Safety

Performance Outcome 3.1.

Identify restraints and restraining procedures.

Training Objective Related to 3.1.

1. Given a practical exercise, identify restraints (mechanical, medical, and electronic, etc.)

2. Given a written exercise, define positional asphyxia.   

3. Given a practical exercise, identify safe and effective restraining procedures.

4. Given a practical exercise, identify take down techniques and procedures.

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.1.1. Identify safe and effective restraining procedures.

3.1.2. Identify control and/or take down technique(s) in standing, kneeling, and prone positions.

3.1.3. Identify restraining devices.

3.1.4. Identify and demonstrate the use of leg irons or other devices that restrain legs or  the torso

            3.1.5. Define positional asphyxia.                      

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify and demonstrate safe and effective handcuffing of cooperative single and multiple inmates.

2. Identify and demonstrate safe and effective handcuffing in the following positions.

a. Standing

b. Kneeling

c. Prone

3. Identify and demonstrate a safe and effective handcuffing/restraining of an inmate after having performed a learned control and/or take down technique(s) in standing, kneeling and prone positions.

4. Identify and demonstrate application of leg irons or other devices that restrain legs or torso avoiding increased levels of force and methods that presents unnecessary injury potential to the trainee and inmate.

5. Definition of positional asphyxia.

a. Primary medical dangers associated with the sudden restraint of a violent inmate

b. Primary medical dangers associated with positional asphyxia.           

Performance Outcome 3.2.

Identify drug possession and evidence collection procedures.

Training Objective Related to 3.2.

1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify potential drugs and indicators of possible drug contraband possession by inmate, staff and/or visitors:

a. Drug use in the institution

b. Drug use and abuse by user

1. Concerns

2. Controls

c. Narcotics, other controlled or abused substances, tobacco and alcohol

1.  Appearance

2.  Effect

d. Behaviors associated with narcotics, other controlled or abused substances, tobacco and alcohol

1.  Hallucinogens

2.  Barbiturates

3.  Amphetamines

4.  Methamphetamine (ICE)

5.  Inhalants

6.  Dextromethorphan (DMX)

7.  PCP

8.  LSD

9.  Marijuana

10.  Jimsom Weed

11. Bath Salts

12.  Spice

13.  Gravel

14.  Over the counter

15.  Alcohol

16.  Tobacco products

e. Intoxicants

1. List

2. Availability

3. Materials

f. Methods of introduction

g. Dependency

h. Signs and symptoms

2. Given a written exercise, identify procedures and techniques for removing, preserving, protecting and properly documenting contraband as evidence:

a. Remove

            b. Preserve

            c. Protect

            d. Reporting and documentation

            e. Types

            f. Chain of custody

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.2.1. Identify indications that an inmate(s), visitor(s) and/or staff has possession of contraband

3.2.2. Identify contraband evidence collection procedures (drugs, needles, syringes etc.)

3.2.3. Identify narcotics and other controlled abused substances

3.2.4. Identify inhalants and OTC drugs

3.2.5. Identify of other illegal drugs or substances         

3.2.6. Demonstrate evidence collection procedures

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify indicators of possible possession of contraband.

a. Drug use in the institution

b. Drug use and abuse by user

c. Concerns

d. Controls

e. Narcotics and other controlled or abused substances, tobacco, or alcohol products

1. Appearance

 2. Effect

3. Behaviors

4. Description

 5. Odor

             6. Slang/street names

             7. Methods of introduction

a. Dependency

b. Signs and symptoms

2. Identify procedures and techniques for removing, preserving, protecting, and properly documenting contraband as evidence.

a. Remove

b. Preserve

c. Protect

d. Reporting and documentation

e. Types

Performance Outcome 3.3.

Identify homemade and/or improvised weapons.

Training Objective Related to 3.3.

1. Given a written exercise, identify methods and material readily available to create homemade and/or improvised weapons.

2. Given a written exercise, identify procedures for removing, preserving, protecting, and properly documenting homemade materials and weapons.

3. Given a written exercise, identify safety techniques to safe guard staff, visitors and inmates

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.3.1. Identify methods and materials to create homemade and or improvised weapons

3.3.2. Identify and demonstrate procedures for removing, preserving, protecting and properly documenting homemade materials and weapons.

3.3.3. Identify safety techniques to safe guard staff, visitors, and inmates.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify methods and material to create homemade weapons.

2. Identify procedures for removing, preserving, protecting, and properly documenting homemade materials and weapons.

3. Identify safety techniques to safe guard staff, visitors, and inmates.           

Performance Outcome 3.4.

