During a recent audit of inmate classification files, it was determined that 6 inmates did not receive their required 30-90 day classification reviews. The delays ranged from 1 to 39 days, and all affected inmates had been in custody for 90 days or more, violating minimum standards
During the review of restraint logs it was determined staff exceeded the 15 minute face to face observation required by minimum standards, by 1 to 6 minutes on 2 occasions. It was noted staff only utilized the restraint chair on 4 occasions during the last 12 months. Staff were reminded a documented observation of the inmate shall be conducted every 15 minutes, at a minimum. The observations should include an assessment of the security of the restraints and the circulation to the extremities.
Violation Types
Classification And Separation Of Inmates
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Chapter 271: Classification and Separation of Inmates