Proposed Text
A. Pursuant to the provisions of subdivision 9 of § 9.1-102 of the Code of Virginia, the department under the direction of the board establishes the compulsory minimum training standards for full-time or part-time correctional officers of the Department of Corrections.
B. Individuals hired as correctional officers as defined in § 53.1-1 of the Code of Virginia shall meet or exceed the compulsory minimum training standards at a certified criminal justice training academy, external training location, or satellite facility and complete field training requirements. Correctional officers shall comply with the following:
1. Successfully complete basic correctional officer training at a certified criminal justice training academy, external training location, or satellite facility, which includes receiving a minimum of 400 320 hours of department approved training in the following categories:
a. Security and supervision;
b. Communication;
c. Safety;
d. Emergency response;
e. Conflict and crisis management;
f. Law and legal;
g. Duty assignments and responsibilities;
h. Professionalism;
i. Basic corrections officer firearms training; and
j. Physical fitness training.
2. Successfully complete a minimum of 200 120 hours of approved training in the category of field training identified in the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Field Training and On the Job Training Performance Outcomes.
Statutory Authority
§ 9.1-102 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR240-01-14 § 2, eff. January 1, 1988; amended, Virginia Register Volume 35, Issue 21, eff. July 1, 2019.
B. Individuals hired as correctional officers as defined in § 53.1-1 of the Code of Virginia shall meet or exceed the compulsory minimum training standards at a certified criminal justice training academy, external training location, or satellite facility and complete field training requirements. Correctional officers shall comply with the following:
1. Successfully complete basic correctional officer training at a certified criminal justice training academy, external training location, or satellite facility, which includes receiving a minimum of 400 hours of department approved training in the following categories:
a. Security and supervision;
b. Communication;
c. Safety;
d. Emergency response;
e. Conflict and crisis management;
f. Law and legal;
g. Duty assignments and responsibilities;
h. Professionalism;
i. Basic corrections officer firearms training; and
j. Physical fitness training.
2. Successfully complete a minimum of 200 hours of approved training in the category of field training identified in the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Field Training and On the Job Training Performance Outcomes.
Category 1 – Security and Supervision
Performance Outcome 1.1
Identify processes for the effective counting, inspections, security and search procedures of inmate populations.
Training Objective Related to 1.1
1. Given a practical written exercise, identify: the types of counts.
a. Counting and discrepancies procedures
b. Security procedures
c. Search and check procedures
d. Entry and inspection procedures
e. Inmate releases and transfers procedures
f. Perimeter security procedures
g. Inmate movement procedures
h. Entrance and/or exit of vehicles procedures
i. Gate and/or door movement procedures
j. Supervision procedures
k. Enforcement and disciplinary rules and regulations
l. Documentation and reporting
2. Given a written exercise, identify count identification procedures.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
1.1.1. Identify and demonstrate counting and discrepancies procedures the types of counts.
1.1.2. Identify and demonstrate security procedures the criteria to verify an inmate is present.
1.1.3. Identify and demonstrate search and check procedures established identification procedures.
1.1.4. Identify and demonstrate entry and inspection procedures.
1.1.5. Identify procedures when releasing and/or transferring inmate(s).
1.1.6. Identify procedures to detect and correct actual or potential security breaches.
1.1.7. Identify and demonstrate procedures to control movement in and out of the facility.
1.1.8. Identify procedures for admitting and releasing vehicles from the facility.
1.1.9. Identify and demonstrate techniques and proper procedures control of movement through a gate and/or door.
1.1.10. Identify and demonstrate group movement procedures.
1.1.11. Identify and demonstrate documentation and reporting procedures.
1.1.12. Identify rules and procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify and demonstrate counting and discrepancies procedures. There are several types of counts conducted within Department operated facilities
a. Facility/unit/institution/pod/room/living/common/work areas Formal Count – Scheduled standing count of inmate population
1. Roster
2. Time frames
3. Discrepancies
4. Locations
5. Log books
6. All clear
7. Reporting
8. Verification
b. Informal Count – Scheduled non-standing count of inmate population
c. Census Count – Unscheduled count initiated by facility officials
d. Critical Incident Count – Unscheduled count during emergency
e. Intermediate Count – Intermittent count of specific inmate groups
f. Out Count – Formal count of inmates conducted outside of living areas
g. Face Card Count – Verification of inmate’s identity utilizing face cards
2. Identify and demonstrate security checks and actions to be taken regarding any escapes or absences without permission. Criteria for confirmation that an inmate is present:
a. See an inmate’s flesh
b. Observe movement
c. Hear the inmate speak
a. Areas
1. Pods/dormitories/facility/unit/room/living/common/work areas
2. Fixtures
3. Locks
4. Windows
5. Doors
6. Verify locations
7. Mail
8. Reporting and documentation
3. Identify and demonstrate procedures to search inmates, staff, and visitors. In the event of an escape, emergency or discrepancy in the count of the inmate population, the process for identification of inmates must be adhered to, which includes:
a. Security and supervision Confirmation of bed assignments
1. Illegal activities
2. Authorized and unauthorized searches
3. Weapons (homemade, improvised, etc.)
4. Drug contraband
5. Types of searches
a. Metal detectors
b. Frisk
c. Strip
d. Body cavity
6. Reporting and documentation
7. Sight supervision
b. Locator cards/identification cards
c. Master count
4. Identify and demonstrate inspection procedures. The lesson plan shall also contain general information concerning counting that includes:
a. Personal and/or state property Count reporting
b. Containers Procedures for miscount and count discrepancies
c. Special inspections Proper utilization of Count Sheets
d. Reporting and documentation Master Count Sheet
e. Inmate refusal/lack of cooperation Which staff are authorized to perform counts
f. All contraband, including drugs, weapons and others as identified
5. Identify procedures when releasing and/or transferring inmate(s) to another facility and/or to law enforcement personnel.
a. Movement
1. Requirements
2. Reporting and documentation
6. Identify rules and procedures for inmates, disciplinary actions, monitoring and security procedures, visitation, escorting, and supervision of inmates.
a. Enforcing rules and procedures
b. Disciplinary actions
c. Inmate activities
1. Directing
2. Controlling
3. Hygiene
4. Recreation
5. Work detail
6. On and/or off site
7. Documentation
d. Inmate movement
1. Security procedures
a. Shakedown
b. Cell entry
c. Extrications
e. Mandatory incident reporting and documentation
1. Accurate
2. Timely
3. Legible, clear, concise
4. Follows chain of command
f. Supervision of
1. Inmate’s activities
2. Staff
3. Sight
4. Opposite sex
g. Monitoring
1. Control of activity
2. Intervention alerts
h. Security precautions and/or awareness
i. Post orders and/or shift duties
7. Identify and demonstrate proper procedures to maintain security of the perimeter by detecting and correcting actual and/or potential security breaches.
8. Identify and demonstrate control movement techniques in and/or out of the facility.
9. Identify procedures for admitting and releasing vehicles from the facility in order to prevent escapes and/or passage of contraband.
10. Identify and demonstrate movement procedures in and/or out of the visiting room.
a. Monitor
b. Maintain security
c. Identification verification
d. Limitations
1. Visitors
2. Inmates
e. Situations
1. Suspicious and/or improper activities
2. Actions to be taken
f. Recognize behavioral and/or psychological situations
11. Identify and demonstrate procedures required to maintain security through control of movement through a gate and/or door.
a. Duties
b. Responsibilities
c. Log
12. Identify and demonstrate group movement procedures within the facility.
a. Escorting
b. Monitoring/observations
c. Criteria
d. Security
e. Control room
f. Log books
g. Reporting of incidents
h. Emergencies
i. Special considerations
13. Identify rules and procedures.
Performance Outcome 1.2.
Identify established federal, state, and local standards for the prevention, detection and response of sexual abuse, sexual assault and/or prison rape and comply with § 63.2-1509 Code of Virginia requirements and the agency’s written procedures.
Training Objectives Related to 1.2.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Federal and state statutes
b. Reporting requirements for any case of suspected abuse
c. Prevention and detection procedures
d. Vulnerable populations
e. Medical and mental health services and programs
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
1.2.1. Identify the Code of Virginia and the Prison Rape Elimination Act 28 C.F.R Part 115
1.2.2. Identify the procedures for reporting cases of suspected abuse
1.2.3. Identify prevention and detection procedures
1.2.4. Identify vulnerable populations
1.2.5. Identify medical and mental health care programs
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify federal and state statutes and agency procedures.
2. Identify detection and prevention procedures.
a. Observation
b. Notifying/reporting inmate(s) activity(ies)
c. Responsive planning
d. Disciplinary actions
e. Medical and mental health care
f. Grievances
g. Audits
3. Identify vulnerable populations.
a. Lesbian
b. Gay
c. Bisexual
d. Transgender
e. Intersex
f. Gender nonconforming inmates
g. With disabilities
h. Limited English proficient
4. Identify inmate and staff sexual abuse.
5. Identify inmate and inmate sexual abuse.
6. Identify physical assault and potential injuries.
7. Identify therapeutic interventions.
8. Identify victim characteristics.
9. Identify physical victimization through.
a. Personal attacks and/or bullying/hazing
b. Property damage
c. Use of weapon(s)
d. Confinement–no escape
e. Intimidation
f. Retaliation
10. Identify psychological consequences.
Performance Outcome 1.2
Acquire cultural diversity awareness.
Training Objectives related to 1.2
1. Given a written exercise, identify the impact that cultural awareness has on the behaviors, decisions and values of corrections professionals.
2. Given written exercises, define the following terms:
a. Cultural bias
b. Discrimination
c. Cultural diversity
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.2.1. Define the following terms:
1.2.1.1. Cultural bias
1.2.1.2. Discrimination
1.2.1.3. Cultural diversity
1.2.2. Identify the impact that cultural awareness has on corrections professionals.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Definitions:
a. Cultural bias – Interpreting and judging phenomena by standards inherent to one’s own culture
b. Discrimination – The unequal treatment of a person for reasons that have nothing to do with legal rights or their abilities
c. Cultural diversity – The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society
2. Impact of having cultural awareness:
a. Assists in effective communication
b. Reduces potential claims of discrimination
c. Increases awareness of subcultures present within the institutional setting
d. Assists in bridging generational gaps
e. Conflict resolution
f. Language barriers
Performance Outcome 1.3.
Identify inmates with different social cultural lifestyles.
Training Objectives Related to 1.3.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Safety precautions
b. Different social cultural lifestyles of inmates
c. Appropriate security levels
d. Services available to inmates
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
1.3.1. Identify social cultural lifestyle differences in a prison setting
1.3.2. Identify diverse population security precautions and procedures
1.3.3. Identify and demonstrate safety and security techniques and procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify social cultural lifestyle differences.
2. Identify and demonstrate safety and security techniques and procedures.
3. Identify vulnerable populations.
a. Small in stature
b. Limited English proficiency
c. Young inmate
d. Peer pressure
e. Self-injurious
f. History of being bullied
g. Sexual orientation
4. Describe appropriate security levels and services for inmates.
Performance Outcome 1.4.
Enforce structured daily routine and maintain continuous supervision of inmates.
Training Objectives Related to 1.4.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify a comprehensive, planned, and structured daily routine including appropriate supervision, designed to;
a. Meet the inmate’s physical and emotional requirements
b. Provide protection and guidance
c. Ensure delivery of programs and/or services
d. Protect inmates’ rights
1. Inmate opportunities to participate in programming, as applicable, upon admission
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
1.4.1. Identify components of a comprehensive, planned, and structured daily routine
1.4.2. Identify inmate opportunities upon admission, as applicable
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify components of a comprehensive, planned, and structured daily routine including appropriate supervision, designed to:
a. Meet inmate’s physical and emotional requirements;
b. Provide protection, guidance, and supervision;
c. Ensure delivery of program and/or services; and
d. Ensure protection of inmates’ rights.
2. Identify inmate opportunities to participate in programming, as applicable, upon admission.
Performance Outcome 1.5. 1.3
Identify components of an approved research based behavior management program, and the principles, and methods employed to help and/or assist an inmate to adopt positive pro-social behaviors and to address and correct an inmate’s behavior. Identify department approved behavior management programs.
Training Objectives Related to 1.5. 1.3
1. Given a written exercise, identify:
a. Components of an approved research based behavior management program.
b. Principles and methods used to help and/or assist an inmate to adopt pro-social positive behavior.
c. Techniques and procedures to address and correct an inmate’s behavior.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
1.5.1. 1.3.1. Identify components of an approved behavior management programs.
1.5.2. 1.3.2. Identify techniques and procedures employed to help and/or assist pro-social positive behavior.
1.5.3. 1.3.3. Identify procedures and techniques to address and correct behavior.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify components of an approved behavior management program, and the principles and methods employed to help/assist an inmate to adopt pro-social positive behavior and to address and correct an inmate’s behavior. Approved behavior management programs are evidence based, skill focused, and replace antisocial behavior with pro-social skills
2. Utilization of techniques that promote pro-social positive behavior
a. Staff modeling
b. Inmate role-play
c. Guided practice with coaching
d. Weighing choices and consequences
e. Problem solving
Performance Outcome 1.6.
Manage an inmate’s misbehavior when he/she violates rules of conduct.
Training Objectives Related to 1.6.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Procedures for handling inmate misbehavior using a graduated sanctions process
b. Violation of rules of conduct procedures.
c. Disciplinary report
d. Process to resolve rule violations
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
1.6.1. Identify misbehavior and violation of rules of conduct procedures
1.6.2. Demonstrate writing disciplinary report detailing the alleged rule violation
1.6.3. Identify procedures to resolving rule violation(s)
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify procedures for handling inmate’s misbehavior when he/she violates rules of conduct.
2. Identify a disciplinary report detailing the alleged rule violation.
3. Identify requirements for documentation.
4. Identify procedures to resolve rule violation(s).
a. Confinement
1. Protection
2. Safety
b. Documentation and reporting
Performance Outcome 1.4
Identify procedures associated with inmate discipline processes.
Training Objectives related to 1.4
1. Given a written exercise, identify inmate behaviors that may be cause to initiate the inmate disciplinary process.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the levels of chargeable offenses.
3. Given a written exercise, write a simulated institutional charge.
4. Given a written exercise, identify disciplinary penalties.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.4.1. Identify inmate behaviors that may initiate the discipline process.
1.4.2. Identify the Code of Offenses.
1.4.3. Write an institutional charge utilizing proper language and grammar.
1.4.4. Identify available disciplinary penalties based upon severity of infraction.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. All defined terms outlined in the current Departmental inmate disciplinary procedure
2. Disciplinary Hearing - An administrative due process proceeding where evidence is presented and a determination of guilt or innocence of the alleged offense is decided
3. Hearings Officer’s role and responsibilities including rules associated with selection of a facility hearings officer
4. Training requirements for all employees of the Department and availability of the disciplinary procedure to staff and the inmate population
a. The entire current Code of Offenses and explanation of offense categories
b. The entire currently authorized disciplinary penalties and level of severity
c. In the event that the offense committed by the inmate is cause for criminal charges, the disciplinary process is postponed until after criminal proceedings are concluded
Performance Outcome 1.7. 1.5
Reduce or eliminate inmate’s inappropriate or problematic behavior and removal to a specific location for a predetermined period of time address inmate safety through bed and cell assignments.
Training Objectives Related to 1.7. 1.5
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify: define "restrictive housing" as described in § 53.1-39.1 of the Code of Virginia.
a. Means designed to reduce or eliminate inappropriate or problematic behavior.
b. Removal techniques
2. Given a written exercise, identify the purpose and necessity of restrictive housing.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
1.7.1. 1.5.1. Identify procedures to reduce or eliminate inappropriate or problematic behavior Define restrictive housing in accordance with § 53.1-39.1 of the Code of Virginia.
1.7.2. 1.5.2. Identify removal procedures and Identify assigned location the purpose of restrictive housing.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify procedures designed to reduce or eliminate inappropriate or problematic behavior and removal to a specific and/or assigned location for a predetermined period of time or until the problem behavior has subsided:
a. Isolation, restriction, and condition
b. Segregation, restrictions, and conditions
c. Detention, restrictions, and conditions
d. Documentation and reporting procedures
1. § 53.1.-39.1 defines restrictive housing in the following manner – Special-purpose bed assignments operated under maximum security regulations and procedures, and utilized under proper administrative process, for the personal protection or custodial management of inmates
2. Restrictive housing exists in order to accomplish the following goals:
a. Protect staff and inmates from harm, or from the threat of harm
b. To protect evidence or prevent collusion while conducting in investigation
c. Inmate behavior management
Performance Outcome 1.8. 1.6
Identify gangs, definitions, statutes, statistics, and related gang management procedures.
Training Objectives Related to 1.8. 1.6
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2.Given a written exercise, demonstrate documentation and reporting procedures.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
1.8.1. 1.6.1. Identify indicators of inmate gangs and gang activities activity.
1.8.2. 1.6.2. Identify state gang statutes.
1.8.3. 1.6.3. Identify prohibited gang-related behavior. (gambling, soliciting, recruiting, tattooing, etc.)
1.8.4. 1.6.4. Identify Demonstrate documentation and reporting procedures.
1.8.5. 1.6.5. Identify gang management procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify inmate gangs and gang indicators
a. Awareness
b. Activity
2. Identify gang statutes and procedures
a. Gang identification
b. Documentation
c. Code of Virginia § 18.2-46.1
1. (i). Definitions
2. (ii). Statutes
3. (iii). Statistics
a. (1). National
b. (2). State
c. (3). Local
4. (iv). Acts of Violence § 18.2-46.1
5. (v). Prohibited criminal street gang participation § 18.2-46.2
6. (vi). Role of the gang management unit
3. Identify inmate prohibited behaviors;
a. Evidence
1. Collect
2. Preserve
3. Prosecute
4. Document.
5. Secure scene
b. Photographs
4. Identify mandatory reporting and documentation procedures.
Performance Outcome 1.9. 1.7
Identify Provide security and supervision procedures employed for inmates who are identified with as having special needs and/or classifications.
Training Objectives Related to 1.9. 1.7
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify procedures designed to protect manage inmates identified with special needs status and/or classifications.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
1.9.1. 1.7.1. Identify procedures to safeguard and protect inmates with special needs status and/or classifications guidelines for management of and provision of reasonable accommodations for inmates.
1.9.2. Identify inmates with special needs and/or classification status
1.9.3. 1.7.2. Identify medical and/or mental health program availability programs available to inmates.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify special needs status and/or classifications. Guidelines for management of and provision of reasonable accommodations for inmates
a. Security risks Special housing, facilities and/or units
b. Activity restrictions Restraints
c. Medical Accommodations
d. Psychological Security risks
e. Educational Activity restrictions
2. Identify safeguards.
a. Special housing, facilities and/or units
b. Procedures
3. Identify medical and/or mental health programs available to inmates.
Performance Outcome 1.8
Identify inmate employment opportunities within the correctional setting.
Training Objectives Related to 1.8
1. Given a written exercise, identify common inmate employment opportunities available at correctional facilities that impact internal facility operations.
2. Given a written exercise, identify inmate employment opportunities available at correctional facilities that exist to provide a service to parties that are not directly related internal facility operations,
3. Given a written exercise, identify benefits inmate work programs have on inmate populations.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.8.1. Identify employment opportunities available within facilities that directly affect facility operations.
1.8.2. Identify employment opportunities available that exist to provide a service to an external customer.
1.8.3. Identify the proven benefits work programs have on inmate populations.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Employment opportunities available within facilities that directly affect facility operations
a. Janitorial services – Primarily supervised by Corrections Officers in housing units; May be supervised by others dependent upon work location
b. Food service – Primarily supervised by food service employees with oversight from security staff
(i). Some facilities may operate culinary programs where the inmate also receives significant training while employed
c. Commissary
d. Grounds and lawn care – This may be internal or external to the secure perimeter of facilities
e. Library workers and teachers aids
f. Internal maintenance workers
2. Employment opportunities available that exist to provide a service to an external customer
a. Agribusiness
b. Industrial shops
c. Work release
3. Proven benefits that work programs have on inmate populations
a. General job skills
b. Communication skills
c. Proficiency in specific trades
d. Financial independence
e. Self-esteem
Performance Outcome 1.9
Identify abnormal behavior.