Transport inmates inside and/or outside of the facility.

Training Objective Related to 3.4.

1.  Given a written or practical exercise, identify the proper procedures and techniques related to the operation of a vehicle, if required to perform job responsibilities.

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.4.1. Identify escort and transport procedures in and/or outside facility

3.4.2. Identify search procedures

3.4.3. Identify security procedures including interior and exterior checks

 3.4.3.1. Rearview mirror and/or camera system to allow for observation

                        3.4.3.2. Observe surroundings to ensure security and safety.

                        3.4.3.3. Application of restraints

                        3.4.3.4. Behavioral observations

                        3.4.3.5. Communication capabilities

                        3.4.3.6. Sight and physical supervision of agency vehicle

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Demonstrate and identify procedures to safely and efficiently transport inmate(s) inside and/or outside the facility.

a. Transportations

1. Bereavement visits

2. Court

3. Medical appointments

4. Other facilities

             b. Procedures

1. Prior

2. During

3. After

4.  Safety

5.  Security

6. Search/searches

a. Inmate

 b. Property

7.  Identification

8.  Loading and/or unloading

9.  Reporting and documentation

10.  Notification of breaches, discrepancies, and/or incidents

 11.  Assistance           

 a. Transporting

 b. Restraint(s)                      

c.  Weapons

c. Loading and/or unloading

d. Returning

e. Transport vehicle

1. Inspection

2.  Search

            f. Awareness and/or observation of inmate and surroundings 

1.  Controlling disruptive inmate

2.  Distractions

3.  Risks

2. Identify and demonstrate methods to observe inmates and surroundings to ensure security safety.

3. Demonstrate how to avoid disturbances and/or distractions.

a. Do not relax after restraining

b. Maintain sight supervision.

4. Identify statements or behavioral observations that indicate an inmate(s)  is a danger to himself or to others, and be able communicate/document these observations.

Performance Outcome 3.5.

Identify routine and emergency transportation procedures; safety rules and guidelines; and vehicle maintenance checks.

Training Objective Related to 3.5.

1. Given a practical exercise, identify:

a. Routine and emergency transportation procedures

            b. Statutory authority

c.  Vehicle maintenance check procedures

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.5.1. Identify sections of the Code of Virginia § 46.2-104, § 46.2-349, § 46.2-920  and § 46.2-1300.

3.5.2. Identify procedures for routine and/or emergency transports.

3.5.3. Identify maintenance standards and requirements.             

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify statutory authority.

2.  Identify procedures for routine and/or emergency transports.

3. Identify vehicle maintenance check procedures.

Performance Outcome 3.6.

Transport ill or injured inmate(s).

Training Objective Related to 3.6.

1. Given a practical or written exercise, identify the steps to transport an ill or injured an inmate(s) to receive medical care.

 Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.6.1. Identify medical and biohazard precautions;

3.6.1.1. Protective masks and personal protective equipment

3.6.1.2. Cleaning hands, face, masks, restraints, and vehicle after transport

3.6.2. Identify restraining procedures as injury and/or illness permits

3.6.3. Identify security procedures and risks

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

 1. Identify and demonstrate appropriate medical and biohazard precautions to take should subject possibly have an airborne or blood borne pathogen:

a. Protective masks, restraints, and personal protective equipment

b. Cleaning hands, face, masks, and vehicle after transport

2. Identify security procedures when transporting an inmate who is injured and/or ill, as permitted.

3. Identify steps to avoid disturbances and/or distractions.

4. Identify other safety and security procedures.

Instructor Notes: 1. Advise officers to identify department policy related to medical transports involving rescue squad or other non-agency vehicle. 2. Advise officers to identify department policy related to non-traditional medical transports, i.e. pregnant inmate, disabled inmate (various disabilities).

Performance Outcome 3.7.

Inventory and control all tools and equipment.

Training Objective Related to 3.7.

1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify procedures for managing the inventory and control of all tools and equipment; to include security, recreational, and maintenance.

2. Given a written exercise, identify safety rules and maintenance procedures when using assigned tools and power equipment.       

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.7.1. Identify and demonstrate accountability and control of all tools and equipment procedures

3.7.2. Identify safety rules and procedures

3.7.3. Identify maintenance procedures  

3.7.4. Identification, documentation, and reporting procedures.  

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify procedures for managing the inventory and control of all types of tools and equipment; to include security, maintenance, and recreational.

2. Identify power equipment safety rules and maintenance procedures.

Performance Outcome 3.8.

