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What is required for inmate workers who have assignments outside the secured areas when returning to the facility?
What is required for inmate workers who have assignments outside the secured areas when returning to the facility?
Which principle is NOT part of the 9 Principles of Direct Supervision?
Which principle is NOT part of the 9 Principles of Direct Supervision?
What should a detention employee do first when discovering a non-responsive inmate?
What should a detention employee do first when discovering a non-responsive inmate?
In the event of a non-responsive inmate, what action should NOT be taken with the hanging material?
In the event of a non-responsive inmate, what action should NOT be taken with the hanging material?
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What is the recommended temperature range for occupied areas as per protocols?
What is the recommended temperature range for occupied areas as per protocols?
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Which of the following is NOT a method of Force mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a method of Force mentioned?
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What is one of the Chiefs General Orders related to staff behavior?
What is one of the Chiefs General Orders related to staff behavior?
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What action should the Building Control Officer take after being notified of a non-responsive inmate?
What action should the Building Control Officer take after being notified of a non-responsive inmate?
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What is the defining characteristic of Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment?
What is the defining characteristic of Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment?
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Which of the following best describes a Hostile Work Environment Sexual Harassment?
Which of the following best describes a Hostile Work Environment Sexual Harassment?
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What color armband indicates an inmate is in the General population?
What color armband indicates an inmate is in the General population?
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In the event that the primary evacuation route is inaccessible, which route should the inmates use?
In the event that the primary evacuation route is inaccessible, which route should the inmates use?
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What happens to inmates in the event that all designated evacuation routes are blocked?
What happens to inmates in the event that all designated evacuation routes are blocked?
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Who is responsible for assisting with the movement and security of evacuees during an evacuation?
Who is responsible for assisting with the movement and security of evacuees during an evacuation?
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What is the purpose of the inmate armband colors?
What is the purpose of the inmate armband colors?
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Which evacuation option requires inmates to remain in a sally port until staffing allows for further movement?
Which evacuation option requires inmates to remain in a sally port until staffing allows for further movement?
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Study Notes
Sexual Harassment
- Quid Pro Quo: Occurs when a supervisor demands sexual favors in exchange for job benefits (promotions, raises, etc.) or adverse actions (demotion, termination) if the employee refuses.
- Hostile Work Environment: Sexual harassment severe or pervasive enough to make the workplace intimidating, offensive, and alter employment conditions. Anyone can commit this type of harassment.
Inmate Armband Colors
- Blue: General population
- Orange: Work release
- Red: High risk/escort
- Green: Inmate work program
- Yellow: Medical, suicidal, mentally/physically impaired, or with disabilities/escort
Evacuation Routes
- Option 1: Main stairway to arraignment room, classification officers and housing movement officers assist with control. Utilized when possible.
- Option 2: Sally port to loading dock, then main corridor to arraignment room; utilized if main stairway is impassable. Classification officers and housing movement officers assist with control.
- Option 3: Bonds division corridor to underground parking garage to outside perimeter, then back to main corridor to arraignment room; utilized if secondary route is impassable. Classification officers and housing movement officers assist with control.
Searches
- Off-site workers: Strip searched upon re-entry.
- On-site workers: Pat searched by pod officers upon return to housing.
Principles of Direct Supervision
- Effective Control
- Effective Communication
- Effective Supervision
- Classification and Orientation
- Competent Staff
- Ownership of Operation
- Justice and Fairness
- Safety of Staff and Inmates
- Manageable and Cost-Effective Operations
Chiefs General Orders
- Be Safe
- Be at Work
- Be a Leader
- Have the Right Attitude
- Treat Everyone with Dignity and Respect
Off-Site Holding Facilities
- Priority locations: Myers Park, Collin County Service Center. Capable of holding entire inmate population, used for temporary holding during off-site facility evacuation.
Temperature Control
- Occupied areas: Maintain temperature between 65°F and 85°F.
Use of Force
- Officer presence
- Verbal direction
- Physical Response Techniques
- Soft intermediate weapon controls
- Hard intermediate weapon controls
- Lethal force
Non-Responsive Inmate
- Notification: Notify Building Control immediately.
- Response: Building Control summons medical staff and Housing Floor Officers, calls 911 for ambulance.
- Hanging: Staff cuts hanging material above knot, lowers inmate, starts and continues revival efforts until relieved by medical.
- Security: Secure area. Staff does not leave scene until dismissed by supervisor.
PREA
- Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts related to sexual harassment, inmate classification through armband colors, and emergency evacuation routes within a correctional facility. Test your knowledge on workplace behavior, prison protocols, and safety measures to ensure a secure environment.