Training Objectives Related to 1.9
1. Given a written exercise, define normal behavior in the context of an individual’s mental health.
2. Given a written exercise, identify abnormal behavior in the context of an individual’s mental health.
3. Given a written exercise, demonstrate the expectations for observation, actions, reporting and documentation.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.9.1. Define normal behavior in the context of an individual’s mental health.
1.9.2. Identify behavior that is considered to be abnormal, in the context of an individual’s mental health.
1.9.3. Demonstrate the expectations for observation, actions, reporting and documentation.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Types of behavior
a. Normal behavior
b. Abnormal behavior
2. Use of OARD to report and manage suspected abnormal behavior:
a. Observe
b. Act
c. Report
d. Document
Performance Outcome 1.10
Identify high-risk behavior.
Training Objectives Related to 1.10
1. Given a written exercise, identify behaviors that are considered high-risk.
2. Given a written exercise, identify notification and reporting procedures when high-risk behavior is observed.
3. Given a written exercise, identify the importance of maintaining a professional demeanor.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.10.1. Identify behaviors that are considered high-risk.
1.10.2. Identify who must be notified when high-risk behavior is observed.
1.10.3. Identify the importance of maintaining professional demeanor.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. High risk behaviors
2. Notification process
3. Characteristics of professional demeanor
Performance Outcome 1.11
Identify suicide prevention and intervention strategies.
Training Objectives relating to 1.11
1. Given a written exercise, identify suicide and suicidal ideation.
2. Given a written exercise, identify reasons a person may contemplate suicide.
3. Given a written exercise, identify high-risk times, warning signs and response to a suicide risk.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.11.1. Identify suicide and suicidal ideation.
1.11.2. Identify reasons why a person may contemplate suicide.
1.11.3. Identify reasons why someone incarcerated might contemplate or attempt suicide.
1.11.4. Identify high-risk times for suicidality.
1.11.5. Identify warning signs for suicide.
1.11.6. Identify procedures for responding to suicide risk.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Suicide prevention and intervention strategies
a. What is suicide and suicidal ideation?
b. Reason a person may contemplate or attempt suicide
(i). Inmates
(ii). Persons other than inmates
c. High-risk periods for suicidality
d. Warning signs for suicide
e. Procedures for responding to suicide risk
Performance Outcome 1.12
Identify procedures for managing abnormal behavior.
Training Objectives relating to 1.12
1. Given a written exercise, identify behavior that can impact the outcome of a high-risk situation.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the roles of corrections employees during a high-risk situation.
3. Given a written exercise, identify strategies for interacting with inmates with:
a. Low intellectual functioning
b. Poor comprehension skills
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
1.12.1. Identify officer actions and behavior that can de-escalate a high-risk situation.
1.12.2. Identify officer actions and behavior that can escalate a high-risk situation.
1.12.3. Identify the role of the corrections officer during a high-risk situation.
1.12.4. Identify strategies for interacting with inmates with low intellectual functioning.
1.12.5. Identify elements of trauma informed interactions.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Methods to de-escalate a potentially high-risk situation
2. Roles and responsibilities of:
a. Corrections officer
b. Crisis intervention trained staff
c. Mental health staff
d. Medical staff
3. Strategies for interacting with inmates with:
a. Low intellectual functioning
b. Poor comprehension skills
4. Trauma-informed interactions
a. Respect
b. Information
c. Safety
d. Choice
Category 2 – Communications
Performance Outcome 2.1
Utilize effective interpersonal verbal and non-verbal communication skills consistently.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.1
1. Given a written, audio-visual, or practical exercise, identify: demonstrate effective interpersonal verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
a. Effective interpersonal verbal and non-verbal communication skills
b. One-minute interchange
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
2.1.1. Identify Demonstrate effective and non-effective interpersonal verbal and non-verbal communications skills.
2.1.2. Demonstration of verbal interchange of one-minute. Communicate with individuals who have possible communication barriers.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Possible communication barriers
a. Intellectual challenges
b. Language barriers
c. Hearing impairment
2. Demonstrate one-minute interchange.
Performance Outcome 2.2
Demonstrate reporting and documentation procedures relating to an incident(s).
Training Objectives Relating to 2.2
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify factors to consider when obtaining and/or providing information relating to an incident. (s) involving an inmate(s)
2. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate reporting and documentation procedures.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
2.2.1. Identify procedures to obtain and/or provide information.
2.2.2. Identify reporting and documentation procedures.
2.2.3. Demonstrate report preparation and procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify and demonstrate how to obtain Obtain and/or provide information relating to an incident(s).
a. Who
b. What
c. Where
d. When
e. Why
f. How
g. Timely notification
h. Notify chain of command
2. Identify reporting and documentation procedures. Utilization of 6 Cs of communication
a. Clear
b. Concise
c. Complete
d. Chronological
e. Correct
f. Confidential
3. Reporting and documentation procedures for routine events
a. Appropriate use of various logbooks (i.e. post logs, key logs, etc.)
b. Shift change reporting
(i). Any changes in status of post since previous shift change
(ii). Significant or noteworthy events that have occurred
(iii). Maintenance issues
(iv). Inventory issues
(v). Known upcoming events that are relevant to post
c. Post inventories and discrepancy reporting
(i). Proper utilization of established documentation for conducting post inventories
(ii). Appropriate reporting of inventories through the chain of command
(1). Standard reporting
(2). Discrepancy reporting
4. Elements of inmate behavior related incidents
a. Date, location, time
b. Description of details of incident
c. Victims involved in event
d. Inmate identifying information
e. Injuries sustained by inmates or staff
f. Actions taken by inmates
g. Response of staff to incident
h. Current status of involved parties (i.e. have inmates involved been separated, has medical care been administered)
i. Information relating to supervisory involvement (i.e. did reporting officer notify chain of command and what as the response)
j. Disciplinary charges administered
5. Elements of non-inmate behavior related incidents (i.e. accident, injury, staff issues, and significant facility infrastructure issues)
a. Date, location, time
b. Description of details of incident
c. Inmates and staff involved
d. Injuries sustained by inmates or staff
e. Actions taken by inmates and staff
f. Response of staff to incident
g. Current status of involved parties (i.e. has medical care been administered)
h. Information relating to supervisory involvement (i.e. did reporting officer notify chain of command and what was the response)
i. Current status of situation (at the time of the report has the situation been resolved, or is it still ongoing)
Performance Outcome 2.3
Prepare a disciplinary report and related paperwork.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.3
1. Given a written or practical exercise, prepare a disciplinary report and required documentation and/or forms to facilitate processing the disciplinary action or rule infraction.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.3.1. Disciplinary report preparation and procedures
2.3.2. Identify reporting and documentation requirements
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify the elements of a disciplinary report and the accompanying documentation.
a. Offense and/or disciplinary action and/or rule infraction
b. Date, location, and time
c. Description of details of disciplinary incident
d. Victim(s) description(s)
e. Inmate(s) file number
f. Inmate(s) description
g. Full name(s) of inmate(s) and others involved
h. Injuries inmate(s) may have received
i. Detention
j. Restrictions
k. Privileges
l. Penalties
m. Appeals/Review
n. Decisions
o. Notifications
p. Exceptions
q. Continuances
r. Reporting and documentation procedures
Performance Outcome 2.4.
Demonstrate the ability to describe an escaped inmate.
Training Objective Relating to 2.4
1. Given a practical exercise, describe inmate(s) to other staff members and professionals.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.4.1. Identify an inmate’s physical characteristics
2.4.2. Identify public safety considerations and precautions
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify physical characteristics from the top down.
2. Identify apparel and/or clothing.
3. Identify mode of travel (if known).
4. Identify reason for look out.
5. Identify staff, inmate(s) and public safety considerations and precautions.
6. Identify security and safety procedures.
Performance Outcome 2.5.
Communicate with inmate(s), staff, and visitors while maintaining awareness of possible differences in their levels of understanding.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.5.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Different levels of understanding
b. Effective communication skills
c. Safety and security procedures
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.5.1. Identify and demonstrate communication skills
2.5.2. Identify different levels of understanding
2.5.3. Identify safety and security procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify and demonstrate possible situations where communication style adjustments may be needed or required;
a. Voice tone
b. Language use/simplification
c. Body stances/gestures
d. Cultural awareness
e. Facial expressions
f. Eye contact
2. Identify an understanding of the inmate’s behavior.
3. Identify methods of safe approach and procedures.
4. Identify inmate audience (e.g. age, education level, cultural diversity, etc.)
5. Identify potential reasons for communication challenges (e.g. hearing impaired, intellectual disability etc.)
6. Identify safety and security procedures.
Performance Outcome 2.6.
Identify conflict resolution skills.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.6.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, define negotiation, mediation, and arbitration
2. Given a written exercise, identify the steps of each conflict management technique
3. Given a practical exercise, negotiate, mediate, or arbitrate a conflict and/or crisis situation
4. Given a written exercise, identify procedures for evidenced based supervision strategies
5. Given a written exercise, identify causes of inmate’s behavior (i.e. physical and/or mental health)
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.6.1. Define negotiation, mediation, and arbitration
2.6.2. Identify steps involved in conflict management techniques;
2.6.2.1. Negotiation
2.6.2.2. Mediation
2.6.2.3. Arbitration
2.6.3. Identify safety and security precautions
2.6.4. Identify evidence based supervision strategies
2.6.5. Identify causes of inmate’s behavior (i.e. physical and/or mental health)
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Define negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.
2. Identify steps involved in conflict management techniques.
3. Identify and evaluate the conflict or crisis scene.
4. Identify officer security and safety procedures.
5. Identify causes of inmate’s behavior (i.e. physical and/or mental health)
Performance Outcome 2.7. 2.3
Compile and complete all forms, log entries, and inventories in a comprehensible and precise layout.
Training Objectives Related to 2.7. 2.3
1. Given practical exercises, identify types of documentation procedures for reports, complete forms, inventories and log entries.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
2.7.1. 2.3.1. Identify Demonstrate writing various types log entries.
2.7.2. 2.3.2. Identify and demonstrate reporting and documentation procedures completion of forms.
2.7.3. 2.3.3. Identify and demonstrate inventory procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify; Types of log entries
a. Log entries that are specific to certain posts (i.e. housing units, roving patrol, food service, education areas, work areas, etc.)
b. Inventory(ies) Emergency situations and evacuations
c. Forms PREA compliance
d. Counts
e. Significant events
f. Routine events
2. Identify and demonstrate reporting procedures. Various forms utilized in the performance of duties
a. Recognize common errors Department level
(i). Evidence custody report
(ii). Restrictive or special housing individual log
(iii). Key inventory
(iv). Gang observation report
(v). Confiscation of property
(vi). Shakedown reports
(vii). Special watch log
b. Compare fact versus opinion Facility level
(i). Count sheets
(ii). Security equipment inventory
(iii). Post inventory
c. List seven essentials
d. Use 6 C’s of communications
1. Clear
2 . Concise
3. Complete
4. Chronological
5. Correct
6. Confidential
e. Required timelines
3. Identify and demonstrate inventory procedures. Procedures associated with inventory of specific item types:
a. Tools
b. Keys
c. Medical equipment
d. Security equipment
Performance Outcome 2.8.
Identify and recognize hostage and/or barricaded incidents.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.8.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify a hostage and/or barricaded incident.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.8.1. Identification and recognition of a hostage and/or barricaded incident
2.8.2. Identify officer communication skills
2.8.3. Identify how to notify and request assistance
2.8.4. Identify security and safety procedures
2.8.5. Identify documentation and reporting procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify a hostage and/or barricaded incident.
a. Procedures
b. Containment
c. Coordination
d. Evacuation
e. Contact
1. Barricaded subject's needs
2. Barricaded subject's wants
f. Method(s) for surrender:
g. Armed inmate(s)
h. Suicidal subject(s)
2. Identify reporting and documentation requirements.
3. Identify security and safety procedures.
4. Identify reporting and documentation procedures.
Performance Outcome 2.9.
Detect and report facility environmental changes and the associated impact on the facility.
Training Objective Relating to 2.9.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify, detect, and report nature or human made environmental changes.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.9.1. Identify environmental changes and the associated impact
2.9.2. Identify safety and security procedures
2.9.3. Identify reporting and documentation procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify environmental changes and the associated impact.
2. Identify security and safety procedures.
3. Identify reporting and documentation.
Performance Outcome 2.10.
Prepare and submit incident reports and/or related paperwork.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.10.
1. Given a practical exercise, identify:
a. Incident and/or offense report and other related paperwork
b. Day to day operation directives and post orders
c. Writing principles
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.10.1. Identify incident reporting and documentation
2.10.2. Identify and demonstrate related paperwork
2.10.3. Identify directives and post orders
2.10.4. Identify and demonstrate principles of writing
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify the requirements of incident reports and related paperwork.
a. Type of offense
b. Time/date/location
c. Circumstances – what and how
d. Action taken
e. Victim's description
f. Inmate’s description
g. Complainant and reporting party Information
h. Witness(es) information
2. Demonstrate writing skills.
a. Narrative style
b. Proper use of grammar
c. Essential and accurate statements of facts
d. Complete and detailed representation of facts
e. Impartial, clear, and concise language
f. Chronological order
g. Past tense
h. Active voice
i. Submittal(s) to agency staff/law enforcement
j. Inmate’s file
k. Legible
l. Grammatically correct
m. Properly punctuated
3. Identify post orders and directives.
Performance Outcome 2.11.
Identify and demonstrate evidence statement skills and comprehension.
Training Objectives Related to 2.11.
1. Given a practical exercise, write a concise statement from suspect(s), inmate(s), and witnesses for possible admission as evidence.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.11.1. Identify and demonstrate writing skills and comprehension
2.11.2. Identify an evidence statement
2.11.3. Identify submittal procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Demonstrate writing evidence statement(s):
a. Concise, factual, truthful, and represents what is said
b. Location, date, and time
2. Identify witness/evidence statement.
3. Identify submittal guidelines and procedures.
Performance Outcome 2.12. 2.4
Identify radio, telephone communications, and Statewide Agencies Radio System (STARS) equipment and demonstrate proficiency in communicating effectively through mechanical media. Use a communication device properly.
Training Objectives Related to 2.12. 2.4
1. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate:
a. Proficiency in relaying The relay of a verbal messages message.
b. Proper and effective use The use of a portable or mobile radio, squelch, volume and proper channel selection.
c. The use of Plain plain talk or 10 codes.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
2.12.1. 2.4.1. Demonstration of Relay a verbal and written communiqués and/or messaging; message.
2.12.1.1. Radio and telephone equipment
2.12.1.2. STARS
2.12.1.3. Serious Incident Reports (SIRS)
2.12.1.4. Plain talk and/or 10 codes
2.4.2. Demonstrate radio communication.
2.4.3. Demonstrate telephonic communication.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Demonstrate types Types of verbal and written communiqués and/or messaging
2. Demonstrate use Use of telephone, portable and/or mobile radio use and controls
3. Identify STARs equipment use and procedures.
4. Identify SIRS procedures.
Performance Outcome 2.13.
Identify rules, procedures, expectations, violations and consequences to inmates.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.13.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Institutional/facility rules and procedures
1. Expectations
2. Violations
3. Consequences
b. Appropriate response and assistance to inmates’ questions, concerns, complaints, and requests
c. Listening skills
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
2.13.1. Identify and enforce rules and procedures
2.13.2. Identify inmate expectations
2.13.3. Demonstrate communication skills
2.13.4. Identify violations and consequences
2.13.5. Identify appropriate problem solving responses and assistances
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify and relay institutional/facility rules and procedures to inmates.
2. Identify inmate expectations, violations, and consequences if inmates fail to comply.
3. Demonstrate communication skills to convey rules and procedures.
4. Identify and demonstrate listening skills/techniques when responding appropriately to inmates’ questions, concerns, complaints, and requests.
5. Describe how staff can assist and provide appropriate problem solving assistance.
Performance Outcome 2.5
Identify different levels of understanding and language barriers.
Training Objectives Relating to 2.5
1. Given a written exercise, identify procedures and techniques to communicate with inmates with different levels of understanding and language barriers.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
2.5.1. Identify communication skills with awareness of the different levels of understanding, language barriers, and conveyance.
2.5.2. Identify legal protections for inmates who are not proficient in English.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section.
Category 3 – Safety
Performance Outcome 3.1
Identify approved restraints and demonstrate restraining procedures.
Training Objective Related to 3.1
1. Given a practical written exercise, identify approved restraints and the nomenclature. (mechanical, medical, and electronic, etc.)
2. Given a written exercise, define positional asphyxia.
3. Given a practical exercise, identify demonstrate safe and effective restraining procedures.
4. Given a practical exercise, identify take down techniques and procedures.
Criteria: The trainee student 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) Apply restraints in standing, kneeling, and prone positions.
3.1.3. Identify all department approved restraining devices.
3.1.4. Identify and demonstrate the use of leg irons or other devices that restrain legs or the torso restraint nomenclature.
3.1.5. Define positional asphyxia.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify and demonstrate safe Safe and effective application of restraints of compliant inmates handcuffing of cooperative single and multiple inmates.
2. Identify and demonstrate safe Safe and effective handcuffing in the following positions. application of restraints on a non-compliant inmate
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. 3. Definition of positional asphyxia
a. Primary medical dangers associated with the sudden restrain of a violent inmate Also known as postural asphyxia, positional asphyxia is a form of asphyxia which occurs when someone’s position prevents the person from breathing adequately
b. Primary medical dangers associated with positional asphyxia
c. Primary medical dangers associated with the sudden restraint of a violent inmate
Performance Outcome 3.2
Identify drug possession and evidence collection procedures. Identify drugs and indicators of drug use within the prison setting.
Training Objective Related to 3.2
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify potential commonly abused drugs and indicators of possible drug contraband possession by inmate, staff and/or visitors: within the prison setting.
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: indicators of potential drug use by inmates.
a. Remove
b. Preserve
c. Protect
d. Reporting and documentation
e. Types
f. Chain of custody
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.2.1. Identify indications indicators that an inmate(s), visitor(s) visitor, and/or staff has possession of drug contraband.
3.2.2. Identify contraband evidence collection procedures (drugs, needles, syringes etc.)
3.2.3. 3.2.2. Identify narcotics and other controlled abused substances.
3.2.4. 3.2.3. Identify inhalants and OTC over-the-counter drugs.
3.2.5. 3.2.4. Identify of other illegal drugs or substances.
3.2.6. Demonstrate evidence collection procedures
3.2.5. Identify common signs of intoxication and drug use.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify indicators Indicators of possible possession of drug contraband.
a. Drug use in the institution
b. Drug use and abuse by user
c. Concerns
d. Controls
e. c. Narcotics and other controlled or abused substances, tobacco, or alcohol products
1. (i). Appearance
2. (ii). Effect
3. (iii). Behaviors
4. (iv). Description
5. (v). Odor
6. (vi). Slang/street names
7. (vii). Methods of introduction
a. Dependency
b. Signs and symptoms
(viii). Dependency
(ix). 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 within the prison environment.
Training Objective Related to 3.3.
1. Given a written exercise, identify methods of creation and material materials readily available used to create homemade and/or improvised weapons.
2. Given a written exercise, identify procedures for removing, preserving, protecting, and properly documenting homemade materials and discovered weapons and weapon-making materials.
3. Given a written exercise, identify safety techniques to safe guard staff, visitors and inmates
Criteria: The trainee student 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 related to the discovery of improvised weapons.
3.3.3. Identify safety techniques to safe guard staff, visitors, and inmates.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify methods and material to create homemade weapons. Improvised weapons created within the facility are made from commonly found materials including metal bars, hard plastics, paper, and other readily accessible items
2. Identify procedures for removing, preserving, protecting, and properly documenting homemade materials and weapons. Any weapon discovered inside the institutional setting should generally be considered evidence and treated according to established evidence collection procedures
3. Identify safety techniques to safe guard staff, visitors, and inmates. Inmates create and procure weapons for a multitude of reasons including, self-defense, intimidation, staff assault, gang activity, etc.