Identify medical equipment and supplies.

Training Objective Related to 3.8.

1. Given a written and practical exercise, identify procedures governing inventory and control of all medical equipment, supplies and disposal.

2. Given a written exercise, identify safety procedures.

3. Given a written exercise, identify medical equipment supplies and disposal procedures.         

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.8.1. Identify inventory and control procedures

            3.8.2. Identify medical equipment supplies and disposal procedures

3.8.3. Identify safety procedures                       

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify procedures for governing inventory and control of all medical equipment.

2. Identify medical equipment safety rules and procedures.

3. Identify disposal procedures.

Performance Outcome 3.9.

Move inmates within the facility.

Training Objective Related to 3.9.

1. Given a practical exercise, identify movement procedures within the facility.   

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.9.1. Identify movement procedures within facility

3.9.2. Identify security and safety procedures    

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify inmate movement procedures within facility.

2. Identify security and safety procedures.

Performance Outcome 3.10.

Disperse fights between two or more inmates/visitors/persons.

Training Objective Related to 3.10.

1. Given a practical exercise, identify approved techniques for breaking up fights between two or more inmates. 

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.10.1. Evaluation of the situation

            3.10.2. Verbal intervention

            3.10.3. Use of appropriate level of force

            3.10.4. Use and identification of safety procedures

            3.10.5. Identification of medical follow-up procedures

            3.10.6. Identification of reporting and documentation procedures                       

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify how to evaluate the situation.

2. Identify intervention steps.

a. Intervene verbally using communications skills and voice commands

            b. Establish contact with the hostile inmates/visitors/persons

            c. Ascertain the reason(s) for his/her/their hostility

            d. Use of calming techniques to reduce emotions and restore order

            e. Communicate the trainee’s position and responsibilities in the situation

            f. State any applicable laws and rules and consequences of continued acts

            g. Reporting/documentation.

3. Identify appropriate level of force when verbal intervention fails.

4. Identify safety procedures.

            a. Monitor activities

                       1. Individual

                       2. Group

            b. Observe and assess the inmate's/visitor's/person's propensity toward violence.

            c. Determine presence of weapon(s)

            d. Intervention

                        1. Tactics

                       2. Restrain

                       3. Control

5. Identify medical follow-up procedures.

6. Identify documentation and reporting procedures.

Performance Outcome 3.11.

Subdue a physically attacking inmate(s).

Training Objective Related to 3.11.

1. Given a practical exercise, identify and demonstrate techniques for defending oneself against a physically attacking inmate(s) and subduing the inmate(s) during a simulation exercise using a volunteer and/or instructor.      

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.11.1. Identify items that may be potential weapons used by inmate(s).

            3.11.2. Demonstrate countermeasures designed to deflect aggressor.

            3.11.3. Identify defensive techniques.

            3.11.4. Demonstrate how to subdue an inmate.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify items that may be potential weapons used by inmate(s)

2. Demonstration of defensive strategy designed to protect the trainee’s vulnerable targets.

3. Demonstration of countermeasures designed to deflect aggressor for de-escalation

4. Demonstration of de-escalation by:

a. Decentralizing inmate to prone position for restraining

            b. Disengaging from inmate

5. Identify physical techniques to stop aggressor.

Performance Outcome 3.12.

Control a non-compliant inmate and place in a prone position.

Training Objective Related to 3.12.

1. Given a written exercise, identify threat.

2. Given a practical exercise, identify safe contact and initial control procedures.

3. Given a practical exercise, identify the proper techniques for controlling and placing a non-compliant inmate in a prone position.

4. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate cuffing and restraining techniques and procedures.    

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.12.1. Identify threat.

            3.12.2. Identify safe contact and initial control procedures.

            3.12.3. Identify and demonstrate procedures and techniques to place an inmate in a prone position.

            3.12.4. Demonstrate cuffing and restraining procedures.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify assessment of threat by inmate.

2. Identify safe contact and initial control procedures.

3. Identify procedures and techniques to control and/or secure weapon.

4. Identify decentralization to prone position with minimal risk of inmate injury.

5. Identify restraining and cuffing procedures.

Performance Outcome 3.13.

Identify and demonstrate body pressure points and techniques.

Training Objective Related to 3.13.

1. Given a written, audio-visual, or practical exercise, identify:

a. Body pressure points

            b. Pressure point techniques   

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.13.1. Identify body pressure points.

3.13.2. Demonstrate pressure point techniques.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify and demonstrate body pressure points.

