Unit 3 Lesson 3 Riots PDF

Unit 3 Types of Emergencies Lesson 3 Riots Lesson Goal You will be able to respond to a disturbance or a riot. Think About This Tensions between inmates has increased over a three-week period. An inmate approaches an of- ficer and advises them to take the next day off, and they do. The officer...

Unit 3 Types of Emergencies Lesson 3 Riots Lesson Goal You will be able to respond to a disturbance or a riot. Think About This Tensions between inmates has increased over a three-week period. An inmate approaches an of- ficer and advises them to take the next day off, and they do. The officer finds out later that a riot occurred and caused a lot of damage. The officer feels somewhat responsible for what happened. What would you have done if you were in this situation? Riots and Disturbances ✅ CO833.1. Understand the difference between a riot and a disturbance Any incident that disrupts the normal operations within a facility is a disturbance. A food strike, inmates refusing to return to a work squad, or a fight between two inmates in a dorm could be considered minor. Such disturbances can usually be handled with minimal staff. However, distur- bances can escalate into a riot very quickly. A riot is a disturbance with uncontrolled violence by inmates, usually directed at the administration. An example of a riot could be fights breaking out in several locations at once, significant property damage, or hostage situations. External support, such as local law enforcement, may be needed to contain or control a riot. ✅ CO833.2. Know the conditions that prompt a riot or disturbance Conditions that may lead to a riot or disturbance can include overcrowding, racial tensions, poor living conditions, STG activity, dissatisfaction with food, mail, or medical service, policy changes, loss of privileges, and fights. ✅ CO833.3. Know the indicators preceding a riot or disturbance You should be aware of indicators that precede a riot, such as changes in the behaviors of inmates, food hoarding, weapons manufacturing, unusual groupings of inmates, and an elevation in fights and requests for protective custody. An inmate may also share specific information about an impend- ing riot or disturbance with you, or suggest that you take a day off. Staff should have a heightened sense of awareness when the normal routine changes and inmates seem tense. Abrupt changes within the correctional facility (for example, it gets too quiet or too loud) may be an indicator that a disturbance or riot is pending. Chapter 8 Responding to Incidents and Emergencies / 265 Equipment ✅ CO833.4. Know the equipment needed when responding to a riot or disturbance You need to be aware of post orders and emergency procedures and be prepared to use any equip- ment necessary to resolve a riot or disturbance. Equipment will vary according to each agency’s resources but can include restraints, chemical agents, electronic control devices (ECDs), firearms, non-lethal and impact weapons, shields, emergency keys, and communication devices. Standard Procedures Disturbances or riots can be handled in similar ways; the level of response will be reduced for a disturbance. You will need to make quick decisions regarding immediately exiting the area or direct- ing any non-certified staff to safety. ✅ CO833.5. Know how to follow standard procedures to respond to a disturbance or riot Techniques for responding to a disturbance or riot include increasing communications among staff, or freeing up additional personnel and resources to respond simultaneously to the threat with appropriate use of force. Due to the nature of riots, the emergency can move into other areas. Procedures to contain a riot may involve using structures, such as internal gates, roll gates, doors, and cross fences and posting of additional security personnel. During a riot or disturbance, provide the control room with as much information as possible. Include the location, status and scope, approximate number of inmates and bystanders involved, and any weapons involved. Post-riot procedures may include: accounting for all on-duty staff and visitors checking security of the facility administering first aid to the injured separating ringleaders and agitators performing a strip search of all involved inmates according to agency policies conducting an institutional inmate count debriefing staff conducting a thorough investigation of the riot repairing damage 266 / Florida Basic Recruit Training Program (CO): Volume 1