place the inmate in such confinement. However, if a supervisor is not present, an officer is authorized to place the inmate in administrative confinement, and a supervisor is then to review that placement within 24 hours. (DOC 350.25(2)) *A supervisor is to review an inmate's "progress in administrative confinement," at least once every seven days and to determine when the inmate "no longer presents a threat to the safety, security and order of the jail," and is thus able to be released back to general population. (350.25(3)) *There is to be a notation both in the inmate's file and in the jail log regarding the "reason an inmate is placed in administrative confinement and the length of time the inmate remains in administrative confinement." Such documentation may be done either by the officer involved or his/her immediate supervisor. (DOC 350.25(4))

Demonstrate the ability to use deadly force decision-making in a simulated jail setting.

*Any action used with the intention and high probability of causing death or great bodily harm is considered deadly force

List basic principles and techniques for staff-inmate supervision.

*Be professional and take pride in your job *Know your job *Maintain good personal appearance and hygiene *Treat people the way you want to be treated *Be polite *Treat all inmates fairly and equally *Recognize individual differences in inmates *Put your personal opinions and prejudices aside while supervising the inmates *Expect inmates to act like adults *Try to be sensitive to the problems of the inmates *Be available to listen to inmates *Make decisions and be a leader *Never bully or abuse inmates *Do not make promises you don't intend to keep or that you cannot keep *Never lie about inmates or inmate behavior *Follow through on orders or directions that you give to inmates *Do not be afraid to say no *Do not argue with inmates *As much as possible, let the inmates make decisions about things that affect them *When addressing inmates, do not use profanity, vulgarity, or degrading terms *Be cautious about giving inmates advice *Be aware that some inmates will test you and may try to manipulate you *Never enter into financial transactions with inmates *Keep your personal life personal *Never talk about inmates or other officers in front of inmates *Always be alert to inmate behavior *Don't be too harsh or too lenient *Don't be afraid to seek assistance if needed *Identify inmate leaders and try to gain their cooperation *Be yourself

Identify common categories, or types, of inmate manipulation attempts, and the characteristics of each.

*Being overly nice - "You're my favorite officer", "You look nice today", "You're the nicest officer here." *Divide and conquer - trying to play officers against each other *Being "over-informative" - trying to give officers "special information" about situations in the hopes of getting the officer to share information that should not be shared *Make officers jump - asking for things from the officer only minutes after they already did it - Med pass just got done, inmate asks if they can get Tylenol, 5 minutes later, another inmate asks for Tylenol...etc." Trying to get the officers to jump whenever they want something.

Identify basic guidelines for fuel control in a jail.

*Check cells regularly for accumulated papers, clothing, anything that can be used to start a fire *Limit allowable amounts of flammable items the inmates can have in their cells *Check for damage to mattresses/pillows regularly and replaced if they have been tampered with or damaged. There should be no rips/tears/missing padding *Don't allow inmate to have items that come in aerosol cans (Hairsprays, deodorants, etc.)

Differentiate between the five common categories of fires.

*Class A: Wood, cloth, paper, rubber, and many plastics *Class B: Oils, grease, tar, petroleum, oil base paint, lacquers, and combustible gases *Class C: Electrical fires (Possibility of shock) *Class D: Combustible elements - magnesium, titanium, zirconium, sodium, lithium, and potassium *Class K: Combustible cooking oils - vegetable oil and animal fats that burn at extremely high temperatures

List the four categories of possibly serious mental disorders that are common among inmates in jails.

*Clinical depression *Bipolar disorder *Thought disorders like schizophrenia *Anxiety disorders

Indicate the common problems that can result from an officer's failure to recognize and respect the boundaries between officers and inmates.

*Compromises your ability to properly supervise inmates *Creates undue resentment from inmates for being treated differently *Makes it easier for inmates to manipulate you *It can compromise jail safety and security of inmates and others

Describe how to gather and analyze data, when doing so is necessary.

*Consider everything surrounding the decision. This includes knowing who is being affected and what consequences exist

Identify the best option for monitoring an inmate who is considered a very high suicide risk.

*Constant observation - if they act, immediate action can be taken *If constant observation is not possible, then no more than 4 - 5 minute intervals - Biological death can occur in as little as 4 to 5 minutes in a hanging attempt

Identify the elements that are the basis for a moral perspective on ethics in a correctional environment.