2. Demonstrate pressure point techniques.                       

Performance Outcome 3.14.

Disarm an armed inmate(s).

Training Objective Related to 3.14.

1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify factors to be considered when making a disarming attempt.

2. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate techniques for disarming an armed inmate.    

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.14.1. Identify and demonstrate factors to consider when assessing whether to attempt a disarm;          

3.14.1.1. Appropriate

3.14.1.2. Distance/cover

3.14.1.3. Type of weapon

3.14.1.4. Obstacles

3.14.1.5. Safety

3.14.2. Identify and demonstrate the procedures and techniques used to disarm an inmate;

           3.14.2.1. Disarming sequence

           3.14.2.2. Takedown and control

           3.14.2.3. Prone position

           3.14.2.4. Restrain.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify and demonstrate factors to consider when assessing whether an attempt to disarm an inmate is appropriate.

a. Distance/cover

            b. Type of weapon

            c. Obstacles

            d. Life or personal safety

2. Identify and demonstrate a takedown or control of an inmate armed with edged and/or bludgeon instrument weapon.

            a. Range of attack and awareness

            b. Position for disengagement depending upon range and relative position

Instructor Notes:  Advise officers that they must identify department policy and procedures related to the use of force, physical restraints, and weapons used as part of department training.

Performance Outcome 3.15.

Identify chemical agents and other crowd control equipment.

Training Objective Related to 3.15.

1. Given a written exam or during a simulation exercise, identify the techniques for using chemical agents and other crowd control/management equipment.

2. Given a practical exercise, identify first aid or aftercare procedures.

3. Given a practical exercise, identify decontamination procedures.

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.15.1. Identify chemical agents, aerosol sprays and pyrotechnics and deployment methods.

3.15.2. Identify first aid or aftercare.

3.15.3. Identify decontamination techniques and procedures.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify types of chemical agents, aerosol sprays and pyrotechnics and methods of deployment.

2. Identify proper application of chemical agents and aerosol sprays.

3. Identify side effects on staff, visitors, and inmates sprayed with chemical or aerosol spray.

a. Short-term

b. Long-term

4. Identify the correct first aid or aftercare to use when contaminated with chemical agents or aerosol sprays according to type and density of the contamination.

5. Identify methods of structural decontamination of chemical or aerosol agents.

6. Identify methods of restraint and transportation of inmates sprayed with a chemical or aerosol agent; be aware of positional asphyxia for an inmate who has ingested a chemical or aerosol agent.

Performance Outcome 3.16.

Confront non-violent inmate groups, hostile groups, and/or disorderly assemblies.

Training Objective Related to 3.16.

1. Given practical exercises, demonstrate techniques to control/physically restrain and/or confront non-violent inmate groups, hostile groups, and/or disorderly assemblies.    

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.16.1. Identify three factors for controlling non-violent inmates, i.e., peaceable assemblies.

            3.16.2. Identify three factors to consider when dealing with hostile inmates.

            3.16.3. Identify safety and security procedures. 

            3.16.4. Identify communication skills and voice commands.

            3.16.5. Identify and demonstrate command presence.

            3.16.6. Identify controls and movement. 

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify three factors for controlling non-violent inmates, i.e., peaceable assemblies

            a. Officer safety considerations

            b. Command presence

            c. Communication skills

            d. Boundaries within which crowd must remain or move along

            e. Patterns of movement for crowd for safety and control

            f. Emergency access and/or exit.

2. Identify three factors to consider when dealing with hostile groups;

a. Techniques of detecting violations of facility rules and procedures (sources of disturbance in a crowd by noise and movements)

b. High risk areas

c. Conditions that will indicate rule violations

            d. Appropriate steps to enforce procedures

                        1. Safety considerations

                                   a. Monitor group activity

                                   b. Wait for appropriate back-up

                                   c. Determine the nature of their weapons and contraband

                                   d. Known or suspected leaders

                        2. Command presence

                                    a. Safely approach

                                    b. Appropriate formations for potential crowd disturbance and/or riot

                                    c. Emergency escapes routes

                                    d. Coordinate cover and contact responsibilities

                        3. Communication skills and voice commands

                                    a. Establish contact with hostile group

                                    b. Identify the group leaders

                                    c. Ascertain the reason(s) for their hostility

                                    d. Evaluate the group’s proposed solutions to determine their specific “needs”

 e. Communicate the trainee’s position and responsibilities in the situation

            f. Relate any applicable laws, rules, regulations, policy and procedures, and consequences of continued acts

g. Explain the group’s option to comply with the law and/or rules and pursue legal and/or administrative solutions

h. Reassure commitment to resolve the group’s problems and/or issues and restore peace and/order

                        4.  Techniques of group control

                                    a. Small hostile groups

                                    b. Larger hostile groups and rioters

                                    c. Shield, barricade, impact weapon, and other items to block groups when appropriate

                        5. Move group to break it up using authorized and appropriate use of force

                        6. Disciplinary procedures

                       7. Transportation

                        8. Reporting and documentation                       

Performance Outcome 3.17.