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 3.4
Conduct transportation of inmates.
Training Objective Related to 3.4
1. Given a written exercise, identify procedures related to inmate transportation.
2. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate the safe loading and unloading of inmates into transportation vehicles.
3. Given a written exercise, identify procedures to transport an ill or injured inmate.
4. Given a written exercise, identify emergency transportation procedures.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
3.4.1. Identify administrative procedures associated with inmate transportation.
3.4.2. Identify different types of transportation.
3.4.3. Identify transportation restraining procedures.
3.4.4. Demonstrate inmate vehicle loading and unloading procedures.
3.4.5. Identify procedures related to transportation of ill, injured, or disabled inmates.
3.4.6. Identify procedures related to emergency transportation.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Transportation procedures
a. Notification and identification of inmate for transportation
b. Documentation required for various types of transportation (i.e. gate pass, medical records, court documents, etc.)
c. Application of appropriate restraints
(i). Handcuffs
(ii). Handcuff cover
(iii). Waist chain
(iv). Leg irons
(v). Electronic control devices
d. Vehicle preparation and inspection
e. Other materials that may be required for transportation
(i). Communication devices
(ii). Additional restraints
(iii). Post orders and log book procedures during transportation
f. Communication requirements
g. Route planning
h. Traffic law and rules during inmate transportation
(i). Traditional
(ii). Emergency
i. Planned stops or breaks during inmate transportation
2. Types of transportation
a. Traditional transportation
(i). Medical
(ii). Bereavement
(iii). Court
(iv). Transfer to other facilities
(v). Release
b. Transportation of ill, injured, or disabled inmates
(i).Universal precautions
(ii). Ambulatory (i.e. amputee)
(iii). Non-ambulatory (i.e. wheelchair)
(iv). Pregnant
c. Emergency transportation
(i). Ambulance procedures
(ii). Other emergency vehicle transportation (i.e. aircraft)
3. Loading and unloading procedures
a. Weapon awareness
b. Duties of controlling officer
c. Duties of covering officer
d. Inmate safety belt requirements
Performance Outcome 3.7. 3.5
Inventory and control all tools and equipment.
Training Objective Related to 3.7. 3.5
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.
3. Given a written exercise, identify the classification of tools.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.7.1. 3.5.1. Identify and demonstrate accountability and control of all tools and equipment. procedures
3.7.2. 3.5.2. Identify safety rules and procedures.
3.7.3. 3.5.3. Identify maintenance procedures.
3.7.4. 3.5.4. Identification Identify identification, documentation, and reporting procedures.
3.5.5. Identify tool classification.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
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. 3.6
Identify Inventory and control medical equipment and supplies.
Training Objective Related to 3.8. 3.6
1. Given a written and practical exercise, identify procedures governing the inventory, and control and disposal of all medical equipment, and 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 student shall be tested on the following:
3.8.1. 3.6.1. Identify inventory and control procedures for medical equipment.
3.8.2. 3.6.2. Identify disposal procedures for medical equipment and supplies. and disposal procedures
3.8.3. 3.6.3. Identify safety inventory procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
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 3.7
Inventory and control keys and locking devices.
Training Objective Related 3.7
1. Given a written exercise, identify types/classifications of keys.
2. Given a written exercise, identify locations/procedures for issuing keys.
3. Given a written exercise, identify procedures for personal accountability and control of keys.
4. Given a written exercise, identify procedures for managing the inventory of keys.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
3.7.1. Identify types/classifications of keys.
3.7.2. Identify locations/procedures for issuing keys.
3.7.3. Identify procedures for personal accountability and control of keys.
3.7.4. Identify procedures for managing the inventory and control of keys.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and additional information below.
1. Types and classification of keys
a. General keys
b. Security keys
c. Emergency keys
d. Master keys
e. Pattern keys
f. Personal keys
2. Procedures for issuance of various keys
a. Chit system (Certified Hanging Identification Tag)
b. Security Keys
c. General Keys
d. Electric key control/distribution system
3. Accountability and control of keys
a. Personal accountability and control measures
b. Restrictions on possession of certain keys in specific areas
c. Reporting lost, stolen or damaged keys
d. Key rotation
Performance Outcome 3.9. 3.8
Move inmates within the facility.
Training Objective Related to 3.9. 3.8
1. Given a practical written exercise, identify movement procedures within the facility.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.9.1. 3.8.1. Identify movement procedures within facility.
3.9.2. 3.8.2. Identify security and safety procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify inmate movement procedures within facility. Procedures for different types of inmate movement within a facility
a. Master pass list
b. Trip pass
c. Other movements (i.e. Recreation, meals)
2. Identify security Security and safety procedures
a. Control movement
b. Perimeter and area security
Performance Outcome 3.10. 3.9
Disperse fights between two or more inmates/visitors/persons. Separate, contain, and manage two or more persons engaged in a physical altercation.
Training Objective Related to 3.10. 3.9
1. Given a practical exercise, identify demonstrate approved techniques for breaking up fights between separating, containing, and managing two or more inmates persons engaged in a physical altercation.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the procedures after a use of force incident.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.10.1. 3.9.1. Evaluation of Evaluate the situation.
3.10.2. 3.9.2. Verbal Use of verbal intervention.
3.10.3. 3.9.3. Use of appropriate level of force.
3.10.4. 3.9.4. Use and identification of safety procedures.
3.10.5. 3.9.5. Identification of Identify medical follow-up procedures.
3.10.6. 3.9.6. Identification of Identify reporting and documentation procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify how How to evaluate the situation
2. Identify intervention Intervention steps
a. Intervene verbally using communications skills and voice commands
b. Establish contact with the hostile inmates/visitors/persons
c. b. Ascertain the reason(s) for his/her/their hostility the altercation
d. c. Use of calming de-escalation 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 Appropriate level of force when verbal intervention fails.
4. Identify safety Safety procedures.
a. Monitor activities
1. (i). Individual
2. (ii). Group
b. Observe and assess the inmate's/visitor's/person's propensity toward violence.
c. Determine presence of weapon(s)
d. Intervention
1. (i). Tactics De-escalation
2. (ii). Restrain Control techniques
3. (iii). Control Restore order
5. Identify medical Medical follow-up procedures.
6. Identify documentation and reporting Reporting procedures.
Performance Outcome 3.11. 3.10
Subdue a Control physically attacking inmate(s) individuals.
Training Objective Related to 3.11. 3.10
1. Given a practical exercise, identify and demonstrate techniques for defending oneself defense against a physically attacking inmate(s) individuals and subduing gain control of the inmate(s) attackers during a simulation exercise using a volunteer and/or instructor.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.11.1. Identify items that may be potential weapons used by inmate(s).
3.11.2. 3.10.1. Demonstrate countermeasures designed to deflect aggressor attackers.
3.11.3. Identify defensive techniques.
3.11.4. 3.10.2. Demonstrate application of control techniques. how to subdue an inmate.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify items that may be potential weapons used by inmate(s)
2. 1. Demonstration of defensive Defensive strategy designed to protect the trainee’s vulnerable areas targets.
3. 2. Demonstration of countermeasures Counter-measures designed to deflect aggressor attackers for de-escalation
4. 3. Demonstration of de-escalation by: Application of control techniques
a. Decentralizing inmate to prone position for restraining
b. Disengaging from inmate
5. 4. Identify physical techniques to stop aggressor. Disengaging from attackers
Performance Outcome 3.12. 3.11
Control a non-compliant inmate and place in a prone position subject.
Training Objective Related to 3.12. 3.11
1. Given a written practical exercise, identify threat non-compliant subject.
2. Given a practical exercise, identify demonstrate safe contact and initial control procedures techniques.
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 student shall be tested on the following:
3.12.1. 3.11.1 Identify threat non-compliant subject.
3.12.2. 3.11.2. Identify Demonstrate safe contact and initial control procedures techniques.
3.12.3. 3.11.3. Identify and demonstrate procedures and Demonstrate techniques to place an inmate in move a non-compliant subject from a standing to prone position.
3.12.4. 3.11.4. Demonstrate cuffing and restraining procedures techniques to move a non-compliant subject from a prone to standing position.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify assessment of threat by inmate. A non-compliant subject is an individual who displays the following actions:
a. Failure to respond or comply with verbal commands
b. Failure to comply with established procedures
2. Identify safe contact and initial control procedures. Determine the appropriate response based on the non-compliant subjects actions
3. Identify procedures and techniques to control and/or secure weapon. Safe contact and control techniques
a. Escorts
b. Control holds
c. Take downs
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. 3.12
Disarm an armed inmate(s).
Training Objective Related to 3.14. 3.12
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 student shall be tested on the following:
3.14.1. 3.12.1. Identify and demonstrate factors to consider when assessing whether to attempt a disarm; an aggressor.
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. 3.12.2. Identify and demonstrate 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: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify and demonstrate factors Factors to consider when assessing whether an attempt to disarm an inmate is appropriate making a disarming attempt
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. 3.13
Identify chemical agents and other crowd control equipment less lethal force options.
Training Objective Related to 3.15. 3.13
1. Given a written exam or during a simulation exercise, identify the practical exercise, demonstrate the techniques for using deploying chemical agents and other crowd control/management equipment.
2. Given a written exercise, identify chemical agents, aerosol sprays, less lethal munitions and pyrotechnics.
2. 3. Given a practical written exercise, identify first aid or aftercare and decontamination procedures.
3. 4. Given a practical exercise, identify demonstrate personal decontamination procedures techniques.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.15.1. 3.13.1. Identify Demonstrate the techniques for deploying chemical agents, aerosol sprays and pyrotechnics and deployment methods.
3.13.2. Identify chemical agents, aerosol sprays, less lethal munitions and pyrotechnics.
3.15.2. 3.13.3. Identify first aid or aftercare and decontamination procedures.
3.15.3. 3.13.4. Identify Demonstrate personal decontamination techniques and procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify types of chemical agents, aerosol sprays and pyrotechnics and methods of deployment.
a. Aerosol sprays
b. Pyrotechnics
c. Projectile
2. Identify proper application of chemical agents and aerosol sprays.
3. 2. Identify side the effects on staff, visitors, and inmates sprayed with of chemical agents or aerosol spray.
a. Short-term Psychological
b. Long-term Physiological
4. 3. 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. 4. 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 3.14
Disperse or control an unauthorized assembly.
Training Objective Related to 3.14
1. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate disturbance control techniques in a team environment.
2. Given a written exercise, identify warning signs of a potential unauthorized assembly.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
3.14.1. Identify warning signs of a potential unauthorized assembly.
3.14.2. Demonstrate safety and security procedures.
3.14.3. Demonstrate communication skills and voice commands.
3.14.4. Demonstrate controls and movement.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Warning signs of a potential unauthorized assembly
a. Sudden increase in inmate unauthorized activity
b. Sudden decrease other inmate activities (going to meals, recreation, etc.)
c. Storing of excess property (food items, clothing, etc.)
d. Increase in contraband
2. Safety and security procedures
a. Awareness of surroundings
(i). Exits
(ii). Movement corridors
(iii). Choke points
(iv). Areas to avoid (i.e. enclosed spaces, corners, etc.)
b. Access control
c. Improvised and traditional weapons that can be used by inmate groups
3. Communication skills and voice commands
a. Radio communications during a disturbance or other emergency
b. Voice commands used during disturbance control efforts
4. Disturbance control movement procedures
a. Disturbance control team structure
b. Disturbance control formations
5. Disturbance control principles
a. Initial contact with group
b. Identify group leaders
c. Ascertain reasons for disturbance
d. De-escalation
e. Control and containment
f. Post-disturbance actions
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 3.15
Identify considerations for the necessary and appropriate use of force.
Training Objectives Related to 3.15
1. Given a written exercise, identify factors that affect the use of force.
2. Given a written exercise, identify factors that affect the use of lethal force.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
3.15.1. Identify the definition of less lethal force.
3.15.2. Identify the definition of lethal force.
3.15.3. Identify the definition of excessive force.
3.15.4. Identify subject actions that must be present in order for force to be justified.
3.15.5. Identify situations in which force may be justified.
3.15.6. Identify recording and reporting requirements associated with use of force.
3.15.7. Identify appropriate levels of justified force based upon subject’s actions.
3.15.8. Identify procedures associated with cell extractions of inmates.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Definitions:
a. Less Lethal Force – Any use of a weapon or other device/technique which when used according to the manufacturer’s design and recommendations and in accord with the employee’s training, is likely to produce no injury or “less than serious injuries”
b. Lethal Force – Any use of force that is likely to cause serious bodily harm or death
c. Excessive Force – The amount of force that is beyond what is reasonably required to prevent harm or to control a particular situation or that is not justified by the circumstances
2. Subject actions that must be present in order to utilize force
a. Intent
b. Opportunity
c. Capability
3. Situations is which force may be justified
a. Less Lethal
(i). Self-defense and defense of others
(ii). Prevention of suicide
(iii). Prevent the taking of hostages
(iv). Prevent an escape
(v). Quell a rebellion or riot
(vi). Prevention of property damage
(vii). Compel an inmate to comply with direct orders when no quick or immediate alternative method is effective or appropriate
b. Lethal
(i). To prevent death or serious physical injury
(ii). Prevent the taking of hostages
(iii). Prevent an escape
(iv). Quell a rebellion or riot
(v). Prevent major destruction of a state building
4. Recording and reporting requirements for use of force
a. Video recording when appropriate (i.e. cell extraction, disturbance control, closed circuit systems, etc.)
b. Incident reporting requirements
5. Amount of authorized force based upon subject actions
a. Non-force methods of control
b. Defensive tactics and control techniques
c. Restraints
d. Less-lethal weapons and munitions
e. Electronic immobilization devices
f. Chemical agents
g. Lethal force
6. Cell extractions
a. Recording requirements
b. Specialized equipment
c. Personnel requirements
d. Specialized teams and training
Performance Outcome 3.18. 3.16
Identify sudden stress and its effects.
Training Objective Related to 3.18. 3.16
1. Given a written exercise, identify the psychological and physiological effects of sudden stress when threatened with danger.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
3.18.1. 3.16.1. Identify psychological and physiological effects of stress when threatened with danger.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
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
Performance Outcome 3.17
Demonstrate weapon retention techniques.
Training Objectives to 3.17
1. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate control techniques to maintain possession of agency assigned duty firearms and equipment.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
3.17.1. Demonstrate situational awareness
3.17.2. Demonstrate techniques to maintain possession of assigned duty firearm against physically attacking inmate(s).
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section.
Category 4 – Emergency Response
Performance Outcome 4.1.
Identify emergencies emergency situations that may be encountered in the prison environment.
Training Objective Related to 4.1.
1. Given a written exercise, identify: types of emergencies that may affect prison operations.
a. Nature and human made emergencies
b. Security and safety measures
c. Isolation
d. Containment
e. Prevention
f. Structural damage and/or failure
g. Work stoppage and/or shortage
h. Incident management
2. Given a written exercise, identify potential responses to emergency situations based upon severity of the event.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
4.1.1. Identify types of emergencies that may affect prison operations.
4.1.1. 4.1.2. Identify indicators and levels of severity for nature natural and human-made emergencies
4.1.2. 4.1.3. Identify response and management procedures
4.1.3. Identify containment procedures
4.1.4. Identify group movement
4.1.5. Identify safety procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify nature and/or human made emergencies. Natural emergencies include any natural event that may impact the ability of a prison facility to maintain normal operations; Examples relevant to location of each type should be included in lesson plans based upon historical geographical information:
a. Indicators Geological
b. Levels of severity Hydrological
c. Meteorological
d. Fire
2. Identify hazmat incident(s), bomb(s) and/or improvised explosive device(s) or bomb threat(s). Human-made emergencies may include any event that is created solely by the activity of a person or persons that has the ability to affect the normal operation of a prison
a. Terrorism
b. Nuclear incidents
c. Chemical spills or contamination
d. Industrial accidents
3. Identify safety procedures and measures to protect inmates, staff and visitors. Severity of emergency event will dictate type of response based upon size of area or total number of persons affected by event
a. Isolated event
b. Local event
c. Regional event
d. Statewide event
e. National event
4. Identify procedures for controlling fire(s). Response to emergencies are outlined in Emergency Operations Procedures which are maintained at all Commonwealth facilities
5. Identify procedures to be employed during power failure; loss of heat; loss of water; structural failure, etc.
Performance Outcome 4.2.
Identify hostage situations.
Training Objective Related to 4.2.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Hostage situation(s)
b. Principles of survival
c. Security and safety procedures and techniques
d. Response procedures
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
4.2.1. Identify psychological parameters of the hostage situation(s)
4.2.2. Identify survival principles
4.2.3. Identify security and safety procedures and techniques
4.2.4. Identify response procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify psychological parameters of hostage situation(s).
2. Identify procedures in hostage situation(s).
3. Identify principles of survival for a hostage(s), inmates, and/or staff.
4. Identify actions by hostage(s), inmates, and/or staff which contribute to their safety and survival.
Performance Outcome 4.2
Identify hostage situational awareness and survival principles.
Training Objectives Related to 4.2
1. Given a written exercise, identify information to obtain during a hostage situation.
2. Given a written exercise, identify survival principles.
3. Given a written exercise, identify security and safety procedures and techniques.
4. Given a written exercise, identify notification procedures.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
4.2.1. Identify information to obtain during a hostage situation.
4.2.2. Identify survival principles.
4.2.3. Identify security and safety procedures and techniques.
4.2.4. Identify notification procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify information to obtain
a. Location
b. Number of hostage takers
c. Number of hostages
d. Physical descriptions
e. Known weapons
f. Any other pertinent information
2. Identify survival principles
a. Prepare yourself to be a hostage for an extended period of time
b. Recognize and accept the role of a hostage
c. Do not increase stress to the hostage taker
d. Do not confirm identity, if known
Performance Outcome 4.3.
Participate in emergency drills and exercises.
Training Objective Related to 4.3.
1. Given a practical exercise, participate in a simulated emergency drills and exercises drill.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
4.3.1. Identify emergency drills and exercises.
4.3.2. Demonstrate duties and responsibilities during emergency drills and exercises.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify how to participate in and conduct emergency drills and exercises.
2. Demonstrate duties and responsibilities during drills and exercises.
Performance Outcome 4.4.
Identify and demonstrate first aid and CPR skills.
Training Objective Related to 4.4.
1. Given a written test and practical exercises, successfully:
a. Complete a first aid course
b. Complete CPR course
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
4.4.1. Identify and demonstrate first aid techniques
4.4.2. Identify and demonstrate CPR techniques
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify and demonstrate first aid techniques.
2. Identify and demonstrate CPR techniques.
Performance Outcome 4.5
Complete incident management training.
Training Objective Related to 4.5
1. Given a written or practical exercise, complete:
a. (Repealed)
b. a. FEMA IS-700 National Incident Management System (NIMS) Introductory training
c. b. ICS 100 Introductory training
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
4.5.1. Identify and complete IS-700 NIMS Introductory training course.
4.5.2. Identify and complete ICS 100 Introductory training course.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. (Repealed)
2. Complete IS-700 NIMS Introductory training course.
3. Complete ICS 100 Introductory training course.
Performance Outcome 4.6.
Identify applicable laws, definitions and background information related to terrorism.
Training Objectives Related to 4.6.
