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Unit 4 Inspections Lesson 1 Inspection Criteria and Methods Lesson Goal You will be able to follow the proper procedures for inspecting the equipment and structure of a correctional facility. Think About This Equipment or facility inspections can occur before or after a specific activity, s...

Unit 4 Inspections Lesson 1 Inspection Criteria and Methods Lesson Goal You will be able to follow the proper procedures for inspecting the equipment and structure of a correctional facility. Think About This Equipment or facility inspections can occur before or after a specific activity, such as visitation, rec- reation, or inmate transports. Inspections can happen on a regular or irregular schedule. To ensure the smooth operation of the facility, you need to know how to perform thorough and systematic inspections. Failure to do so can lead to the introduction of contraband, threats to officer safety, and inmate escape. Inspections Depending on the type of inspection being conducted, you may follow a list, schedule, or check- off sheet. The type of equipment needed depends upon the purpose and location of the inspec- tion. Inspections must be thorough, systematic, timely, and safe. Criteria may include confirming the presence and functionality of equipment assigned, and following a schedule for inspections. Inspections are generally done on a regular schedule, and conducted before or after certain activi- ties, such as visitation, recreation, or inmate transports. Common items are used for inspection, such as flashlights, mirrors, gloves, and probes (a probe can be as simple as a pencil). Common items used to record inspections include logs, writing pads, inventory lists, and report forms. ✅ CO441.1. Inspect facility equipment To complete a basic inspection: Begin the inspection at a specific location. Inspect in an orderly sequence. Make sure the equipment operates properly. Record any deficiencies found during the inspection. Make any possible on-the-spot corrections. Leave the area the way it was found, never in disorder. 122 / Florida Basic Recruit Training Program (CO): Volume 1 Inspections must be done systematically. Identify starting and ending points, and then organize the inspection in a step-by-step process. Inspection techniques may also include taking notes and closing doors when finished. To inspect a facility for structural or property damage: Schedule the inspection. Consult the agency’s inspection guidelines for each type of inspection. Be familiar with the structure. Review safety procedures for the operation of equipment to be used for the inspection. As determined by the type of inspection, search inmates, remove inmates from the area to be inspected, and place inmates under supervision until the conclusion of the inspection. Check the area for cleanliness, structural integrity, and safety. Review documentation as available and appropriate to complete the inspection and ensure its accuracy. ✅ CO441.2. Conduct a facility structural inspection Inspect for structural deficiencies by making sure that the structure has not been tampered with, and to confirm proper functioning of its components. Structural deficiencies generally refer to issues that affect normal operation or functionality of buildings and their security. You should routinely examine your surroundings to make sure equipment such as gates, doors, and locks are operational. Some structural deficiencies require special equipment or training to conduct an inspection. These instances may require special inspection methods. For example, inspecting windows on the second floor of a building at night may require a ladder and a flashlight. Another example would be inspect- ing firefighting equipment or testing gas lines, both of which may require special training. Chapter 4 Facility and Equipment / 123