Identify necessary and appropriate use of force.

Training Objective Related to 3.17.      

1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the factors that affect the use of force.

2. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the factors that affect the officers’ decision to use deadly force.  

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.17.1. Factors affecting the use of force

3.17.1.1. Subject actions

                        3.17.1.2. Intent

                        3.17.1.3. Ability

                        3.17.1.4. Means

                        3.17.1.5. Opportunity

                        3.17.1.6. Officer perception of the need for force

                        3.17.1.7. Situation and environmental circumstances

             3.17.2. Factors affecting the use of deadly force

                        3.17.2.1. Likelihood of serious bodily harm or death

                        3.17.2.2. Perceived or announced intent of subject

                        3.17.2.3. Ability

                        3.17.2.4. Means

                        3.17.2.5. Opportunity

                         3.17.2.6. Legal criteria

             3.17.3. General considerations for use of force

                        3.17.3.1. Key elements for appropriate response for situations or environmental circumstances where a violent or resistant reaction is foreseen (e.g., multiple officers/backup)

                        3.17.3.2. Elements of command presence (e.g., stance, posture, eye contact)

                        3.17.3.3. Avoiding unintentional and or unnecessarily antagonistic and provoking verbal and nonverbal factors by the officer.

                        3.17.3.4. Primary aspects of proper verbalization (e.g., invoke authority, instructions on behavior compliance, clarity)

                        3.17.3.5. Appropriate escalation and or de-escalation in use of force

                        3.17.3.6. Application of handcuffs and additional restraints

3.17.4. Identify other alternatives that the officer may consider using before using deadly force.

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Factors affecting the use of force.

            a. Subject actions

            b. Intent

            c. Ability

            d. Means

            e. Opportunity

            f. Officer perception of the need for force

            g. Situation and environmental circumstances

            h. Officer safety considerations

2. Factors affecting the use of deadly force.

            a. Likelihood of serious bodily harm or death

                         1. Perceived or announced intent of subject

                         2. Ability

                         3. Means

                         4. Opportunity

             b. Legal criteria

3. General considerations for use of force.

            a. Key elements for appropriate response for situations or environmental circumstances where a violent or resistant reaction is foreseen (e.g., multiple officers/backup)

            b. Elements of command presence (e.g., stance, posture, eye contact)

            c. Avoiding unintentional and/or unnecessarily antagonistic and provoking verbal and nonverbal factors by the deputy/jail officer (e.g., invoke authority, instructions on behavior compliance, clarity)

            d. Appropriate escalation/de-escalation on a use of force continuum

                        1. Define use of force.

                        2. Identify the decision making process in using force.

            e. Application

4. Identify other alternatives that the officer may consider using before using deadly force.

Instructor Notes: The use of force options is for the preservation of life or to prevent serious bodily injury.  Safety equipment must be utilized appropriately during demonstrations.

Performance Outcome 3.18.

Identify sudden stress and its effects.

Training Objective Related to 3.18.

1. Given a written exercise, identify the psychological and physiological effects of sudden stress when threatened with danger.

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.18.1. Identify psychological and physiological effects of stress when threatened with danger

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify psychological and physiological effects of sudden stress when threatened with danger.   

Performance Outcome 3.19.

Operate x-ray machines and specialized chairs designed to detect hidden contraband.

Training Objectives Relating to 3.19.

1.  Given practical exercise, demonstrate the use of x-ray machines and chairs designed to detect hidden contraband.

Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:

3.19.1. Identify X-ray machines and specialized chairs operation and procedures

3.19.2. Identify safety procedures

3.19.3. Identify reporting and documentation procedures

Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:

1. Identify and demonstrate the operation of x-ray machines and/or equipment and specialized chairs designed to detect hidden contraband.

2. Identify;

a. Distance

b. Shielding

c. Time

d. Monitoring

e. Analysis

f. Target hazards

g. Documentation and reporting

h. Securing contraband

i. Chain of evidence and/or custody