1. Given a written exercise, define terrorism according to Title 16 U.S.C and applicable laws in the Code of Virginia.
2. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the differences between extremist beliefs, terrorist activity, and acts/speech protected by the First Amendment
3. Given a written or practical exercise identify the distinctions between and individual acting alone, domestic and international terrorist organizations and their supporters:
a. Background information
1. International
2. Domestic (Intra-national)
b. Strategies/current trends
1. Propaganda
2. Internet resource
3. Complex coordinated attacks intended to overwhelm the local jurisdiction and initiate a regional /statewide response
a. Three or more attackers
b. Simultaneous attack of two or more sites
4. Other as identified
c. Primary objectives
d. Potential targets
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
4.6.1. Define terrorism according to Title 16 U.S.C and applicable laws in the Code of Virginia.
4.6.2. Identify the difference between extremist beliefs, terrorist activity, and acts/speech protected by the First Amendment
4.6.3. Identify the distinctions between and individual acting alone, domestic and international terrorist organizations and their supporters:
4.6.3.1. Extreme political groups (Sovereign Citizens)
4.6.3.2. Race-based hate groups (White Supremacist, Black Separatists)
4.6.3.3. Religious-based hate groups (Christian Identity, Westboro Baptist Church)
4.6.3.4. Special interest groups (anti-abortion, animal rights)
4.6.3.5. Foreign Terrorist Organizations (al Qaeda, ISIS, Boko Haram)
4.6.3.6. Identify the primary objectives of terrorists:
4.6.3.6.1. Recognition
4.6.3.6.2. Coercion
4.6.3.6.3. Intimidation
4.6.3.6.4. Provocation
4.6.3.6.5. Insurgency Support
4.6.3.7. Potential targets
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Define terrorism according to Title 16 U.S.C and applicable laws in the Code of Virginia.
2. Identify the difference between extremist beliefs and terrorist activity acts/speech protected by the First Amendment (i.e. subject has radical beliefs which are not a violation of law until they act upon them)
a. Identify the radicalization process and the behavioral factors influencing the process
b. Terrorist recruitment cycle and socialization activities
3. Identify the distinctions between and individual acting alone, domestic and international terrorist organizations and their supporters:
a. Extreme political groups (Sovereign Citizens)
b. Race-based hate groups (White Supremacist, Black Separatists)
c. Religious-based hate groups (Christian Identity, Westboro Baptist Church)
d. Special interest groups (anti-abortion, animal rights)
e. Foreign Terrorist Organizations (al Qaeda, ISIS, Boko Haram)
4. Identify types of organizations and individuals engaging in acts of terrorism.
a. Background information
1. International
2. Domestic (Intra-national)
b. Strategies/current trends
1. Propaganda
2. Internet resources
3. Complex coordinated attacks intended to overwhelm the local jurisdiction and initiate a regional /statewide response
a. Three or more attackers
b. Simultaneous attack of two or more sites
c. Primary objectives
d. Potential targets
Performance Outcome 4.6
Identify terrorism and weapons of mass destruction in the workplace.
Training Objectives related to 4.6
1. Given a written exercise, identify the definition of terrorism and weapons of mass destruction.
2. Given a written exercise, identify warning signs of potential terrorist acts and response to suspected terrorist activity.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
4.6.1. Identify the definition of terrorism.
4.6.2. Identify the definition of a weapon of mass destruction.
4.6.3. Identify suspicious activity that may be related to terrorism.
4.6.4. Identify reporting procedures for suspected terrorist activity.
4.6.5. Identify actions associated with response to terrorist activity.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Definitions:
a. Terrorism – A violent act or an act dangerous to human life, in violation of the criminal laws of the United States or any segment to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives
b. Weapon of Mass Destruction – A weapon of mass destruction is any device that is designed or intended to cause mass destruction and/or death
2. Suspicious activity that may be associated with terrorism
a. Surveillance of people or buildings
b. Elicitation
c. Tests of security
d. Acquisition of supplies
e. People who don’t seem to belong
f. Dry run/trial run
g. Deploying assets
3. Suspicious vehicles
a. Vehicles carrying camera equipment
b. Tinted windows and altered frames or body panels
c. Abandoned vehicles
4. Suspicious objects
a. Packages with no return address
b. Odd smells
c. Leakage or seepage
d. Strange sounds
e. Protruding wires
f. Excessive postage on packages
5. Reporting Terrorism
a. If you see something, say something, and write a report:
(i). What happened?
(ii). Where did it happen?
(iii). When did it happen?
(iv). Who else was present?
(v). What were your actions?
6. Response and reaction to terrorist activity
a. Time – limit exposure time to hazardous area
b. Distance – create distance between yourself and hazardous area
c. Shielding – place obstacles between you and hazardous area
Performance Outcome 4.7.
Identify common precursors associated with the production of hazardous devices accessible through legal and illegal means.
Training Objective Related to 4.7.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify common precursors associated with the production of hazardous devices and related equipment using legal and illegal resources:
a. Chemical agents
b. Biological agents
c. Radiological devices
d. Explosive devices
e. Weapons of mass destruction
2. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the responsibilities of the first officer on the scene of an act of terrorism.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
4.7.1. Identify common precursors associated with the production of hazardous devices and related equipment using legal and illegal resources:
4.7.1.1. Chemical agents
4.7.1.2. Biological agents
4.7.1.3. Radiological devices
4.7.1.4. Explosive devices
4.7.1.5. Weapons of mass destruction
4.7.2. Recognize and evaluate the situation.
4.7.3. Avoid and isolate the area.
4.7.4. Notify appropriate agencies and request assistance.
4.7.5. If and when determined, proceed to evacuate/shelter in place.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify common precursors associated with the production of hazardous devices and related equipment using legal and illegal resources:
a. Chemical agents
b. Biological agents
c. Radiological devices
d. Explosive devices
e. Weapons of mass destruction
2. Recognize and evaluate the situation.
3. Avoid and isolate the area.
4. Notify appropriate agencies and request assistance.
5. If and when determined, proceed to evacuate/shelter in place.
Performance Outcome 4.8.
Identify the impact of social media on today’s terrorism activities.
Training Objective Related to 4.8.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the impact various forms of social media have on today’s terrorist activity.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
4.8.1 Identify the impact of social media on terrorist activities.
4.8.1.1. Monitor social media during the event, as applicable
4.8.1.2. Utilizing social media for distribution of information
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify the impact of social media on terrorist activities.
a. Monitor social media during the event, as applicable
b. Utilizing social media for distribution of information
Performance Outcome 4.9.
Identify behavior(s) and indicators of suspicious non-criminal and criminal activity that may alert law enforcement to acts of terrorism and identify resources capable of providing assistance.
Training Objectives Related to 4.9.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify behavior(s) and indicators of suspicious non-criminal and criminal terrorist activity.
2. Given a written or practical exercise identify federal, state, and local resources.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
4.9.1. Identify behaviors and indicators of suspicious non-criminal and criminal activities.
4.9.2. Identify federal, state, and local resources.
4.9.2.1. Federal
4.9.2.1.1. Joint Terrorism Task Force
4.9.2.1.2. Terrorist Screening Center (TSC)
4.9.2.1.3. National Joint Terrorism Task Force
4.9.2.2. State Police – Fusion Center
4.9.2.3. Local resources
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify behavior(s) and indicators
a. Suspicious non-criminal
b. Criminal
2. Identify federal, state, and local resources.
a. Federal
1. Joint Terrorism Task Force
2. Terrorist Screening Center (TSC)
3. National Joint Terrorism Task Force
b. State Police – Fusion Center
c. Local resources
Performance Outcome 4.7
Respond to an escaped inmate.
Training Objectives Relating to 4.7
1. Given a practical exercise, describe inmate(s) to other staff members and professionals.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the security procedures related to an escaped inmate.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
4.7.1. Identify an inmate’s physical characteristics.
4.7.2. Identify public safety considerations and precautions.
4.7.3. Identify security procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information listed below.
1. Description of escaped inmate
a. Physical characteristics from the top down
b. Apparel and/or clothing
c. Mode of travel (if known)
2. Identify reason for look out
3. Identify staff, inmate(s) and public safety considerations and precautions
4. Identify security and safety procedures
a. Secure the area
b. Account for staff and inmates
c. Notification of appropriate personnel and agencies
Performance Outcome 4.8
Identify active shooter response for corrections employees.
Training Objectives Related to 4.8
1. Given a written exercise, identify actions to take when confronted with an active shooter.
2. Given a written exercise, identify workplace violence indicators.
3. Given a written exercise, identify actions to prevent and prepare for active shooter incidents.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
4.8.1. Identify the definition of an active shooter.
4.8.2. Identify the recommended actions to take when confronted with an active shooter.
4.8.3. Identify indicators of workplace violence.
4.8.4. Identify actions to prevent or prepare an active shooter event.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Definition of Active Shooter – An individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined space or other populated area; In most cases, active shooters use firearms and there is no pattern or method to their selection of victims
2. Actions to take when confronted with an active shooter
a. Run
b. Hide
c. Fight
d. Due to the nature of the corrections officer’s job duties, and the potential that a corrections officer may be armed when confronted with an active shooter, the expected response may be different from that of an unarmed citizen; Regardless, it must be remembered that the primary duties of a Corrections Officer revolve around the safety and security of inmates
3. Indicators of workplace violence
a. Employees or former employees typically do not become violent unexpectedly
b. Disgruntled visitors who display signs of violence
c. Justice involved persons who may be angry with treatment while incarcerated
4. Actions to prevent or prepare for an active shooter event
a. Development of Emergency Operations Plans
b. Training exercises and practice
c. Situational Awareness
Category 5 – Conflict and Crisis Management
Performance Outcome 5.1.
Apply knowledge of responsivity issues to include the inmate’s culture, environment, and background; and how it impacts behavior, inmate and officer and/or staff relationships, and their environments.
Training Objective Related to 5.1.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Components of an inmate’s environment
b. Lifestyles differences, cultures, social interactions and languages
c. Pro-social values and behavior techniques
d. Security and supervision
2. Given a written exercise or role-play scenarios, recognize behavioral styles in daily occurrences/situations, and the same behavioral styles in stressful or emotionally situations.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
5.1.1. Identify inmate’s environmental components
5.1.2. Identify pro-social and behavior techniques
5.1.3. Identify different life styles
5.1.4. Identify safety and supervision procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify and understand prison environment;
a. Community
b. Inmate backgrounds
c. Communications networks
d. Common patterns of behavior
e. Behavior pattern
1. Usefulness
2. Limitations
3. Stereotyping
2. Role-play scenarios, recognizing behavioral styles in daily occurrences/situations, and the same behavioral styles in a stressful or emotional situation.
3. Identify different lifestyles, cultures, social interactions, and languages.
4. Identify positive ways to supervise inmates with alternative lifestyles, culture backgrounds, and languages.
a. Social/cultural lifestyles
b. Cultural diversity
c. Common prison slang
Performance Outcome 5.2.
Identify high risk behavior including self-injurious tendencies and behaviors.
Training Objective Related to 5.2.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. High risk behavior characteristics to include self-injurious tendencies
b. Procedures taken when presented with non-coping or high risk behavior
c. Documentation and reporting process
d. Psychiatric treatment
e Need for treatment
f. Medical treatment
1. Inmate
2. Staff
3. Civilian
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
5.2.1. Identify indicators and characteristics of high risk behaviors:
5.2.1.1. Self-injurious tendencies and behaviors
5.2.1.2. Intervention and prevention techniques
5.2.2. Identify mental and/or medical procedures for:
5.2.2.1. General medical treatment
5.2.2.2. Psychiatric treatment
5.2.2.3. Treatment after chemical or pepper spray
5.2.2.4. Treatment after use of force
5.2.2.5. Treatment after inmate confrontation and/or fight
5.2.3. Identify reporting and documentation procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify characteristics and signs that an inmate is displaying non-coping behaviors which may result in high risk behavior and/or self injurious behavior.
2. Identify signs of possible self-injurious tendencies and behavior
3. Identify procedures related to inmates displaying high risk or self injurious behavior.
4. Identify provisions and/or referrals for intervention and medical and mental health treatment.
5. Identify follow-up, documentation and reporting procedures.
Performance Outcome 5.3.
Identify suicide prevention and intervention procedures.
Training Objectives Relating to 5.3.
1. Given a written, audio-visual, or practical exercise, identify factors to consider when communication with inmates who threaten to commit suicide.
a. Notification procedures and request for resources
b. Maintain a safe position while communicating with inmate and observe for weapons and the need for universal precautions in case of biohazards
1. Calm inmate down
2. Delay as much as possible
c. Reporting and documentation
d. Environmental factors
e. Signs and symptoms
f. Prevention and intervention techniques
g. Suicide alert levels, threats, and watches
h. Suicide indicators, high risk period and ideation or intent
i. Reporting and documentation procedures.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
5.3.1. Identify communication strategies and techniques
5.3.2. Identify risk factors
5.3.3. Identify alerts, threats, and watches
5.3.4. Identify prevention and intervention procedures
5.3.5. Identify indicators, high risk period and ideation or intent
5.3.6. Identify security and safety precautions
5.3.7. Identify reporting requirements and procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify strategies to use when communicating with an inmate who threatens to commit suicide.
2. Identify suicide indicators, risk factors, high risk period and ideation or intent.
3. Identify process for notification of supervisors.
4. Identify procedures for requesting appropriate assistance and resources.
5. Identify suicide alerts, threats, and watches.
6. Identify prevention and intervention guidelines/measures/procedures.
7. Identify precautions and safety procedures.
8. Identify reporting and documentation requirements and procedures.
Performance Outcome 5.4. 5.1
Identify conflict management and crisis intervention procedures.
Training Objective Related to 5.4. 5.1
1. Given a written exercise, identify the importance of conflict management and crisis intervention.
2. 1. Given a written exercise, identify the factors that contribute to a conflict and/or crisis.
3. Given audio/visual practical scenario, describe actions that could reduce tension and reduce the probability of conflict/crisis situations.
4. 2. Given a practical written exercise, identify conflict management and crisis intervention skills in role-play exercises techniques.
5. Given a written exercise, identify available resources within the institution for inmate assistance.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
5.4.1. 5.1.1. Identify conflict management and crisis intervention the factors that contribute to a conflict and/or crisis.
5.4.2. Identify use of physical force requirements and/or procedures
5.4.3. 5.1.2. Demonstrate Identify conflict management techniques. to reduce tensions
5.1.2.1. Negotiation
5.1.2.2. Mediation
5.1.2.3. Arbitration
5.4.4. 5.1.3. Identify prevention and intervention procedures.
5.4.5. Identify safety precautions
5.4.6. 5.1.4. Identify referral services and assistance.
5.4.7. Identify reporting and documentation
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify and explain the importance of conflict management and crisis intervention.
2. Identify and describe the factors that contribute to a conflict and/or crisis.
3. Identify verbal and non-verbal interactions between the trainee and inmate(s); and description of actions that would reduce tension and the probability of conflict/crisis situations.
4. Identify an inmate’s verbal and non-verbal communication and how it may prevent or reduce the number and intensity of conflict/crisis situations.
5. Identify conflict management and crisis intervention skills in role-play exercises.
6. Identify available resources and referral services within the institution for inmate assistance and state the limitations of each.
7. Identify the requirements for use of physical force according to procedures.
Performance Outcome 5.5.
Recognize inmate abnormal and/or unusual behavior.
Training Objective Related to 5.5.
1. Given a written exercise, identify information which is of critical interest to other officers’ areas of responsibility and factors that determine the degree of urgency.
2. Given a written exercise, identify how stress affects the emotional intensity of the situation.
3. Given a written exercise, identify non-verbal indicators of a stressful or emotionally intense situation.
4. Given a written exercise, identify a synopsis of events that may occur during a shift and how to effectively communicate key information.
5. Given a written exercise, identify safety procedures.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
5.5.1. Identify abnormal and/or unusual behavior procedures
5.5.2. Identify the factors affecting abnormal and/or unusual behavior
5.5.3. Identify the degree of urgency
5.5.4. Identify effective communication skills and demonstrate the ability to relay key information to other staff/supervisor
5.5.5. Identify safety procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify information that is of critical interest to other officers’ areas of responsibility.
2. Identify how stress affects the emotional intensity of the situation.
3. Identify non-verbal indicators of a stressful or emotionally intense situation.
4. Identify key events that may occur during a shift and how to effectively communicate information.
5. Identify safety procedures.
6. Identify the degree of urgency.
Performance Outcome 5.6.
Use discipline in a consistent, positive and effective manner.
Training Objective Related to 5.6.
1. Given written and practical exercises, list the elements of positive discipline and progressive discipline.
2. Given a practical exercise, role-play situations, incidents or conflicts, determine facts, attempt resolution, and identify appropriate charges, if any.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
5.6.1. Identify discipline skills
5.6.1.1. Consistent
5.6.1.2. Positive
5.6.1.3. Effective manner
5.6.2. Identify resolution skills
5.6.3. Identify discipline procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify the elements of positive discipline and progressive discipline.
2. Identify the skills necessary to use discipline in a consistent, positive, and effective manner by enforcing rules and procedures.
Performance Outcome 5.7.
Identify inmate misconduct.
Training Objective Related to 5.7.
1. Given a written exercise, identify what happens at the disciplinary hearing.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the decision making power of the hearing officer to determine penalties and the inmate’s right of appeal.
3. Given a written exercise, identify the forms that must be completed in order to “charge” an inmate according to the disciplinary process.
4. Given a written exercise, use the appropriate forms to document misconduct involving an inmate(s)
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
5.7.1. Identify inmate misconduct
5.7.2. Identify appropriate discipline penalties
5.7.3. Identify inmate’s right of appeal
5.7.4. Identify documentation procedures
5.7.5. Identify testimony procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify what happens at the disciplinary hearing.
2. Identify decision making power of the hearings officer to determine penalties and the inmate’s right of appeal.
3. Identify the forms that must be completed in order to “charge” an inmate.
4. Identify reporting and documentation of inmate misconduct.
5. Identify testimony procedures.
Category 6 – Law and Legal Issues
Performance Outcome 6.1
Identify causes and prevention of negligence and thereby reduce the incidents of violations resulting in criminal or civil liability in the course of performing one’s duties federal and state laws concerned with the protection of inmates’ civil rights that affect a corrections officer in the performance of their duty.
Training Objective Related to 6.1
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the requirements of Title 42, United State Code § 1983, Title 18 United States Code §§241 and 242 and tort law related to personal agency liability portions of the United States Code applicable to a corrections officer.
2. Given a written exercise, identify how the above mentioned other federal laws apply to trainee in order to perform required duties and minimize liability that are applicable to a corrections officer.
3. Given a written exercise, identify negligence related to tort and § 1983 lawsuit.
4. Given a written exercise, identify the difference between Title 18 U. S. Code § 241 and Title 18 U.S. Code § 242.
5. Given a written exercise, identify how the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA) applies to correctional trainee.
6. Given a written exercise, identify confidentiality laws (HIPAA, FOIA, etc).
7. Given a written exercise, identify the Bill of Rights and Amendments: First, Second, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth and Eight.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
6.1.1. Identify elements that must be present for a person to file a Title 42, United States Code § 1983. lawsuit
6.1.2. Identify common legal defenses against a § 1983 lawsuit.
6.1.3. Identify levels of negligence related to tort and § 1983 lawsuit.
6.1.4. Identify the difference between Title 18 U. S. Code § 241 and Title 18 U.S. Code § 242.
6.1.5. Identify how the scope and purpose of the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA). applies
6.1.6. Identify confidentiality laws (HIPPA, FOIA, etc) the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) and its relevance to the correctional setting.
6.1.7. Identify the Virginia Freedom of Information Act § 2.2-3700, Code of Virginia, and its relevance to the correctional setting.
6.1.7. 6.1.8. Identify the Bill of Rights and Amendments: First, Second, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Eight. Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify requirements of Title 42, United State Code § 1983, Title 18 United States Code §§ 241 and 242 and tort law related to personal agency liability civil and criminal liability Copies of the below materials, as well as overviews of how these affect the job functions of a corrections officer:.
a. Title 42 § 1983 United States Code
b. Title 18 U.S. Code § 241
c. Title 18 U.S. Code § 242
d. Constitutional Amendments
(i). First
(ii). Fourth
(iii). Fifth
(iv). Sixth
(v). Eighth
(vi).Fourteenth
2. Identify how the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA) applies to a correctional traniee. Summaries and overviews of how these affect the job functions of a Corrections Officer:
a. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
(i). Privacy Rule
(ii). Security Rule
b. Virginia Freedom of Information Act § 2.2-3700, Code of Virginia
(i). § 2.2-3703 Public bodies and records to which chapter inapplicable; voter registration and election records; access by persons incarcerated in a state, local, or federal correctional facility
c. Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA)
3. Identify levels of negligence related to tort and § 1983 lawsuit.
4. Identify the difference between Title 18 U. S. Code § 241 and Title 18 U.S. Code § 242.
5. Identify how the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA) applies.
6. Identify confidentiality laws (HIPA, FOIA, etc).
7. Identify the Bill of Rights and Amendments: First, Second, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth and Eight.