*Correctional officers want to be considered professional *Professionals make ethical decisions *One unethical act could stay with you for the rest of your career

Identify proper procedure to protect evidence and contraband.

*DO NOT move anything unless it is absolutely necessary *If an item must be moved, make sure to document it, where it was, and why you moved it *Always wear gloves if you MUST move anything *If contraband is found, just document it (What it is, where it was found) do not remove it from the scene *If an item needed to be moved to save a life, don't move it back, just leave it where it ended up, but document what was moved, where it was moved from, where it was moved to, and WHY it had to be moved)

Describe the decision-making processes and tools to use in ethical dilemmas.

*Define the issues - What is the ethical dilemma? *Who are the interested parties? - person facing the ethical problem, the person(s) immediately affected, the institution/agency, the community, and society in general *What are the consequences? - Consider both the positive and negative outcomes *What is the obligation or duty? - Someone else acting unethically does not give you an excuse to also act unethically. What SHOULD you do? *Explain your decision - Relate it back to a code of conduct

List prohibited forms of punishment for rules violations.

*Denial of food or certain dietary orders *Restrictions on religious practices *Denial or restrictions to medical care *Denial or restrictions to access to attorneys or other court officials *Denial or restrictions to basic sanitary or hygiene needs *Corporal punishment (beating them for no reason) *Intentional humiliation or mental abuse *Use of chemical agents (OC Spray, Mace, Pepper balls, etc) *Use of electronic devices (Stun gun, taser) *Use of restraints

Identify and secure the scene.

*Determine what area could be considered the crime scene (what area may have evidence, and remember, you can always make the area smaller, but you can't expand it after the fact without compromising or losing evidence) *Secure the scene by taping off the perimeter and insuring no one unnecessarily comes into or out of the crime scene until investigators arrive

Identify at least four medical conditions that can cause behavior that is similar to behavior associated with mental disorders.

*Diabetes *Head injuries *Severe infections *Medication reactions *Alcohol/drug reactions *Hypertension *Pre-menstrual syndrome *Epilepsy

List specific things that an officer should avoid doing to maintain a professional distance from inmates.

*Don't enter a personal relationship with inmates *Don't socialize outside with inmates (when they are released) *Don't socialize with inmates' family (spouses or children) *Don't get involved in long discussions with inmates *Don't accept loans, gifts, gratuities from inmates or their families *Don't get involved in financial transactions with inmates *Don't discuss your personal life with inmates *Don't discuss the personal life of other staff members with inmates *Don't discuss actions of any fellow employees, or talk about department business, operations, or policies or procedures *Don't do favors for inmates *Don't offer special treatments for inmates *Don't deliver articles to inmates, or procure items to be delivered to them, or have such items or articles in your possession with the intent to deliver them to inmates *Don't receive anything from an inmate with the intent to remove it from the jail

Describe the requirements of DOC 350.24 regarding informing inmates of jail rules.

*Every jail shall have written rules of behavior for inmates. At the time of admission, each person shall be notified verbally of the existence of the jail's rules for inmate behavior and the potential disciplinary actions imposed for violation of the rules. Each inmate shall be provided with a copy of the jail rules or copies of the rules shall be posted in conspicuous places in the jail

List the three characteristics that a person may display that may indicate a potentially serious mental health problem.

*Extreme degree of behavior - So severe, they can't even function *Inappropriateness to the situation - laughing when they are told someone has died, etc. *Unusual for the individual - someone who is normally happy and carefree becomes reserved and serious/extra quiet

List the common indicators of serious depression.

*Feelings of profound sadness that don't go away *Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness *Deep feelings of guilt and self-blaming *Loss of interest in activities you used to really enjoy *Loss of sense of humor *Difficulty concentrating and memory problems *Sometimes, unusual or persistent irritability *Physical symptoms - Change in eating patterns - either eating a lot more, or total loss of appetite - Change in sleeping patterns - either sleeping all the time or not being able to sleep - Feeling overly tired all the time - Constipation - Loss of sex drive - Complaints of persistent physical symptoms including - dizziness, headaches, stomach problems, feeling faint, numbness, and so on

Describe correct action by an officer if he or she gets caught in an inmate manipulation attempt ("con game").

