Search Procedures Overview

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Who may conduct pat searches of male offenders according to the text?

Only male DOC employees

Only female DOC employees

Either male or female DOC employees or contract workers (correct)

Only male contract workers

Under what circumstances can a female offender be pat searched by a male DOC employee?

If there is no female employee available (correct)

If the offender consents

If the pat search is for a transgender offender

If the security concern is not immediate

When may a female transgender offender request a strip search according to the text?

Anytime upon request

Only if exigent circumstances dictate

Whenever the offender is uncomfortable

If an employee of the gender the offender identifies with is available (correct)

What kind of search can female transgender offenders request according to the text?

Both strip and pat search Signup and view all the answers

When may exigent circumstances dictate the need for an immediate search according to the text?

When there is an immediate security concern Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of conducting searches in a correctional facility based on the text?

To prevent escapes and disturbances Signup and view all the answers

How should searches be conducted in a correctional facility according to the text?

Frequently and unannounced to maintain safety Signup and view all the answers

What accommodation should be provided to offenders with disabilities during searches?

Reasonable accommodation as directed by the supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may a health care appliance be forcibly removed during a search?

In the presence of qualified medical staff or during an emergency Signup and view all the answers

Who determines which areas of the facility or DOC property require searches?

The administrative head or designee Signup and view all the answers

In what manner should searches be accomplished in a correctional facility according to the text?

Respectfully and without unnecessary force or destruction of property Signup and view all the answers

How often will all living unit common areas be searched for contraband and unauthorized items?

Once a week Signup and view all the answers

What type of documentation is required to be maintained on file for a period of three years?

Search log documenting cells and common areas searched Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should two employees be present to perform searches together?

When searching cell of close custody offenders Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there is reasonable cause to believe an offender has concealed contraband inside a healthcare device?

Disassemble the device for inspection Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to approve the search of an offender's legal box if exigent circumstances exist?

The shift commander or custody/control manager Signup and view all the answers

How often should all other areas besides living unit common areas be scheduled for searches?

Every quarter Signup and view all the answers

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