Performance Outcome 6.2.
Identify due process and legal protections afforded to an inmate when he they violates violate institutional rules and procedures.
Training Objectives Related to 6.2.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify due process and legal protections.
2. Given a written exercise, identify case law Landman vs.v. Royster, 1971 (354 F. Supp. 621).
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
6.2.1. Identify due process.
6.2.2. Identify legal protections.
6.2.3. Identify case law Landman vs.v. Royster, 1971.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify due process.
a. Examples
b. Non-examples
2. Identify legal protections.
a. Physical force
b. Consequences
c. Constitution
d. Statutes
1. Federal
2. State
e. Negligence
1. Types
2. Occurrence
f. Confidentiality
g. Inmate and staff rights
h. Liability violation
i. Discrimination
j. Non-discrimination
k. Sanctions
1. Moderate
2. Major
l. Behaviors
1. Moderate offense
2. Major offense
m. Detain
1. Authority
2. Due process to detain
3. Probable cause
4. Good faith
3. Identify case law Landman vs. Royster 1971.
Performance Outcome 6.3
Secure and safeguard a crime scene and preserve and protect forensic evidence.
Training Objectives Relating to 6.3
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify the procedures and techniques to secure and safeguard a crime scene and to preserve and protect forensic evidence.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
6.3.1. Identify procedures for preserving a crime scene and protecting forensic evidence.
6.3.2. Identify chain of evidence and why it must be maintained.
6.3.3. Identify items associated with an alleged crime and those items that constitute evidence.
6.3.4. Identify procedures for marking, preserving, and transferring evidence.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify techniques and procedures of preserving a crime scene and protecting forensic evidence.
2. Identify chain of evidence and why it must be maintained.
3. Identify items associated with an alleged crime and those items that constitute evidence.
4. Identify procedures for marking and preserving evidence.
5. Identify procedures for transferring evidence to:
a. Proper authorities
b. Evidence custodian
Performance Outcome 6.4.
Understand the justification, authority, and limitations of the law as constituted by federal and state code and reporting of criminal activity in accordance with policy and procedures.
Training Objectives Relating to 6.4.
1. Given a written exercise, compare and contrast state and federal rights of inmates, staff, and citizens.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the primary function, jurisdiction and areas of potential mutual criminal justice agencies assistance.
3. Given a written exercise, identify reporting requirements for criminal activity.
Criteria: The officer shall be tested on the following:
6.4.1. Compare and contrast federal and state rights of inmates, staff, and citizens
6.4.2. Identify the primary function, jurisdiction and areas of potential mutual criminal justice agencies assistance
6.4.3. Identify how to report criminal activity in accordance with policy and procedures
6.4.4. Reporting procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide shall include the following:
1. Identification, comparison and contrasting state and federal rights of inmates, staff and citizens.
2. Identify the primary function, jurisdiction and areas of potential mutual criminal justice agencies assistance of the following:
a. Federal
b. State
c. Local
3. Identify the reporting criminal activity procedures.
Performance Outcome 6.5. 6.4
Demonstrate effective court testimony.
Training Objectives Relating to 6.5. 6.4
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify demonstrate:
a. Communication elements of presenting Presentation of effective and accurate testimony.
b. Role play testimony and the ability to listen
c. b. Importance of professional Professional appearance and demeanor.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
6.5.1. 6.4.1. Identify Demonstrate effective and accurate testimony.
6.5.2. 6.4.2. Identify Demonstrate professional appearance and demeanor.
6.5.3. 6.4.3. Identify court preparation how to prepare for court.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify communication elements required when presenting effective and accurate testimony.
2. 1. Identify the importance of being able to listen well while exerting emotional control when responding accurately and concisely to questions
3. Identify professional appearance and demeanor needed when presenting/giving testimonial evidence.
Performance Outcome 6.5
Identify established federal, and state standards for the prevention, detection and response to sexual abuse, sexual assault and/or sexual harassment and comply with § 63.2-1509 Code of Virginia requirements and the agency’s written procedures.
Training Objectives Related to 6.5
1. Given a written exercise, identify the purpose and requirements of federal and state statutes related to sexual assault for inmate-on-inmate and inmate-on-correctional staff.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
6.5.1 Identify the contents and purpose of § 63.2.-1509, § 18.2-64.2 Code of Virginia, and the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) 28 C.F.R. Part 115 (115.5-15.86) 35 USCS 30301-30309, and the legal consequences for violating the statutory requirements.
6.5.2. Define sexual abuse and sexual harassment, per PREA.
6.5.3. Identify the procedural requirements for reporting cases of suspected, or known incidents of, sexual abuse or sexual harassment:
6.5.3.1. Report to Watch Commander
6.5.3.2. Report to Investigator
6.5.3.3. Complete an internal incident report
6.5.4. Identify prevention and detection strategies to address signs of threatened and actual sexual abuse and sexual harassment in confinement.
6.5.5. Identify vulnerable populations.
6.5.6. Identify available no-cost medical and mental health care services.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Contents and purpose of § 63.2-1509 and § 19.2-64.2 Code of Virginia and the Prison Rape Elimination Act 28 C.F.R. Part 115 (115.5.-15.86), and the consequence of violating the statutory and regulatory requirements
2. Detection and prevention strategies
a. Watch inmate with inmate, and inmate with staff interactions
b. Officers/staff to position self to establish presence in the area
c. Listen for key words or phrases that may indicate a problem
d. Determine whether the situation is “normal”
e. Ask questions when something does not seem right
3. Vulnerable populations
a. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, gender nonconforming
b. Disabled or special needs identified
c. Limited English proficiency
d. Age
e. First-time inmates
f. No gang affiliation
g. Small in stature
h. Prior sexual victimization
i. Non-violent convictions
j. Incarcerated for sexual crimes (i.e. rape, pedophilia, etc.)
4. Physical, emotional/psychological and behavioral effects of sexual assault
5. Available medical and mental health care services with no associated costs
a. Forensic medical exam
b. Pregnancy testing
c. Sexually-transmitted testing prophylactics
d. Mental health counseling
e. Victim advocate
Performance Outcome 6.6
Identify established federal law concerning the protection of religious exercise by institutionalized persons.
Training Objectives Related to 6.6
1. Given a written exercise, identify Title 42 U. S. Code § 2000cc. Protection of Religious Exercise in Land Use and By Institutionalized Persons.
2. Given a written exercise, identify religious pluralism.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
6.6.1 Identify Title 42 U. S. Code § 2000cc.
6.6.2 Identify religious pluralism.
6.6.3 Define institutionalized person as it is referred to in 42 U. S. Code § 2000cc.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Summary of Title 42 U. S. Code § 2000cc. Protection of Religious Exercise in Land Use and By Institutionalized Persons
2. Religious Pluralism
3. Case Law that has affected the operations of correctional facilities throughout the United States:
a. Cutter v. Wilkinson, 544 U.S. 709 (2005)
b. Holt v. Hobbs, 135 U.S. 835 (2015)
Category 7 – Duty Assignments and Responsibilities
Performance Outcome 7.1.
Enforce rules and disciplinary actions.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.1.
1. Given a written exercise, identify:
a. Rules and disciplinary action
b. Identify reporting and documentation requirements
c. Agency policy and procedures
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
7.1.1. Identify rules and disciplinary actions.
7.1.2. Identify reporting and documentation requirements
7.1.3. Identify agency policy and procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify rules and disciplinary action
a. Expectations
b. Enforcement
c. Consequences
2. Identify agency policy and procedures.
3. Identify reporting and documentation requirements.
Performance Outcome 7.2.
Identify indicators of inmate inappropriate activity.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.2.
1. Given a written exercise, identify indication of inmate inappropriate activity(ies).
2. Given a written exercise, identify intervention and prevention skills to anticipate, monitor, assess, observe, and report.
3. Given a written exercise, identify how to identify and report suspicious activities.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
7.2.1. Identify indication of inmate inappropriate activities
7.2.2. Identify suspicious activities
7.2.3. Identify how to document suspicious activities
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify indications of inmate inappropriate activity.
2. Identify knowledge and skills to anticipate, monitor, assess, observe, refer and intervene.
a. Disputes
b. Disturbances
c. High risk/inappropriate/unusual behaviors
d. Crisis incidents
e. Emergencies
3. Identify and report suspicious activities.
a. Inappropriate behavior
b. Emergencies
c. Disturbances
1. Noises
2. Incidents
3. Behavior
d. Observations
e. Medical issues
f. Contraband
g. Gang
1. Hand signs
2. Terminology
3. Activity/affiliation
h. Incidents
i. Responses
1. Use of force
2. Emergencies
a. Fire
b. Bomb threat
c. Hazards
d. Medical
e. Evacuations
f. Lockdowns
g. Prevention
j. Alarms
Performance Outcome 7.3. 7.1
Search vehicles, inmates, staff, and visitors.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.3. 7.1
1. Given a practical exercise, identify procedures and techniques to safely search vehicles, inmates, staff, and visitors.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
7.3.1. 7.1.1. Identify Demonstrate search procedures. for vehicles, inmates, staff, and/or visitors
7.1.1.1. Vehicles
7.1.1.2. Inmates, staff, and visitors
7.1.1.3. Structures, buildings, and areas
7.3.2. 7.1.2. Identify personal protective equipment Demonstrate safety procedures.
7.1.2.1. Personal protective equipment
7.1.2.2. Secure environment
7.1.2.3. Private area (i.e. strip search)
7.3.3. Identify evidence collection procedures
7.3.4. Identify reporting and documentation procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify procedures to safely search vehicles, inmates, staff, and/or visitors.
a. Seize
b. Secure contraband
c. Preserve evidence
d. Dispose
e. Policy and procedures
f. Deny
2. Identify and demonstrate use of personal protective equipment.
3. Identify evidence collection procedures.
4. Identify and demonstrate reporting and documentation procedures.
Instructor Note: Advise officers that they will need to identify agency services and department procedures for advising the public regarding complaints or service requests as part of their training.
Performance Outcome 7.4.
Identify initial admission procedures.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.4.
1. Given a written exercise, identify the admission process of an inmate to the facility.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
7.4.1. Identify procedures to admit an imate to the facility including procedures to register inmates with the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry to ensure compliance with § 53.1-23.2.
7.4.2. Identify safety and security procedures
7.4.3. Identify documentation procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify the inmate’s initial admission process to the facility.
2. Identify safety and security procedures.
3. Demonstrate reporting and documentation procedures.
Performance Outcome 7.5.
Identify different levels of understanding and language barriers.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.5.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify communication skills with awareness of the different levels of understanding, language barriers, and conveyance.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
7.5.1. Identify procedures and techniques to communicate with inmates with different levels of understanding and language barriers
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify verbal communication skills with an awareness of the different levels of understanding and language barriers.
Performance Outcome 7.6. 7.2
Identify safety and security procedures during intake, transfer, and release procedures.
Training Objective Relating to 7.6. 7.2
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify intake, transfer and release procedures and requirements.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
7.6.1. 7.2.1. Identify intake safety and security procedures.
7.2.1.1. Intake
7.2.1.2. Release
7.2.1.3. Transfer
7.6.2. Identify release procedures
7.6.3. Identify transfer procedures
7.6.4. Identify reporting and documentation procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify the agency’s intake procedures.
a. Acceptance
b. Admission
c. Log books
d. Chain of command
2. Identify release procedures.
a. Requirements
b. Procedures
c. Documentation
d. Chain of command
3. Identify agency’s transfer procedures.
4. Identify documentation and reporting procedures.
Performance Outcome 7.7.
Identify emergency care procedures.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.7.
1 Given a written exercise, identify first responder procedures for providing emergency care
2. Given a written exercise, identify procedures transporting inmate.
3 Given a written exercise, identify reporting and documentation procedures.
4. Given a written exercise, identify personal protective equipment and measures.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
7.7.1. Identify emergency care procedures
7.7.2. Identify escorting and transporting procedures
7.7.3. Identify and demonstrate personal protective equipment and measures
7.7.4. Identify reporting and documentation procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify first responder procedures for providing emergency care.
2. Identify procedures for transporting and escorting inmate.
3. Identify procedures for personal protective equipment use and biohazard counter measures.
4. Demonstrate reporting and documentation procedures.
Performance Outcome 7.8. 7.3
Identify medical care procedures.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.8. 7.3
1. Given a written exercise, identify the proper procedures for providing medical care.
2. 1. Given a written exercise, identify distributed medication procedures for storing and dispensing medications (pill call).
3. 2. Given a written exercise, identify procedures to ensure distributed medication is taken the officer’s role in inmate self-administered medication.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
7.8.1. Identify proper procedures for providing medical care.
7.8.2. 7.3.1. Identify distributed medication procedures for storing and dispensing medication (pill call).
7.8.3. 7.3.2. Identify procedures to ensure distributed the officer’s role in self-administered medication is taken.
7.8.4. Identify reporting and documentation procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identify the proper procedures for providing adequate medical care.
2. Identify the procedures for storing and dispensing medication.
3. Identify the procedures to ensure distributed medication is taken.
4. Identify the reporting and documentation procedures.
Performance Outcome 7.9.
Attend musters, briefings or roll calls.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.9.
1. Given a written exercise, identify the purpose for attending musters, briefings or roll calls.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
7.9.1. Identify musters, briefings and or roll call procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Demonstrate and identify the importance of attending and participating in musters, briefings or roll calls.
a. Communication exchanges between shifts as preparation for duty
b. Duty assignments and/or changes
c. Current information covered
d. Opportunity for questions/clarification
e. Change of command
Performance Outcome 7.10 7.4
Identify inspections and security checks.
Training Objective Relating to 7.10. 7.4
1. Given a written or practical exercise, demonstrate identify inspections and security checks.
Criteria: The officer student shall be tested on the following:
7.10.1. 7.4.1. Identify and demonstrate inspections inspection techniques and security checks.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identification and demonstration of inspections techniques and security checks.
a. Tools
b. Weapons
c. Equipment
d. Keys
e. Trays
f. Utensils
g. Property
h. Disposition
i. Inspections/assessments
Performance Outcome 7.11 7.5
Identify mail procedures.
Training Objective Relating to 7.11. 7.5
1. Given a written or practical exercise, demonstrate identify mail procedures.
Criteria: The officer student shall be tested on the following:
7.11.1. 7.5.1. Identify and demonstrate mail procedures.
7.11.1.1. 7.5.1.1. Inspection
7.11.1.2. 7.5.1.2. Distribution
7.11.1.3. 7.5.1.3. Receiving/shipping
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identification and demonstration of mail procedures.
Performance Outcome 7.12 7.6
Identify inmate telephone electronic communication procedures.
Training Objective Relating to 7.12. 7.6
1. Given a written or practical exercise, demonstrate identify inmate telephone procedures.
Criteria: The officer student shall be tested on the following:
7.12.1 7.6.1. Identify and demonstrate telephone procedures.
7.12.1.1. 7.6.1.1. Privileges/rules
7.12.1.2. 7.6.1.2. Constraints
7.6.2. Identify other authorized electronic communication methods.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Identification of inmate telephone procedures.
Performance Outcome 7.7
Operate electrical scanning/detection equipment designed to detect hidden contraband.
Training Objectives Relating to 7.7
1. Given practical exercise, demonstrate the use of electrical scanning/detection equipment designed to detect hidden contraband.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
7.7.1. Demonstrate electrical scanning/detection equipment operation and procedures.
7.7.2. Demonstrate safety procedures.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section.
Performance Outcome 7.8
Identify inmate food service procedures.
Training Objectives Related to 7.8
1. Given a written exercise, identify food service procedures and practices.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
7.8.1 Identify special menus offered to inmates based upon medical needs.
7.8.2 Identify special menus and meal practices provided due to religious beliefs or other circumstances.
7.8.3 Identify food safety protections that must be observed when assigned to a post that places the officer in contact with food.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide includes all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Special menus offered based upon medical needs
a. Diabetic
b. Renal
c. Cardiovascular
d. Food allergy
2. Special menus and meal practices
a. Altered meal times based upon religious holidays
b. Alternate menus based upon religious dietary needs
c. Common fare
Category 8 – Professionalism
Performance Outcome 8.1.
Maintain Display a professional appearance with respect to clothing, hygiene, grooming, and equipment.
Training Objectives Related to 8.1.
1. Given a practical exercise, the trainee will be inspected daily to meet academy standards for display a professional appearance with respect to clothing, hygiene, grooming, and issued equipment.
Criteria: The trainee student will shall be tested on the following:
8.1.1. Identify Display a professional appearance, with respect to clothing, hygiene, and grooming, and issued equipment.
8.1.2. Identify professional appearance for a trainee’s personal equipment
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify the importance of maintaining a professional appearance of public perception of professionalism by presenting a well-groomed appearance of clothing and equipment.
a. Clothing
1. Authorized
2. Unauthorized
b. Hygiene
c. Grooming
d. Public perception
2. Identify requirements for the care and maintenance of authorized clothing and issued equipment.
Performance Outcome 8.2.
Behave in a fair and positive manner to develop and maintain a trust while interacting with the staff, inmates, community, and visitors.
Training Objectives Related to 8.2.
1. Given a written exercise, identify the impact that common courtesy may have regarding the relationship between a trainee and the community.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
8.2.1. Identify reasons to foster a positive relationship between the prison environment and the public
8.2.2. Identify principles that define a profession
8.2.3. Identify historical evolution of penal system in the United States
8.2.4. Identify three elements of the criminal justice system
8.2.5. Identify the place of correctional facilities and criminal justice in the structure of government
8.2.6. Identify general principles of ethics:
8.2.6.1. Code of ethics: dedication
8.2.6.2. Code of ethics: behavior
8.2.6.3. Code of ethics: career development
8.2.7. Identify methods of handling violation of professional, ethical, or legal standards of conduct on the part of fellow trainees, officers, or staff
8.2.8. Identify positive and negative aspects of discretionary enforcement policies and procedures
8.2.9. Identify positive and negative influences of a criminal justice career on a trainee/officer’s personal life
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Identify principles that define a profession.
2. Identify the historical evolution of the penal system in the United States.
3. Identify the three elements of the criminal justice system:
a. Courts
b. Sheriffs
c. Police (local and state)
4. Identify the place of the penal system and criminal justice in the structure of government.
5. Identify and define the role of ethics and/or integrity.
a. Two general principles of ethics and/or integrity that may assist a trainee in making ethical judgments
b. Code of conduct and its impact on the following:
1. Behavior on duty
a. Reverence and obedience for the rules and regulations of the agency
b. Crime prevention
c. Respect for the staff, inmate, community and visitors
d. Impartial enforcement of agency rules and regulations
e. Use minimum force necessary to effect resolution to an incident
f. Report only the truth
g. Testify truthfully
i. Strive to perform at maximum efficiency
j. Never misuse correctional resources or confidential information
k. Encourage and reinforce positive behavior
2. Behavior off duty
a. Practice good citizenship (e.g., youth volunteer work, assist neighbors, be active in schools, etc)
b. Maintain self-control and discipline avoiding disputes, excessive use of alcohol, illegal gambling, prejudicial conduct towards people of different ethnic, religious, and sexual preferences etc.