*Finally, if you do get caught in an inmate "con game" in such a way that you may have compromised or broken jail rules or policies, remember that the best course of action is ALWAYS to stop the situation before it gets worse. As indicated in the previous section, Fraternization Issues, the best course of action is ALWAYS to immediately (1) document the situation and what you did, and (2) tell a supervisor what you have done and what the situation is. Then be prepared to "take your lumps." If you lie or try to hide your behavior or simply hope that the problem will go away, you will almost certainly come out worse than if you are honest and forthright and willing to accept the consequences for your mistake.

Identify sources of normal emotional distress among inmates.

*Financial/employment issues *Marriage/relationship problems *Problems/issues with children/parents/other family members *Alcohol/drug problems *Health problems/concerns *Legal concerns

Describe general guidelines for disciplining inmates for minor rules violations.

*Get all the facts *Don't discipline when angry *Use warnings, counselling, or reprimands rather than punishment whenever possible *If you verbally inform an inmate about behavior, and that inmate stops that behavior, don't write them up for it4 *Do not threaten punishment *If punishment is necessary, make the punishment fit the offense *Be fair, impartial, and consistent *Never lie about an inmate having committed a rule violation

Identify the advantages of offering a variety of programs and a range of privileges to jail inmates.

*Gives inmates constructive ways to spend their time *Improves overall jail climate *Allows staff the opportunities to restrict the privileges as a form of punishment

Identify the response procedures to a fire alarm in a jail.

*Go by your facilities policies and procedures - but generally, determine where the alarm came from, determine if the fire department needs to be contacted, determine if inmates need to be moved, determine which officer is going to do what in a fire emergency

Identify the procedure to cut down a hanging inmate, whether or not the victim appears to be dead.

*Have at least 2 officers (3 is preferred, more is even better) *One holds the victim and supports the head and neck of the victim *The other cuts the rope/sheet/etc. while preserving the knot. *Both officers carefully lower the victim to the ground (protecting the head and neck) *Lay them on the floor, not something softer like a bunk

Define delusions.

*Ideas or thoughts that are not based in reality, but the person is totally convinced that it is real - the FBI is watching them and out to get them, one's mind is being controlled by others or they are under the physical possession of someone else, etc.

Identify the steps involved in the decision-making process.

*Identify the problem *Explore alternative options available *Select an alternative *Implement a solution *Evaluate the results to determine effectiveness

Demonstrate carrying methods for removing victims from a smoke-filled environment.

*If the inmate is on a mattress or blanket, you can use that to move the inmate by grabbing one side and pulling the inmate *Two-person carry - (extremities carry) - one officer is behind the inmate and lifts the inmate by hooking their arms under the armpits of the inmate, the other officer stands facing away from the inmate at their feet, they hook their arms under the knees of the inmate, then both officers lift the inmate at the same time and carry them to safety *Shoulder pull - grab the clothing beneath the shoulders, use your arms to steady the inmates head and neck, drag them out in as straight of line as possible *Ankle drag - Grab the inmate by their ankles and carefully drag them out of the area (Being careful not to bounce the head on surface imperfections)

Identify the allowed reasons that an inmate may be placed in administrative confinement according to DOC 350.25.

*If the inmate presents a substantial risk of physical harm to self or another person, or property *Threatens the security or order of the jail *Inhibits a pending disciplinary investigation

List the criteria for a subject's threat to be considered "imminent" in regard to justification for application of deadly force.

*Intent - The subject must indicate his or her intent to cause great bodily harm or death to you or someone else. This can be done either by stating intent to kill you or someone else, or by showing intent to do so by approaching you armed or unarmed in a way that you reasonably perceive to be threatening. *Weapon - The subject must have a conventional or unconventional weapon capable of inflicting great bodily harm or death. Guns and knives are not the only weapons; many other common objects can be used as weapons. Many individuals are even able to inflict death or serious injury with their hands or feet alone, and some widely-available items, such as pens or pencils, can be used as weapons. *Delivery system - The subject must have a means of using the weapon to inflict harm. For example, a person with an edged weapon, having stated his or her intention of killing you, does not meet the criteria for imminent threat if he or she is on the other side of a locked door. There is no delivery system. The same person standing ten feet from you in the same room does meet the criteria.

Indicate the usefulness of a non-suicide pact or agreement as a tool to try and prevent an inmate suicide attempt.