3. Dedication
a. Self (taking care of you will help you care for others)
b. Family
c. Agency
d. Community
e. State
f. Country
4. Career development
a. Training
b. Resources for individual efforts (e.g. reading, seeking out additional correctional officer training.
c. Using educational resources such as college courses
6. Identify three positive and negative influences on a trainee’s personal life.
a. Positive influences include, but are not limited to
1. Being a role model to family and community
2. Honor and respect family, community, and its citizens
3. Obey laws, rules and regulations
4. Safeguarding the principles of our nation and state
b. Negative influences include, but are not limited to
1. Mental and physical stress
2. Divorce or strains on family interactions
3. Alcoholism and/or drug abuse
4. Mental health problems ranging from chronic stress to depression with the possibility of suicide
5. Illegal gambling
c. Bias
1. Define bias
2. Define discrimination
3. Consequences of bias based supervision
Performance Outcome 8.2
Identify elements of the criminal justice system.
Training Objectives related to 8.2
1. Given a written exercise, identify the elements of the criminal justice system and the role of corrections.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
8.2.1. Identify the three elements of the criminal justice system.
8.2.2 Identify the role of corrections within the criminal justice system.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. The elements of the criminal justice system
a. Law Enforcement
(i). Police - multiple levels including local, state, and federal law enforcement
(ii). Sheriff – the roles of a Sheriff’s Office can vary dependent upon locality
b. Courts
(i). Local
(ii). State
(iii). Federal
c. Corrections
(i). Jails – Local and regional
(ii). Prison – State, federal, private
2. The role of corrections
a. Separation
b. Containment
c. Safety
d. Security
e. Rehabilitation and reentry
Performance Outcome 8.3
Perform duties in a positive professional manner.
Training Objectives related to 8.3
1. Given a written exercise, identify the beneficial impact of positive, professional relationships.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the positive effects of ethical behavior on a criminal justice professional’s career.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
8.3.1. Identify the benefits of positive professional relationships.
8.3.2. Identify general principles of ethics in the workplace.
8.3.3. Identify methods of handling violations of ethical, professional, or legal standards of conduct on the part of other corrections employees.
8.3.4. Identify positive effects of a criminal justice career on a corrections officer’s personal life.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify principles of ethics and integrity that may assist an officer in making ethical judgements
2. The impact of ethical and professional behavior
a. Behavior on duty
(i). Obedience for rules and regulations of the agency
(ii). Crime prevention
(iii).Respect for staff, inmates, members of the community, and visitors
(iv). Impartial enforcement of agency rules and regulations
(v). Appropriate use of correctional resources and confidential information
(vi). Encourage and reinforce positive behavior
b. Behavior off duty
(i). Practice good citizenship
c. Dedication to duty
d. Career development
(i). Training
(ii). Resources for individual efforts of self-improvement and growth
3. Influence of a corrections career on one’s personal life
a. Health and wellness issues
b. Feeling of self-worth through service to community and Commonwealth
c. Work schedules and State holidays
4. Professional relationships within the workplace have numerous benefits which encourage a positive work culture and impact the workplace at multiple levels:
a. Personal support network
b. Encourages learning and growth within the workplace
c. Cultivates a culture of mutual respect and support
Category 9 – Basic Corrections Officer Firearms Training
Performance Outcome 9.1
Identify firearm safety rules.
Training Objectives Related to 9.1
1. Given a written exercise, identify the four (4) cardinal rules of firearm safety.
2. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate firing range safety procedures.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
9.1.1. Identify the cardinal rules of firearm safety.
9.1.2. Demonstrate the use of safety equipment while on the range.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Cardinal rules of firearms safety
a. Treat all firearms as though they are loaded
b. Never point a weapon at anything you do not intend to shoot
c. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire
d. Always be sure of your target and what is behind it
2. Range specific safety rules (may vary by range)
3. Range safety equipment
a. Dual hearing protection
b. Eye safety
c. Exposed skin safety (i.e. hats, sleeves, etc.)
4. Lead hazard associated with firearms training
Performance Outcome 9.3. 9.2
Identify basic knowledge of firearms and use of handgun less lethal launchers.
Training Objectives 9.3. 9.2
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify: the cycle of operation of firearms.
a. Historical evolution and use
b. Cycle of operation
c. Shooting fundamentals
d. Maximum effective range
e. Proficiency
f. Marksmanship
g. Lethality
h. Statutes § 53.1-29 Code of Virginia
2. Given a written exercise, identify effective ranges of firearms and less lethal launchers.
3. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate safe weapons handling.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
9.3.1. Identify historical evolution and use of handgun.
9.3.2. 9.2.1. Identify cycle of operation.
9.3.3. Demonstrate shooting positions using handgun, rifle, shotgun, crowd control gun, and impact weapon
9.3.4. 9.2.2. Identify maximum and minimum effective range ranges for less lethal launchers.
9.3.5. Demonstrate tower and ground techniques
9.2.3. Identify maximum effective range for firearms.
9.3.6. 9.2.4. Demonstrate safe handling and safety measures of firearms and less lethal launchers.
9.3.6.1. Authorized weapon(s)
9.3.6.2. Authorized ammunition
9.3.6.3. Authorized impact ammunition
9.3.6.4. Loading
9.3.6.5. Unloading
9.3.6.6. Cleaning and maintenance
9.3.7. Demonstrate shooting fundamentals
9.3.8. Demonstrate securing weapons before, during and/or after training and/or emergency incidents
9.2.5. Demonstrate the proper use of a clearing barrel.
9.2.6. Demonstrate proper procedures for receiving, transferring, and turning in firearms and less lethal launchers.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify the basic knowledge and use of hand gun.
2. 1. Identify cycle of operation.
a. Firing
b. Unlocking
c. Extracting
d. Ejecting
e. Cocking
f. Feeding
g. Chambering
h. Locking
3. Identify and demonstrate shooting positions using handgun.
4. Demonstrate tower and ground techniques
5. 2. Demonstrate handling and safety measures
a. Authorized weapon(s) and accessories firearms and less lethal launchers
b. Authorized ammunition
c. Authorized impact ammunition
1. (i). Loading
2. (ii). Unloading
3. Cleaning and maintenance
4. (iii). Accountability
5. (iv). Storage
6. Range safety
6. Demonstrate shooting fundamentals
7. Identify use of force and/or firearms procedures.
Performance Outcome 9.2. 9.3
Using proper hand grip and observation, prescribed drawing techniques using the trainee’s approved draw department issued handgun and from holster.
Training Objectives Related to 9.2. 9.3
1. Given a practical exercises, use a good and consistent combat proper grip with a safe and efficient draw from the holster, following prescribed drawing techniques using the trainee’s approved department issued handgun and holster.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
9.2.1. 9.3.1. Draw and fire.
9.2.2. 9.3.2. Draw to a ready position.
9.2.3. 9.3.3. Draw to a “cover mode” simulating the covering of an offender inmate/suspect together with the issuance of the verbal order.
9.2.4. Use standing position
9.2.5. Use of covering and concealment while maintaining visual contact with the threat
9.2.6. Demonstrate reloading while concentrated on the threat and not the weapon
9.2.7. Demonstrate clearing handgun
9.2.8. 9.3.4. Re-holster/secure weapon.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section.
1. Draw and fire.
2. Draw to a ready position.
3. Draw to a “cover mode” simulating the covering of an offender and/or suspect together with the issuance of the verbal order.
4. Using standing position.
5. Use of covering and concealment while maintaining visual contact with the threat.
6. Reloading techniques while concentrated on the threat and not the weapon.
7. Clear handgun stoppages.
a. Definitions:
1. Gripping: using sufficient strength to hold a weapon on a plane so that the projectile will travel on a line to the target
2. Lifting: having adequate strength to lift the weapon to eye level while maintaining safe control
3. Range of vision: should be such that a person can focus on one object (sights) and still see an image of the target
4. Strength: overall strength should be a minimum of being able to perform normal task without fatiguing quickly
5. Breathing: holding breath for a minimal time in order to complete the task of firing the weapon
6. Cover mode: finger outside the trigger guard until you are on target and have decided to fire
8. Identify reholster/secure weapon procedures.
Performance Outcome 9.4.
Demonstrate clearing stoppages and safety procedures (handgun) of firearms and less lethal launchers.
Training Objectives Related to 9.4.
1. Given practical exercises, demonstrate: the clearing of stoppages and malfunctions with firearms and less lethal launchers.
a. Clearing stoppages procedures
b. Safety procedures for weapons on and off the range and while on duty
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
9.4.1. Demonstrate clearing stoppages; and correcting malfunctions with firearms and less lethal launchers.
9.4.2. Identify safety and injury prevention procedures
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following for handgun: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify clearing stoppages procedures.
a. Failure to fire
b. Failure to feed
c. Failure to extract/eject
2. Identify drills and techniques for when the trigger is pulled and the weapon does not fire the common types of malfunctions for firearms and less lethal launchers.
3. Identify safe handling procedures while on the range proper actions to take in the event of a squib load.
4. Identify the safety procedures of weapons while on duty.
Performance Outcome 9.5.
Fire Operate a department issued handgun using issued equipment, authorized ammunition and accessories.
Training Objectives Related to 9.5.
1. Fire issued/approved Given a practical exercise, qualify with department issued handgun, loading device and accessories during daytime and reduced light range exercises using approved/issued holster with 70% accuracy on two of the approved courses of fire.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
9.5.1. Demonstrate dry firing and basic shooting principles.
9.5.2. Fire a minimum of 200 60 and a maximum of 240 rounds with issued ammunition in daylight conditions using department issued/ approved handgun and ammunition prior to qualification.
9.5.3. Qualify on one of the below selected courses with approved targets under daylight conditions Fire a minimum of 24 and a maximum of 96 rounds with using issued ammunition, in reduced light conditions using department issued handgun and ammunition prior to qualification. weapon, duty belt and holster:
9.5.3.1. DOC Double Action Course I for Semi-automatic Pistols, 60 rounds, 25, 15, 7 yards shooting. (See Appendix A)
9.5.3.2. DOC Combat Course I for Semi-automatic Pistols, 60 rounds, 25, 15, 7, 5, 3 yards shooting (See Appendix B)
9.5.3.3. DOC Qualification Course I for Semi-automatic Pistols, 60 rounds, 25, 15, 10, 7, 5, 3 yards shooting. (See Appendix C)
9.5.4. Fire a minimum of 25 rounds in reduced light on a reduced light qualification course with a 70% qualification score on each course. Qualify on the below course with approved targets during daylight conditions using approved ammunition, duty handgun, issued belt, and holster:
9.5.4.1. DOC Daylight Handgun Course, 60 rounds, 25, 15, 7, 5, 3 yards shooting (See Appendix A)
9.5.5. Reduced light practice and qualification courses with time limitations and distances will be established by the training academy. Qualify on the below course with approved targets under reduced light conditions, using approved ammunition, duty handgun, issued belt and holster:
9.5.5.1. Fire from point shoulder positions DOC Reduced Light Handgun Course, 24 rounds, 7 and 5 yards shooting (See Appendix B)
9.5.5.2. Fire using strong and weak hand as appropriate (standing)
9.5.5.3. Correct any malfunctions that may occur
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section.
Performance Outcome 9.6
Operate a duty rifle using issued equipment, authorized ammunition and accessories.
Training Objectives Related to 9.6
1. Given a practical exercise, qualify with approved duty rifle during daytime and reduced light range exercises from an elevated position with 80% accuracy.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
9.6.1. Demonstrate dry firing and basic shooting principals.
9.6.2. Qualify on the below course with approved targets under daylight condition.
9.6.2.1. DOC Daylight Rifle Course 5 rounds, minimum of 50yards shooting (See Appendix C)
9.6.3. Qualify on the below course with approved targets under reduced light conditions.
9.6.3.1. DOC Reduced Light Rifle Course 5 rounds, minimum of 50yards shooting (See Appendix D)
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section.
Performance Outcome 9.7
Operate a duty shotgun using issued equipment, authorized ammunition and accessories.
Training Objectives Related to 9.7
1. Given a practical exercise, qualify with approved duty shotgun during daytime and reduced light range exercises from the ground and an elevated position with 80% accuracy.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
9.7.1. Demonstrate dry firing and basic shooting principals.
9.7.2. Qualify on the below course with approved targets under daylight conditions.
9.7.2.1. DOC Daylight Shotgun Course – Ground-4 rounds, minimum of 25 yards shooting (See Appendix E)
9.7.2.2. DOC Daylight Shotgun Course – Tower-4 rounds, minimum of 25 yards shooting (See Appendix F)
9.7.3. Qualify on the below course with approved targets under reduced light conditions.
9.7.3.1. DOC Reduced Light Shotgun Course - Tower - 4 rounds, minimum of 25 yards shooting (See Appendix G)
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section.
Performance Outcome 9.1 9.8
Inspect and clean handgun department issued firearms and less lethal launchers.
Training Objective Related to 9.1 9.8
1. Given written exercises, identify nomenclature of weapon (handgun) department issued firearms and less lethal launchers.
2. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate prescribed procedure for inspection and cleaning weapon (handgun) of department issued firearms and less lethal launchers.
Criteria: The trainee student shall be tested on the following:
9.1.1. 9.8.1. Identify the correct terms to identify weapons and parts of weapon (handgun) nomenclature of firearms and less lethal launchers.
9.1.2. 9.8.2. Demonstrate prescribed procedure to prepare weapon for cleaning inspection of firearms and less lethal launchers.
9.1.2.1. Remove magazine or empty cylinder
9.1.2.2. Remove round from chamber
9.1.2.3. Double check weapon to make sure it is empty
9.1.3. Identify weapon cleaning equipment (handgun)
9.1.4. 9.8.3. Demonstrate the use of weapon proscribed procedure for cleaning equipment (handgun) firearms and less lethal launchers.
9.1.4.1. Field strip weapon
9.1.4.2. Clean components
9.1.4.3. Inspect for damage and imperfections
9.1.4.4. Lubricate
9.1.4.5. Reassemble
9.1.4.6. Safely test for proper function
9.8.4. Demonstrate prescribed procedure for inspection of associated equipment.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following: all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Identify the correct terms to identify weapon and nomenclature of weapon (handgun) firearms and less lethal launchers.
2. Demonstrate the prescribed procedures to prepare weapon for cleaning (handgun) for cleaning a firearm or less lethal launcher.
a. Remove magazine or empty cylinder Ensure officer is in a safe and secure environment
b. Remove round from cylinder Safely clear weapon
c. Double check weapon to make sure it is empty Field strip
d. Safety precautions Inspect components for damage
e. Clean components
f. Lubricate
g. Assemble
h. Function check
3. Identify weapon cleaning equipment (handgun).
a. Field strip weapon
b. Cleaning components
c. Inspect for damage and imperfections
d. Lubricate
e. Disassemble
f. Reassemble
Performance Outcome 9.6.
Apply the general principles of personal safety and security along with physical and mental awareness before, during, after an active shooter incident.
Training Objectives Related to 9.6.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify personal safety and security precautions along with physical and mental awareness before, during, and after an active shooter incident, have knowledge of basic first aid, and recognize signs and systems of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
9.6.1. Identify use of force
9.6.1.1. § 53.1-10, § 53.1-29, Code of Virginia
9.6.2. Identify potential threats
9.6.3. Identify personal risks
9.6.4. Identify positive images
9.6.5. Identify physical and mental preparation
9.6.6. Identify behavioral health issues
9.6.7. Identify response techniques.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan guide will include the following:
1. Identify active shooter incident(s) and possible mental and physical related issues.
2. Identify dangerous incidents involving and/or requiring lethal use of force options.
3. Identify staff’s personal risk(s).
4. Identify officer’s attitude, demeanor, and purpose before, during, and/or after active shooter incident.
5. Identify physical and mental awareness.
6. Identify behavioral health issues pre and post to an active shooter incident.
7. Identify potential life threatening dangers to staff during a potential use of force incident.
8. Identify officer’s response techniques.
9. Identify officer’s emergency medical response techniques and first aid.
Performance Outcome 9.7.
Apply the principles of appropriate actions in situations that may include active shooters, barricade and/or hostage events, ambushes, or terrorist attacks.
Training Objectives Related to 9.7.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Historical basis for active shooter events
b. Differentiate between types of active shooter situations and/or events
c. Appropriate responses
d. Need for continued continual active shooter training
e. Threat of terrorism and response
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
9.7.1. Identify concepts and principles
9.7.2. Identify appropriate responses
9.7.3. Identify communication techniques
9.7.3.1. Radio signal interference and overload
9.7.3.2. Personnel without radios
9.7.3.3. Noise
9.7.3.4. Verbal and non-verbal
9.7.3.5. Signals and/or link-up
9.7.4. Identify threats
9.7.5. Identify officer safety procedures
9.7.5.1. Prevention
9.7.5.2. Intervention
9.7.5.3. Treatment
9.7.5.4. Personal protective equipment
Lesson Plan Guide:
1. Identify communication problems.
2. Identification and implementation of a proper and appropriate response to an active shooter situation/event.
3. Identify life threatening dangers to staff during an active shooter event/situation.
4. Identify specific medical care and rescue plans initiated during an active shooter event/situation.
5. Identify the historical basis for active shooter rapid response.
Performance Outcome 9.8.
Identify and demonstrate the use of hearing protection; eye protection; hat; and other safety equipment.
Training Objectives Related to 9.8.
1. Given a written or practical exercise, identify:
a. Basic safety equipment while on the range
b. Consequences, hazards, injuries that may result from not using approved hearing, eye and head protection
c. Techniques to reduce personal risk and injuries
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
9.8.1 Identify and use of safety equipment while on range
9.8.2. Identify consequences, hazards, injuries that may result from not using approved hearing, eye and head protection
9.8.3. Identify techniques to reduce personal risk and injuries while on the range
Lesson Plan Guide:
1. Identification and implementation of approved dual hearing protection while on the range.
2. Identify unapproved and inadequate stand alone ear plugs worn while on the range.
3. Demonstration and implementation of eye protection by officer while on the range:
4. Demonstration and implementation of hat with a brim to be worn on the range:
5. Identify range safety rules and regulations.
6. Identify injury prevention and safety precautions.
Performance Outcome 9.9.
Identify and demonstrate control techniques to maintain possession of agency assigned weapon and equipment.
Training Objectives to 9.9
1. Given a practical exercise, demonstrate ability to:
a. Apply techniques to maintain possession of weapon against physically attacking inmate(s).
b. Apply techniques to subdue an attacking inmate(s).
c. Back-up/call for assistance procedures.
d. Reporting procedures.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
9.9.1. Techniques to maintain possession of assigned weapon against physically attacking inmate(s)
9.9.2. Techniques how to subdue an attacking inmate(s)
9.9.3. Identify staff emergency/medical procedures for assistance
9.9.4. Offensive active countermeasures techniques designed to disengage and/or neutralize aggressor for de-escalation
Lesson Plan Guide:
1. Identification of weapon consideration of aggressor and trainee.
2. Demonstration of weapon and equipment control by trainee.
3. Demonstration of offensive active countermeasures designed to neutralize aggressor for de-escalation of situation.
4. Demonstrate disengaging techniques.
5. Demonstration of techniques used in life and death struggle by:
a. Transition to weapon to cease aggression
b. Utilizing physical techniques to contain/control aggressor.
A
DOC DOUBLE ACTION COURSE
FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS
Targets- B-21, B-21E, B-21X, B-27, Q
60 ROUNDS, 7 - 25 YARDS
Qualification Score: 70%
Magazines shall be loaded to their full capacity. Range instructor shall determine when magazines will be changed.
Range Instructor to determine when to load.
PHASE 1 - 7 YARD LINE: Point shoulder position with support: 1. On command draw and fire 1 round in 2 seconds or fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds, repeat until 6 rounds have been fired, scan and breathe. 2. On command fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds, repeat until 6 rounds have been fired, scan and breathe. 3. On command fire 6 rounds strong hand and 6 rounds weak hand in 25 seconds scan and breathe; make weapon safe and holster.
PHASE 2 -15 YARD LINE: Point Shoulder position with support: 1. On command draw and fire 1 round in 2 seconds or 2 rounds in 3 seconds, repeat until 6 rounds have been fired, scan and breathe. 2. On command fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds, repeat until 6 rounds have been fired, scan and breathe. 3. On command fire 6 rounds in 15 seconds, scan and breathe; make weapon safe and holster.