*It helps establish a mindset for the inmate that death by suicide is not ok *It gives them a way to reach out for help if they begin to feel suicidal or have suicidal thoughts. *It gives them options when they otherwise feel hopeless and helpless in their current situation *It is a positive and supportive way to help stop an inmate from considering suicide as an option.

Recognize the triggers, signs, and events that can cause Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

*It is a psychological result of experiencing a deeply shocking or disturbing event *Can be caused by repeated exposure to stressful events or cumulative stress *Sometimes stems from life before being an officer - sometimes past military experience *Symptoms can be triggered by sights, smells, sounds

Explain the consequences of unethical behavior (stakeholders, career survival, public, etc.).

*It reduces public confidence that you are able to do your job in an ethical manner *County jails are closely tied to other elements of the criminal justice system, such as law enforcement, prosecutors, defense attorneys, the courts, probation and parole, prisons, and so on. Such entities may be considered "stakeholders" regarding a jail operation because they are affected by what happens in the jail. If jail employees behave unethically, that may reflect poorly on these other elements of the criminal justice system and may compromise their ability to do their jobs *Family members (of inmates) may not have confidence in jail staff to be able to properly care for their loved one *It undermines the security and control of the jail *It compromises the relationships between staff and inmates, as well as relationships between staff *It has negative consequences in the relationship between supervisors and their subordinates - potential system breakdown - if supervisors behave unethically, it may lead officers to act unethically as well because the supervisor shows by their behavior that it is ok, or if an officer acts unethically, it reduces the confidence of your supervisor that you can properly and ethically do your job *It can get you fired - #1 reason officers are fired is for not being truthful *It can get you into legal trouble - you can be charged for certain unethical acts - may be criminal charges or civil rights actions against you depending on what your actions were.

Identify the purpose of an officer's written incident report on an apparent major rule violation by an inmate.

*It serves as your justification and your formal means of stating your justification of actions taken *It allows administration to understand what exactly happened *If formal disciplinary action is taken, it gives you documentation proving the guilt or innocence of the inmate in the situation

Indicate the three key components of a jail officer's legal duty to protect inmates.

*Keep inmates safe from other jail staff *Keep inmates safe from other inmates *Keep inmates safe from themselves (self-harm/suicide)

Identify key components of the American Jail Association Code of Ethics.

*Keep the institution secure *Work with everyone firmly and fairly *Maintain a positive demeanor *Report (either by word of mouth or in writing) the things that should be reported and keep silent the things that should remain confidential *Manage and supervise inmates in an even-handed and courteous manner *Refrain from becoming personally involved with inmates or their families *Treat all visitors with politeness and respect and ensure that they follow rules and regulations *Take advantage of all training and educational opportunities *Communicate with everyone (inside and outside of the jail) in such as way so as not to have a negative representation of my department *Contribute to the jail environment which will keep inmates involved in activities that are designed to improve inmates' attitude or character *Support all activities of a (associations and memberships) professional nature that will elevate the status of those who operate the jails. Do my best by word and deed to present a positive picture to the community or corrections and law enforcement in general

Illustrate the tasks of a jail officer regarding fire extinguishers in a jail.

*Know the locations of all fire extinguishers in your facility *Know how to use the extinguishers in your facility *If your facility has more than one kind of extinguisher, know which kind of extinguisher you need to use *Know how to make a basic inspection of the extinguisher to make sure it functions properly in an emergency

Outline the responsibilities of an officer regarding fire detection equipment in a jail.

*Know where all gear (Fire extinguishers, SCBA's, etc.) are located *Know how to properly use all equipment *Know how to check for issues with any equipment *Know exactly what to do in the event of a fire (notify proper authorities, fire suppression, search and rescue, evacuation of inmates as well as staff and visitors, and so on)

Explain the legal "duty to protect" inmates who are or may have an intellectual disability or have some other form of developmental disability.

*Legal duty is to take reasonable steps and make reasonable efforts to ensure their needs for proper mental health are met.

Indicate the three major parts of good positioning.

*Maintain adequate distance *Face inmates squarely *Look directly at inmates

Describe the "styles" of being a corrections officer that affects the choices and behaviors of an officer.

*The avoider - Does minimal work to get by, avoids engaging with inmates if possible, sees certain types of people as not very worthy *The enforcer - Views people as "good" or "bad" - no in between, deals harshly and punitively with people because they "deserve it", may want to use force as a first option instead of trying to resolve issues verbally *The reciprocator - Conflicted about rules and views inmates as well as staff as equals, may bargain with inmates for cooperation, may minimize or rationalize inmate's behavior instead of disciplining them *The professional - Is comfortable with legitimate use of authority, is firm, yet compassionate, acts morally and resists unethical behavior, sees inmates as individuals, but still treats all inmates fairly, takes pride in their work

Identify the basic parts of an open circuit SCBA unit.

*The tank - containing compressed air *The mask *The pressure regulator *High-pressure hose and alarm system *The harness

Identify key provisions of s. 940.225 regarding an officer having sexual conduct or sexual intercourse with inmates.

*The term "sexual intercourse" involves penile penetration of a vagina, whether the male emits semen or not. It also includes cunnilingus, fellatio, or anal intercourse between persons. It also includes "any other intrusion however slight, of any part of a person's body or of any object into the genital or anal opening either by the defendant or upon the defendant's instruction. The emission of semen is not required." (s.940.225[5][c]). Regarding the "any other intrusion" section of this definition, you might be guilty of a criminal offense not just if you intrude a body part or object into an inmate's body, but also if you direct another person to do so.

Indicate the two things that distinguish "minor" rule violations from "major" rules violations according to DOC 350.24.

*The types of penalties, or punishment, which may be imposed for a rule violation *The procedures that must be followed before any such punishment may be administered

Identify the characteristics of a good disciplinary (behavior control) system in a jail.

*There are definite expectations for inmate behavior *Certain privileges are available to inmates if they follow the rules and don't misbehave *Punishment - when necessary - is administered fairly, quickly, and consistently *Failure to follow rules will result in certain consequences, such as restrictions of privileges or time in segregation

Identify the key reason that serious depression of jail inmates is a significant concern.

*There is a very high correlation between severe depression and suicidal feelings. When an inmate who has been depressed begins to come out of his or her depression, do not assume that the inmate is no longer a suicide risk. In fact, he or she is an even higher risk - at least for a while. This is because when the inmate was most depressed, he or she may have made a decision to commit suicide, feeling that things are utterly hopeless, but he or she did not actually have the energy or willpower to make the attempt. Then, when he or she begins to come out of the depression, the suicidal thoughts may still remain but now the inmate has the energy to make the attempt.

Identify common reasons that jail inmates attempt to manipulate staff members.

*To relieve boredom *To impress other inmates *To enhance their physical comfort or to get items or privileges that they would otherwise not receive *To compromise jail security (by getting contraband, including drugs or money, set up situations to make it easier to sexually assault other inmates or staff, or otherwise exploit another inmate, to set up escape attempts) *Trying to exert some form of personal control in a very controlled environment

Summarize the basic tasks that an officer should perform in a search-and-rescue operation.

*Unlocking cells and cellblock doors *Searching for inmates *Rescuing inmates, some of which may be unconscious *Evacuating inmates

Demonstrate the use of dialogue to control a subject in a simulated jail setting.

*Using O.I.R, REACT, or different levels of dialogue (Search talk, Persuasion, Light Control Talk, and Heavy Control Talk)

Demonstrate empty hand control in a simulated setting.

*Using your hands as force to control either by escort holds, or compliance holds, etc., or by striking

Gather information from people involved in the alleged violation.

*We can ask "What happened?" *We cannot ask any questions about who, what, why. That has to be left to the investigator because the witnesses must be mirandized before being questioned. If you question someone without mirandizing them, none of their statements are admissible in court. *If someone just starts talking about what happened, we must document, but not question any further. Voluntarily given information is admissible in court. Any specific information obtained by questioning WITHOUT being mirandized by a sworn officer is NOT.

Identify the elements regarding evacuation of inmates that a jail officer must know in advance of an emergency.

*Who has the authority to order the evacuation - senior officer? Sergeant? Sheriff? *Evacuation routes - where are you taking the inmates and the safest way to get them there *Security procedures during evacuation - do all inmates need to be handcuffed?

Describe the role of a jail officer in the provision of "due process" for an apparent major rule violation by an inmate.

*Write a report about the incident *Notify the supervisor about the incident