PHASE 3 - 25 YARD LINE: Point Shoulder position with support: 1. On command draw and fire 12 rounds standing strong hand, and 6 rounds standing weak hand, and until 18 rounds have been fired in 90 seconds , scan and breathe; make weapon safe and holster. The order of position is optional with the instructor.
SCORING – B-21E-use indicated K value divided by 3 to obtain percent. B21, B21X targets - use indicated K value with a maximum 300 points divided by 3 to obtain percent. B27 target - 8,9,10,X rings = 5 points, 7 ring = 4 points, hits on silhouette = 3 points divided by 3 to obtain percent. Q target - 5 points inside the bottle, 3 points outside the bottle on the target. Divide by 3 to obtain percent.
INSTRUCTOR’S DISCRETION TO USE PROPER VERBALIZATION WHEN CHALLENGING THE TARGET.
B
DOC COMBAT COURSE I
FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS
Targets - B21, B-21E, B21X, B27, Q
60 ROUNDS, 25 - 3 YARDS
Qualification Score 70%
Magazines shall be loaded to their full capacity. Range instructor shall determine when magazines will be changed.
Range Instructor to determine when to load.
PHASE 1 - Point Shoulder position with support: 1. On command from the 25 YARD LINE draw and fire 6 rounds 10 seconds standing, using strong hand; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
PHASE 2 - Point Shoulder position with support: 1. On command at the 15 YARD LINE, draw and fire 12 rounds standing 25 seconds, strong hand; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
PHASE 3 - Point Shoulder position with support: 1. On command at the 7 YARD LINE, draw and fire 12 rounds strong hand 25 seconds and 6 rounds weak hand 15 seconds; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
PHASE 4 - Point Shoulder position at the 5 Yard Line: 1. On command draw and fire 12 rounds in any sequence, i.e. 1 round, 2 rounds, 3 rounds or staggered sequence (2 or 3 seconds); scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
PHASE 5 - At the 3 Yard Line, two handed point shooting: 1. On command draw and fire 12 rounds in any sequence, i.e. 1 round, 2 rounds, 3 rounds or staggered sequence (2 or 3 seconds); scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
SCORING - B-21E-use indicated K value divided by 3 to obtain percent. B21, B21X targets-use indicated K value with a maximum 300 points divided by 3 to obtain percent. B27 targets - 8, 9, 10, X rings = 5 points, 7 ring = 4 points, hits on silhouette = 3 points divided by 3 to obtain percent. Q targets - 5 points inside the bottle, 3 points outside the bottle on the target. Divide by 3 to obtain percent.
INSTRUCTOR’S DISCRETION TO USE PROPER VERBALIZATION WHEN CHALLENGING THE TARGET.
C
DOC QUALIFICATION COURSE I
FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS
Targets-B21, B-21E, B21X, B27, Q
60 ROUNDS, 3-25 YARDS
Qualification Score 70%
Magazines shall be loaded to their full capacity. Range instructor shall determine when magazines will be changed.
Range Instructor to determine when to load.
25 yard line phase calls for rounds fired standing for a total of 6 rounds. Close quarter/two handed point shooting portion can be run from three yards and in, utilizing close quarter shooting techniques.
Phase 1- At the 25 Yard Line, for a total of 6 rounds.
On command, draw and fire 6 rounds from standing position; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
Phase 2- At the 15 Yard Line, for a total of 18 rounds.
On command, draw and fire 2 rounds in 4 seconds (3x for total of 6 rounds) scan and breathe.
2. On command fire 6 rounds, combat reload, then fire 6 more rounds in 25 seconds; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
Phase 3- At the 10 Yard Line, for a total of 12 rounds.
On command, draw and fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds (total of six rounds), scan and breathe.
2. On command, fire 3 rounds in 4 seconds (total of six rounds) ; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
Phase 4- At the 7 Yard Line, for a total of 12 rounds.
On command, draw and fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds (total of six rounds); scan and breathe.
2. On command, draw and fire 3 rounds in 4 seconds (total of six rounds); scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
Phase 5- At the 5 Yard Line, for a total of 6 rounds.
On command, draw and fire 3 rounds strong hand only, safely transfer to weak hand, then fire 3 more rounds weak hand in 15 seconds; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
Phase 6- At the 3 Yard Line or Closer, for a total of 6 rounds.
On command, draw and fire using close quarter/two handed point shoot technique 2 rounds in 3 seconds; scan and breathe; make weapon safe, holster.
(Option, 1-2 steps to the rear after shooting).
SCORING-B-21E-use indicated K value divided by 3 to obtain percent. B21, B21x targets-use indicated K value with maximum 300 points divided by 3 to obtain percent. B27 target-8, 9, 10, X rings=5 points, 7 ring=4 points, hits on silhouette=3 points divided by 3 to obtain percent. Q target-5 points inside the bottle, 3 points outside the bottle on target, divide by 3 to get percent.
INSTRUCTOR’S DISCRETION WHEN TO HAVE OFFICER USE PROPER VERBALIZATION TO CHALLENGE THE TARGET.
APPENDIX A
DOC DAYTIME QUALIFICATION COURSE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS
Targets – B21, IALEFI QP
60 ROUNDS, 3-25 YARDS
Qualification Score 70%
Magazines shall be loaded to their full capacity. Range instructor shall determine when magazines will be changed. Range instructor to determine when to load. Participants are required to scan for additional threats after each phase of fire during this course, before making handgun safe.
PHASE 1 – (12 ROUNDS) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 3 YARD LINE draw and fire 3 rounds in 5 seconds (1 repetition). From a ready position fire 3 rounds in 3 seconds (3 repetitions).
PHASE 2 – (12 ROUNDS) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 5 YARD LINE draw and fire 2 rounds in 5 seconds (1 repetition). From a ready position fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds (5 repetitions).
PHASE 3 – (12 ROUNDS) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 7 YARD LINE draw and fire 12 rounds in 18 seconds (1 repetition).
PHASE 4 – (6 ROUNDS) Support side unsupported position (one handed):
On command from the 7 YARD LINE from a ready position, fire 6 rounds in 18 seconds (1 repetition).
PHASE 5 – (12 ROUNDS) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 15 YARD LINE draw and fire 12 rounds in 24 seconds (1 repetition).
PHASE 6 – (6 ROUNDS) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 25 YARD LINE draw and fire 6 rounds in 30 seconds (1 repetition).
APPENDIX B
DOC REDUCED LIGHT QUALIFICATION FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS
Targets – Silhouette
24 ROUNDS, 7-5 YARDS
Qualification Score 70%
Magazines shall be loaded to their full capacity. Range instructor shall determine when magazines will be changed. Range Instructor to determine when to load. Officer must be wearing reduced light glasses (Z87%2B safety glasses with a tint rating of 5.0)
PHASE 1 – (6 Rounds) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 5 YARD LINE draw and fire 1 round in 3 seconds (1 repetition). From a ready position fire 1 round in 2 seconds (5 repetitions).
PHASE 2 – (6 rounds) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 5 YARD LINE draw and fire 2 rounds in 5 seconds (1 repetition). From a ready position fire 2 rounds in 3 seconds (2 repetitions).
PHASE 3 – (6 rounds) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 7 YARD LINE draw and fire 3 rounds in 7 seconds (1 repetition). From a ready position fire 3 rounds in 7 seconds (1 repetition).
PHASE 4 – (6 rounds) Strong side supported position:
On command from the 7 YARD LINE draw and fire 6 rounds in 12 seconds (1 repetition).
APPENDIX C
DOC DAYTIME QUALIFICATION COURSE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES FROM AN ELEVATED POSITION
Targets – Silhouette
5 Rounds, Minimum of 50 yards
Qualification Score 80%
Magazines shall be loaded with 5 rounds of ammunition. Weapon will be stored in a vertical position, muzzle up, in service condition. Range Instructor will give verbal command when course of fire is to begin.
PHASE 1 – Strong side supported position:
On command from instructor and within a time limit of 30 seconds, remove rifle from stored position, transition from service condition to ready condition. Officer must give an audible command of STOP! Officer will fire 5 rounds and then scan for additional threats.
PHASE 2 – Check to ensure rifle is on SAFE, remove empty magazine, conduct rifle clearing procedure, place rifle back into service condition and store rifle in a vertical position, muzzle up.
SCORING – Rounds must impact the Silhouette target in the scoring area for 4 of the 5 fired rounds. Officer must complete all phases of the course without assistance.
APPENDIX D
DOC REDUCED LIGHT QUALIFICATION COURSE FOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLES FROM AN ELEVATED POSITION
Targets – Silhouette
5 Rounds, Minimum of 50 yards
Qualification Score 80%
Magazines shall be loaded with 5 rounds of ammunition. Weapon will be stored in a vertical position, muzzle up, in service condition. Officer must be wearing reduced light glasses (Z87%2B safety glasses with a tint rating of 5.0) Range Instructor will give verbal command when course of fire is to begin.
PHASE 1 – Strong side supported position:
On command from instructor and within a time limit of 30 seconds, remove rifle from stored position, transition from service condition to ready condition. Officer must give an audible command of STOP! Officer will fire 5 rounds and then scan for additional threats.
PHASE 2 – Check to ensure rifle is on SAFE, remove empty magazine, remove reduced light eyewear, conduct rifle clearing procedure, place rifle back into service condition and store rifle in a vertical position, muzzle up. (Instructor may take possession of rifle while Officer removes reduced light eyewear if necessary to ensure a safe environment).
SCORING – Rounds must impact the Silhouette target in the scoring area for 4 of the 5 fired rounds. Officer must complete all phases of the course without assistance.
APPENDIX E
DOC DAYTIME QUALIFICATION COURSE FOR SHOTGUNS FROM A GROUND POSITION
Targets – Silhouette
4 Rounds, Minimum of 25 yards
Qualification Score 80%
Shotgun shall be loaded with 4 rounds of ammunition. Shotgun will be stored in a vertical position, muzzle up, in service condition. Officer will ensure that 1 additional round of ammunition is secured in the shotgun side-saddle or other approved storage device. Range Instructor will give verbal command when course of fire is to begin.
PHASE 1 – Strong side supported position:
On command from instructor and within a time limit of 30 seconds, remove shotgun from stored position, transition from service condition to ready condition. Officer must give an audible command of STOP! Officer will fire 4 rounds and then scan for additional threats.
PHASE 2 – With the action to the rear and weapon pointed down range, office will remove round stored in either the shotgun side-saddle or other approved storage device and insert into the shotgun ejection port. Officer will fire 1 round and scan for additional threats.
PHASE 3 - Check to ensure shotgun is on SAFE and action is to the rear, conduct shotgun clearing procedure, place shotgun back into service condition and store shotgun in a vertical position, muzzle up.
SCORING – At least 1 pellet must impact the Silhouette target in the scoring area for 4 of the 5 fired rounds. Officer must complete all phases of the course without assistance.
APPENDIX F
DOC DAYTIME QUALIFICATION COURSE FOR SHOTGUNS FROM AN ELEVATED POSITION
Targets – Silhouette
4 5 Rounds, Minimum of 25 yards
Qualification Score 80%
Shotgun shall be loaded with 4 rounds of ammunition. Shotgun will be stored in a vertical position, muzzle up, in service condition. Officer will ensure that 1 additional round of ammunition is secured in the shotgun side-saddle or other approved storage device. Range Instructor will give verbal command when course of fire is to begin.
PHASE 1 – Strong side supported position:
On command from instructor and within a time limit of 30 seconds, remove shotgun from stored position, transition from service condition to ready condition. Officer must give an audible command of STOP! Officer will fire 4 rounds and then scan for additional threats.
PHASE 2 – With the action to the rear and weapon pointed down range, officer will remove round stored in either the shotgun side-saddle or other approved storage device and insert into the shotgun ejection port. Officer will fire 1 round and scan for additional threats.
PHASE 3 – Check to ensure shotgun is on SAFE and action is to the rear, conduct shotgun clearing procedure, place shotgun back into service condition and store shotgun in a vertical position, muzzle up.
SCORING – At least 1 pellet must impact the Silhouette target in the scoring area for 4 of the 5 fired rounds. Officer must complete all phases of the course without assistance.
APPENDIX G
DOC REDUCED LIGHT QUALIFICATION COURSE FOR SHOTGUNS FROM AN ELEVATED POSITION
Targets – Silhouette
4 Rounds, Minimum of 25 yards
Qualification Score 80%
Shotgun shall be loaded with 4 rounds of ammunition. Shotgun will be stored in a vertical position, muzzle up, in service condition. Officer will ensure that 1 additional round of ammunition is secured in the shotgun side-saddle or other approved storage device. Officer must be wearing reduced light glasses (Z87%2B safety glasses with a tint rating of 5.0). Range Instructor will give verbal command when course of fire is to begin.
PHASE 1 – Strong side supported position:
On command from instructor and within a time limit of 30 seconds, remove shotgun from stored position, transition from service condition to ready condition. Officer must give an audible command of STOP! Officer will fire 4 rounds and then scan for additional threats.
PHASE 2 – With the action to the rear and weapon pointed down range, office will remove round stored in either the shotgun side-saddle or other approved storage device and insert into the shotgun ejection port. Officer will fire 1 round and scan for additional threats.
PHASE 3 – Check to ensure shotgun is on SAFE and action is to the rear, remove reduced light eyewear, conduct shotgun clearing procedure, place shotgun back into service condition and store shotgun in a vertical position, muzzle up. (Instructor may take possession of shotgun while Officer removes reduced light eyewear if necessary to ensure a safe environment).
SCORING – At least 1 pellet must impact the Silhouette target in the scoring area for 4 of the 5 fired rounds. Officer must complete all phases of the course without assistance.
Category 10 – Physical Fitness Training
Performance Outcome 10.1.
Demonstrate low crawl under an obstacle.
Training Objectives Related to 10.1.
1. Demonstrate the ability to crawl under an obstacle.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.1.1. Crawl under an obstacle of 24 inches for 10 feet without becoming entangled and/or harmed within set time.
10.1.2. Identify and use safety crawl techniques
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Techniques for low crawl.
2. Demonstrate safety techniques and knowledge how to prevent physical entanglement and/or harm.
Performance Outcome 10.1
Identify the benefits of gaining and maintaining physical wellness.
Training Objectives Related to 10.1
1. Given a written exercise, identify the benefits of achieving and maintaining physical wellness.
2. Given a written exercise, identify the components of a balanced exercise program.
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
10.1.1 Identify the benefits of physical wellness.
10.1.2 Identify factors affecting health and disease.
10.1.3 Identify the importance of physical fitness.
10.1.4 Identify the components of a balanced exercise program.
10.1.5 Identify the principle of progression as it pertains to exercise.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Benefits of physical wellness
a. Lower chance of certain illnesses
b. Increased confidence, strength and stamina
c. Physical wellness has significant ties to increased mental performance
2. Factors that affect health and disease
a. Genetics
b. Lifestyle choices such as engaging in healthy or unhealthy behavior
(i). Substance use
(ii). Sedentary lifestyle
3. The importance of physical fitness for job performance and overall quality of life
a. Benefits regular exercise is shown to have on a person, including strength, stamina, confidence, mental clarity and lower risk of certain illnesses and disease
4. The components of a balanced exercise program
a. Endurance/aerobic
b. Strength
c. Balance
d. Flexibility
5. The Principle of Progression is the practice of starting new exercises lightly and increasing the number of repetitions, length of time, intensity or duration of the exercise as the individual becomes more attuned to the activity involved (i.e. increasing weight when weightlifting in order to increase muscle mass and strength)
Performance Outcome 10.2.
Sprint full speed for a distance of 56 yards/51 meters.
Training Objective Related to 10.2.
1. Demonstrate the ability to sprint at full speed for a distance of 56 yards/51 meters.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.2.1. Response to a visual cue
10.2.2. Body position for sprinting
10.2.3. Breathing techniques
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Sprinting body position.
2. Breath techniques.
3. Warm-up and cool down during training.
Performance Outcome 10.3.
Run one mile.
Training Objectives Related to 10.3
1. Demonstrate the ability to run a distance of one mile using techniques to help minimize injury.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.3.1. Running form
10.3.2. Breathing techniques for running.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Running form to minimize injury potential.
2. Breathing techniques for running.
3. Warm-up/stretching techniques for running.
Performance Outcome 10.4.
Accomplish an obstacle course.
Training Objectives Related to 10.4.
1. Demonstrate the ability to run a course through varying terrain appropriate to locality.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.4.1. Complete an obstacle course on varying terrain: running; jumping; turning; and crawling:
10.4.1.1. Run at least 1/4 mile during the course
10.4.1.2. Jump over a 2 foot ditch or similar obstacle
10.4.1.3. Vault over three different types of obstacles typical of the locale
10.4.1.4. Crawl under an obstacle of 24 inches in height for at least 10 feet
10.4.1.5. Turn three times during the course
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Techniques for running, jumping, turning, and crawling as part of obstacle course training;
a. Run at least 1/4 mile during the course
b. Jump over a 2 foot ditch or similar obstacle
c. Vault over three different types of obstacles typical of the locale
d. Crawl under an obstacle of 24 inches in height for at least 10 feet
e. Turn three times during the course
2. Breathing techniques appropriate to each type of physical effort.
Performance Outcome 10.2
Improve physical fitness through exercise.
Training Objectives Related to 10.2
1. Given a practical exercise, complete a physical training self-assessment to identify physical abilities.
2. Given a practical exercise, perform exercises that can increase physical fitness in the following categories:
a. Endurance/Aerobic
b. Strength
c. Balance
d. Flexibility
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
10.2.1. Perform Endurance exercises.
10.2.2. Perform strength building exercises.
10.2.3. Perform balance building exercises.
10.2.4. Perform flexibility improving exercises.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Exercise – Planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement done to improve or maintain one or more components of physical fitness
2. Balance – A skill-related component of physical fitness that relates to the maintenance of equilibrium while stationary or moving
3. Flexibility – A health-related component of physical fitness that relates to the range of motion available at a joint
4. Muscular endurance – A health related component of physical fitness that relates to the ability of muscle groups to exert force for many repetitions or successive exertions
5. Cardiorespiratory endurance – A health-related component of physical fitness that relates to the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to supply fuel during sustained physical activity
6. Exercises that have the ability to increase a person’s endurance and aerobic fitness: (Note: It may not be possible to demonstrate or have students perform all of these exercises during the training program, however they all should be discussed as beneficial aerobic exercises)
a. Brisk Walking
b. Jogging
c. Running
d. Swimming
e. Jump rope
f. Jumping Jacks
g. Bicycling or stationary bike
h. Obstacle courses
i. Elliptical machine
j. Cardio routine workouts
k. Rowing
7. Exercises that have the ability to increase a person’s strength: (Note: It may not be possible to demonstrate or have students perform all of these exercises during the training program, however they all should be discussed as beneficial strength building exercises)
a. Upper body strength exercises
(i). Arm circles (this is done rapidly with small circles with arms outstretched straight to build shoulder strength)
(ii). Push-ups (wide, diamond, incline, standard)
(iii). Pull-ups
(iv). Dips
b. Lower body strength exercises
(i). Lunges
(ii). Squats
(iii). Mule kicks
c. Multiple muscled group exercises
(i). Planks (Note: there are numerous exercises that are based from the standard plank position or involve the plank position in some manner; The names of the exercises can vary dependent upon where the information is sourced; The program will familiarize the students with multiple exercises that incorporate the plank position, the below list is not intended to be all inclusive)
(ii). Burpees – start with feet shoulder-width apart in a standing position, bend over and place hands on floor directly in front of feet, kick feet and legs straight out behind so that you end in what looks like a push-up position; Feet are simultaneously brought back to original position, return to standing position (Note: other exercises such as push-ups or plank based exercises can be combined with this exercise to increase intensity)
(iii). Low-Crawl
(iv). Bear walk and crab walk
d. Core muscle and abdominal exercises (Note: There are many plank-based exercises that can also affect the abdominal and core muscles)
(i). Sit-ups
(ii). Crunches
(iii). Leg Lifts
(iv). Bicycles – participant lies on back and raises legs in the air, rotates legs and feet in a manner similar to the motion used when pedaling a bicycle
8. Exercises that have the ability to increase a person’s balance: (Note: It may not be possible to demonstrate or have students perform all of these exercises during the training program, however they all should be discussed as beneficial balance building exercises)
a. Standing on one foot (weight shifts)
b. Walking heel-to-toe
c. Walking on a balance beam or walking along a straight line
9. Exercises that have the ability to increase a person’s flexibility: (Note: It may not be possible to demonstrate or have students perform all of these exercises during the training program, however they all should be discussed as beneficial flexibility exercises)
a. Standing hamstring stretch
b. Piriformis stretch
c. Triceps stretch
d. Butterfly stretch
e. Shoulder squeeze
f. Side bend stretch
g. Chest stretch (from prone or standing with towel)
h. Head rotations (neck stretch)
i. Calf stretch (there are several variants of this stretch, it can be done from a plank or pushup position or standing using a wall for support if available)
j. Standing thigh stretch
k. Forearm stretch
l. Large arm circles (this is done slowly to focus on stretching aspect and not as a strength building exercise)
m. Dynamic stretching
(i). Walking knee-to-chest
(ii). Lunge walk
(iii). Walking straight leg kicks
(iv). Side shuffle
10. The above lists of exercises is not all inclusive and additional appropriately researched exercises may be included in the training program; Instruction shall focus on exercises that do not require specialized equipment whenever possible, however, equipment-dependent exercises are acceptable if adequate equipment is available in the training environment
Performance Outcome 10.3
Identify workplace stress causes, impacts and reduction strategies.
Training Objectives related to 10.3
1. Given a written exercise, identify the following:
a. Causes of workplace stress
b. Methods to reduce stress
c. Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Criteria: The student shall be tested on the following:
10.3.1. Identify the most commonly recognized causes of workplace stress.
10.3.2. Identify recognized positive means of reducing stress.
10.3.3. Identify the common symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include all items listed in the Criteria section and the additional information below.
1. Common causes of workplace stress—Stress comes from all areas of our lives; Many of the causes of workplace stress as well as methods to reduce this stress can be utilized in personal life as well; The below list is not intended to be all-inclusive:
a. Medical issues
b. Financiai Issues
c. Emergencies
d. Arguments or fights
e. Heavy workload
f. Staff turnover/vacancies
g. Lack of leadership or guidance
h. Inmate behavior
i. Lack of adequate communication
j. Bureaucracy
2. Symptoms of stress and warning signs; There are many recognized signs and symptoms of stress, this list is not designed to be all-inclusive:
a. Headache or other aches and pains
b. High blood pressure
c. Heart disease
d. Insomnia
e. Negativity
f. Anger/irritability
g. Eating disorders
h. Anxiety
i. Substance use
3. Positive methods to reduce stress
a. Communication
b. Exercise
c. Positive attitude
d. Hobbies and other healthy activities
e. Healthy diet
4. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
a. A disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event
b. Symptoms of PTSD as recognized by the National Institute of Mental Health must be present for at least one month and include:
(i). At least one re-experiencing symptom
(ii). At least one avoidance symptom
(iii). At least two arousal and reactivity symptoms
(iv). At least two cognition and mood symptoms
c. Re-experiencing symptoms
(i). Dreams
(ii). Bad thoughts
(iii). Flashbacks
d. Avoidance symptoms
e. Reminders of experience
(i).Avoiding thoughts
f. Arousal and reactivity symptoms
(i). Being startled
(ii). Feeling tense
(iii). Difficulty sleeping
(iv). Outbursts
g. Cognition and mood symptoms
(i). Trouble remembering traumatic event
(ii). Negative thoughts
(iii). Distorted feelings
(iv). Loss of interest
Performance Outcome 10.5.
Climb three flights of stairs.
Training Objectives Related to 10.5
1. Demonstrate the ability to climb three flights of stairs within set time.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.5.1. Climbing techniques
10.5.2. Breathing techniques
10.5.3. Leg strength development
10.5.4. Aerobic endurance
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Climbing techniques.
2. Breathing techniques.
3. Leg strength development.
4. Aerobic endurance, increased stamina and staying power, flexibility.
Instructor Note: This exercise may be completed by using one flight of at least eight (8) steps and climbing up and down three times, or any other combination that equals this. Climbing single steps do not equal a flight of steps.
Performance Outcome 10.6.
Drag or push a heavy object.
Training Objectives Related to 10.6
1. Demonstrate the ability to extract an object and/or individual, weighing 120 pounds (males) or 70 pounds (females), to simulate an extraction and/or rescue and drag or push a heavy object/individual, 120/70 pounds, for a distance of 25 feet.
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.6.1. Body alignment
10.6.2. Breathing techniques
10.6.3. Various types of surfaces
10.6.4. Lifting techniques for up to 120/70 pounds for a distance of 25 feet (120/male; 70/female)
10.6.5. Carrying techniques
10.6.6. Dragging technique up to 120/70 pounds for a distance of 25 feet (120/male; 70/female)
10.6.7. Pushing technique up to 120/70 pounds for a distance of 25 feet (120/male; 70/female)
10.6.8. Bend, reach, grab hold of person at point most helpful using proper body mechanics
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Body alignment.
2. Breathing techniques.
3. Various types of surfaces.
4. Lifting technique for up to 120/70 pounds and 25 foot distance.
5. Carrying technique(s) for up to 120/70 pounds and 25 foot distance.
6. Dragging technique(s) for up to 120/70 pounds and 25 foot distance.
7. Pushing technique(s) for up to 120/70 pounds and 25 foot distance.
8. Bend, reach, and grab hold of person at point most helpful using proper body mechanics
Performance Outcome 10.7.
Engage in and complete vigorous physical activities.
Training Objectives Related to 10.7
1. Execute the following physical exercises:
a. Thigh isolators
b. Mule kicks
c. Arm circles
1. Clock wise
2. Counter clock wise
d. Brick layers
e. Push-ups
f. Fire hydrants
g. Flutter kicks
h. Calve raises
i. Leg lifts
j. Planks
Criteria: The trainee shall be tested on the following:
10.7.1. Thigh isolators
10.7.2. Mule kicks
10.7.3. Arm circles
10.7.4. Brick layers
10.7.5. Push-ups
10.7.6. Fire hydrants
10.7.7. Flutter kicks
10.7.8. Calve raises
10.7.9. Leg lifts
10.7.10. Planks
Lesson Plan Guide: The lesson plan shall include the following:
1. Body alignment.
2. Breathing techniques.
3. Warm-up, stretching, and cool down techniques.
4. Physical activities;
a. Thigh isolators
b. Mule kicks
c. Arm circles
d. Brick layers
e. Push-ups
f. Fire hydrants
g. Flutter kicks
h. Calve raises
i. Leg lifts
j. Planks
Category 11 – Field Training
Basic Corrections Officer Field Training - 200 120 hours
Policies, Procedures, and Operations
DOC Basic Corrections Officer
Field Training consists of 200 120 hours and was approved by the Criminal Justice Services Board Committee on Training December 11, 2014.
In conjunction with completing basic academy training, the basic correction officer must identify requirements related to the employing agency, and community resources and agencies that may assist in job performance. Expected performance outcomes include this basic knowledge and cover the following:
11.1. -- 11.19 11.14. Policies, Procedures and Operations
11.1. Identify procedures related to Display a professional appearance, with respect to clothing, hygiene, grooming and issued equipment.
11.2. Identify procedures related to handling violations of Demonstrate professional, ethical, or and legal standards of conduct by fellow officers.
11.3. Identify agency policies related to admissions and compliance with § 53.1-23.2 Code of Virginia. Report violations of professional, ethical and legal standards of conduct by others.
11.4. Identify and demonstrate procedures and procedure related to communicating information about an inmate through internal and external requests.
11.5. Identify procedures related to obtaining assistance for communicating with inmates of various cultural backgrounds or with various disabilities.
11.6. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to receiving, securing, and disbursing funds from an inmate’s personal account.
11.7. 11.6. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to filing and retrieving records in agency Demonstrate navigation of the agency’s electronic inmate record system.
11.6.1. Search for an inmate using inmate name and number.
11.6.2. Access a disciplinary report.
11.6.3. Access an internal incident report.
11.8. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to reporting maintenance problems.
11.9. 11.7. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to performing a safety Demonstrate performance of an environmental hazard inspection of your work area.
11.7.1. Place a wet floor sign.
11.7.2. Review fire extinguisher safety card.
11.7.3. Locate and inspect first aid equipment and spill kit.
11.10. Identify procedures related to emergency messages.
11.11. 11.8. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to documenting proceedings dealing interacting with emotionally upset inmates.
11.12. 11.9. Identify and demonstrate procedures and procedures for documenting proceedings related to an inmate who commits attempts suicide or displays suicidal warning signs.
11.13. 11.10. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to establishing and tracking chain of custody of evidence.
11.14. 11.11. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to initiating inmate disciplinary actions.
11.15. Identify procedures related to non-prescription and prescription medicine.
11.16. 11.12. Identify procedures related to sexual harassment in the workplace.
11.17. 11.13. Identify procedures related to the death of an inmate.
11.18. 11.14. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to Post Orders. Read, review, and sign established post orders when assigned to a specific post.
11.19. Identify intake, transfer, and release procedures
11.19.1. Re-entry planning
Transporting Inmates
DOC Basic Corrections Officer
11.26 11.15. – 11.28 11.17. Transporting Inmates
11.26. 11.15. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to searching, securing, and transporting an inmate:.
11.15.1. Logbook and gate pass
11.26.1. 11.15.2. Restraints
11.26.2. 11.15.3. Safety equipment
11.26.3. Observation and perception
11.15.4. Situational awareness
11.26.4. 11.15.5. Escorting
11.26.5. 11.15.6. Loading/Unloading
11.27. 11.16. Identify procedures related to medical transports involving rescue squads or other non-agency vehicle vehicles.
11.28. 11.17. Identify procedures related to non-traditional medical transports, i.e., pregnant inmate, disabled inmate (various disabilities), etc transportation of ill, injured, or non-traditional inmates.
11.17.1. Pregnant
11.17.2. Ambulatory
11.17.3. Non-ambulatory
Use of Force, Weapons Use
DOC Basic Corrections Officer
11.20 11.18. – 11.25 11.19. Use of Force, Weapons Use
11.20 11.18. Identify Demonstrate proper weapons handling. procedures related to use of force:
11.20.1. 11.18.1. Lethal Receiving a firearm from issue point
11.20.2. 11.18.2. Less lethal Returning a firearm to issue point
11.20.3. 11.18.3. Escalation of force Issuing a firearm from issue point
11.20.4. 11.18.4. Firearms Collecting a returned firearm at issue point
11.20.5. 11.18.5. Types of firearms Firearm clearing procedures
11.20.6. Appropriate use
11.20.7. Authorized
11.21. 11.19. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to Demonstrate use of restraints.
11.19.1. Handcuffs
11.19.2. Leg irons
11.19.3. Waist chain
11.19.4. Handcuff cover
11.22. Identify and demonstrate procedures for documenting injuries related to an inmate.
11.23. Identify procedures for documenting injuries related to staff.
11.24. Identify and demonstrate procedures for documenting incidents related to use of force.
11.25. Demonstrate offensive and defensive techniques.
General Tasks and Duties
DOC Basic Corrections Officer
11.29 11.20. – 11.60 11.42. General Tasks and Duties
11.29. 11.20. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate proper radio and telephone communications procedures:
11.29.1. 11.20.1. Properly operate Operate hand held radio.
11.29.2. 11.20.2. How to use the radio in emergency situations/incidents/events Use facility/agency approved greeting when communicating by telephone.
11.29.3. How to use the telephone in emergency situations/incidents/event
11.29.4. Evacuation procedures
11.30 11.21. Identify procedures related to the supervision of the opposite gender.
11.31 11.22. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to the supervision of inmates:.
11.31.1 11.22.1. Positioning General population
11.31.2 11.22.2. Dining hall Internal supervision
11.31.3 11.22.3. Supervision during education Internal movement supervision
11.31.4. Shower supervision
11.31.5. Night supervision
11.31.6. Recreation supervision
11.31.7. Kitchen supervision
11.31.8. Laundry supervision
11.31.9. ID checks procedures
11.31.10. Check in and/or out procedures
11.31.11. Accountability
11.31.11.1. Problems
11.31.11.2. Discrepancies
11.31.11.3. Reporting and documentation
11.32 11.23. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to the movement supervision of inmates.
11.32.1. General population
11.32.2. 11.23.1. Special housing
11.23.2. External supervision
11.33 Identify and demonstrate shakedown and/or extraction procedures, when applicable
11.34 11.24. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to log entries: Report entries accurately in logbooks related to specific posts in accordance with post orders and department procedures.
11.34.1. Writing emphasis
11.34.1.1. Spelling, neatness, legibility
11.34.1.2. Proper sentence structure
11.34.1.3. Accuracy, thoroughness, completeness, conscientiousness
11.34.1.4. Write in the first-person
11.34.2. Incident reports
11.34.3. Disciplinary offense reports
11.34.4 Legal ramifications
11.35 11.25. Identify and demonstrate agency Demonstrate procedures related to reporting incidents.
11.36 Identify procedures related to inmate discipline.
11.37 11.26. Identify procedures related to inmate grievance.
11.38 11.27. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to inmate personal property:
11.38.1. 11.27.1. Approved apparel/clothing
11.38.2. 11.27.2. Authorized items (TV, magazines, etc.)
11.38.3. 11.27.3. Inventory
11.39 11.28. Identify and demonstrate agency procedures related to inmate use of telephone system electronic communication systems.
11.40 11.29. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate agency procedures related to institutional mail operations;.
11.40.1. 11.29.1. Inmate’s legal mail Procedures for delivering or handling general correspondence.
11.40.2. 11.29.2. Procedures for delivering legal mail (as policy permits) Procedures for delivering or handling legal mail.
11.40.3. Pick up/distribution procedures
11.40.4. General/special purpose mail and/or package procedures
11.41 11.29. Identify procedures related to sick call and/or medication operations: of institutional medical care.
11.41.1. Medical emergencies.
11.41.2. 11.29.1. Sick call procedures and appointments.
11.41.3. 11.29.2. Medication disbursements, where applicable.
11.29.2.1. Prescription
11.29.2.2. Non-prescription
11.29.2.3. Self-medication
11.41.4. 11.29.3. Suicide awareness and watches.
11.41.5. 11.29.4. Entry and exit searches.
11.42 11.30. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to physical counts., controls, and telephone system:
11.42.1. 11.30.1. Informal counts
11.42.2. 11.30.2. Formal counts (by two certified officers)
11.42.3. Master counts (total population)
11.42.4. 11.30.3. Out counts
11.30.4. Officer responsibility in reporting and verifying counts
11.30.5. Face card counts and intermediate counts
11.42.5. Telephone system
11.42.6. Key control
11.42.7. Master/Central/Housing control centers
11.43 11.31. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to entries, searches, and Demonstrate proper search, inspections: and security checks for structures, buildings, areas, and vehicles.
11.43.1. 11.31.1. Living/Housing/common/work area search searches
11.43.2. Housing area search (cell, dorm, pod)
11.43.3. 11.31.2. Security inspections conducted in accordance with post orders and department procedures
11.43.3.1. 11.31.2.1. Sally ports Housing areas
11.43.3.2. 11.31.2.2. Vehicles School/work areas
11.43.3.3. 11.31.2.3. Cargo Entry/exit points at facility
11.43.3.4. 11.31.2.4. Visitors Administration areas
11.43.3.5. 11.31.2.5. Equipment Medical Areas
11.43.3.6. 11.31.2.6. Lighting systems External areas
11.43.3.7. 11.31.2.7. Perimeter securities Treatment areas
11.43.3.7.1. Internal
11.43.3.7.2. External
11.43.3.8. Bars
11.43.3.9. Cells
11.43.3.10. Pod doors
11.43.3.11. Inmate loading and unloading procedures
11.43.3.12. Basement, where applicable
11.43.3.13. Yard
11.43.3.14. Internal and external work areas
11.43.3.15. Cat walk, where applicable
11.43.3.16. Tower, where applicable
11.43.3.17. Gun post, where applicable
11.43.3.18. Structural inspections
11.43.3.19. Patrols
11.43.3.19.1. Vehicle
11.43.3.19.2. Walking
11.43.3.20. Accountability
11.43.3.20.1. Incidents
11.43.3.20.2. Discrepancies
11.43.3.20.3. Reporting and documentation
11.44 11.32. Identify and demonstrate search procedures for inmates, staff, and visitors, and all other individuals in accordance with departmental and facility policy and procedure.
11.45 11.33. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to proper tool control: and medical equipment control in accordance with departmental and facility policy and procedure.
11.45.1. Tool control
11.45.2. Who can use and sign out tools
11.45.3. Tool issue
11.45.4. Missing tool
11.46 11.34. Identify and demonstrate Demonstrate procedures related to proper key control in accordance with departmental and facility policy and procedure.
11.46.1. Key control policy
11.46.2. Maintaining key control
11.46.3. Procedure for obtaining keys
11.46.4. Who is allowed keys
11.46.5. Emergency exit keys
11.47 Identify procedures related to the proper management of inmate behavior:
11.47.1 Self-mutilation.
11.47.2 Safe and healthy environment (e.g., sanitation).
11.48. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to inmate special housing.
11.49 11.35. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to identification and supervision of gangs suspected gang activity.
11.50 11.36. Identify procedures related to riot prevention, lockdowns and/or emergencies.
11.51 11.37. Identify and demonstrate the location of procedures related to emergency response plans:.
11.51.1. Escape response plan
11.51.2. Evacuation response plans
11.52. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to the proper use of restraining devices:
11.52.1. Type of restraints
11.52.2. Application
11.52.3. Unacceptable practices
11.53 Identify agency procedures related to inmate rules of conduct:
11.53.1. Prohibited acts
11.53.2. Disciplinary actions
11.53.2.1. Sanctions
11.53.2.2. Interventions
11.54. Identify disciplinary hearings.
11.55. Identify inmate grievance procedures.
11.56. Identify inmate property procedures:
11.56.1. Authorized items
11.56.2. Inventories
11.56.3. Dispositions of unauthorized items
11.56.4. Inmate property inventory procedures
11.57. 11.38. Identify Demonstrate procedures related to visitation in accordance with post orders.
11.57.1.1. 11.38.1. Security and supervision Visitor processing
11.57.1.2. 11.38.2. Illegal activities Inmate processing
11.57.1.3. 11.38.3. Authorized and unauthorized searches Visitation supervision
11.57.1.4. Weapons (homemade, improvised, etc.)
11.57.1.5. Drug contraband
11.57.1.6. Types of searches
11.57.1.7. Reporting and documentation
11.57.1.8. Sight supervision
11.58. 11.39. Identify procedures related to fire response:
11.58.1. 11.39.1. Major fires Fire extinguishers
11.58.2. 11.39.2. Emergency actions Fire alarms
11.58.3. 11.39.3. Master/Central control notification Notification and reporting in the event of a fire
11.58.4. Use of fire suppression equipment
11.58.5. Evacuation
11.59. Identify procedures related to emergency situations:
11.59.1. Response teams
11.59.2. Attempted escapes and/or escapes
11.59.3. Hostages situations
11.59.4. Barricaded inmate(s)
11.59.5. Bomb threats and/or IEDs
11.59.6. Threats
11.59.7. Environmental incidents, events, and/or disasters
11.59.8. Human made incidents, events and/or disasters
11.59.9. Hazardous materials and/or chemicals
11.60. Identify and demonstrate procedures related to contraband searches:
11.60.1. Procedures
11.60.2. Recognition
11.60.3. Control of contraband
11.60.4. Documentation and reporting
11.60.5. Frisk
11.60.6. Strip
11.60.7. Cell/pod/dorm searches
11.60.8. Area/perimeter searches