Module 2 Flashcards

(30 cards)

1
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What is security?

A

Security is a justice system with programs and services which contribute to building safe communities and protect human rights.

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What are some of the fundamental aims in security you are responsible for in the workplace?

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  1. Yourself
  2. Information
  3. Buildings, properties, facilities
  4. Obligation to the safety & security & wellbeing of others.
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3
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What are the 2 types of security?

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Static & Dynamic

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What is static Security and provide examples.

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Static security includes the infrastructure and equipment used to manage and contain inmates.
Example: walls, fences, security towers, cells, barriers

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5
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What is dynamic security and provide examples.

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Dynamic security refers to actions that contribute to the development of professional, positive relationships between correction staff and inmates.
Examples: case management, through care, interaction with inmates, intelligence gathering.

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6
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Label features on a radio.

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  • robust weatherproof casing
  • digitally recorded
  • gps tracking
  • detachable, rechargeable battery
  • short antenna
  • belt clip
  • remote speaker/ microphone lead
  • 2 programmable buttons
  • battery charge light
  • on/off volume control
  • channel knob for four channels
  • emergency duress button
  • PPT push to talk button
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Provide examples of radio communication.

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Two way radios - each radios operate on a network.
Duress alarm, cell alarms

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8
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(multiselection) - when to do radio checks

A

Answer .C

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What radio checks must you complete?

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  • visual inspection for signs of damage or malfunction.
  • sign the register, record the correct information.
  • check the battery is charged.
  • conduct radio check with monitor room.
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10
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What are 6 ways an officer can raise an alarm.

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  1. Fire alarm
  2. Voice
  3. Cell alarm
  4. Duress
  5. Phone
  6. radio
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11
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Describe 2A radio and name two types of alarms.

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Each radios operate on a ‘network’
- duress alarm
- cell alarm

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12
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(Multi choice) test on radio.

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Answer. D

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13
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How often do officers have to complete checks and searches?

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X6 checks / 6 random cell searches. Check alarm, check cell for red sticker (emergency alarm)

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14
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What are 7 officer management techniques?

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  1. Establish control early
  2. Keep rules to a minimum
  3. Enforce the rules
  4. Do not make threats
  5. All directions must be clear and understandable
  6. Never corner an inmate
  7. Wherever possible, discuss misbehaviour privately with an inmate.
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What are the elements of security?

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  • no escapes
  • no non prescribed property
  • no disorder
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16
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Name security equipments that are used for static security.

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  • communications, restraint, riot equipment, fire equipment.
17
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How is dynamic security practiced in the workplace?

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Daily security routines, counting inmates, searching, managing inmate movement, classifying and seperating inmates.

18
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What are the duties of the first responding officer (DOFRO)

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DECEETER -

D - determined and asses the situation
E - establish or notify communications
C - contain and isolate the situation
E - evaluate all uninvolved persons
E - establish perimeter control
T - take charge till response personnel arrive
R - report to commander for debrief.

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Elaborate on DECEETER ( DOFRO)

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Determine and assess:
When - time you arrived
How - many involved
Who - is or was in the area
What - has happened

Assess the situation
Danger to self , safety of others , officers / inmates, non involved staff, best point of entry/exit, likely actions, reactions and outcomes. Gather information, location, who was involved.

Establish:
Communicate via radio, telephone, word of mouth. Relay relevant information to key personnel (medical staff, unit manager, IRT members. Be clear and concise.

20
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Provide the 7 risk priorities.

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  1. Containment:
    Double manning towers, perimeter patrols, locking of cell, yard, wing & landing.
  2. Safety and welfare of hostages
    FRO - communicate with hostage taker, gain intelligence ( hostage, injuries, weapons, demands, location, clothing)
  3. Prevention of death or serious injury to staff or personnel
    Management strategies
    - riot plans/ fire evacuations
    - security units/K9 unit
    - riot equipment
    - intelligence
    - field $ specialist training
  4. Welfare of non-involved inmates
    Duty of care
  5. Protection of property
    Containment becomes less effective when rebels manage to cause damage to property.
  6. Restoration of Order
    Governor may hand control over to officer in charge of security unit.
  7. Identification of assailants
    Debriefed, medical attention, trauma counseling.
21
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How often do CO’s have to conduct searches ?

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6x cell searches daily ( at random or can be targeted - OIMS will provide random cell details to search)

22
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When completing a cell search/check, what do you look for?

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Check alarm (intercom), check emergency alarm in cell (red sticker )

23
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What does IRT stand for?

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Immediate response team

24
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What does CERT stand for?

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Centre emergency response teams

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How many centre incident/ emergency response teams are there?
There are 2. In addition to IRT (incident response teams) 1. Cert 1 - nominated officers who attend the scene as a second response to the incident. 2. Cert 2 - officers who reinforce cert 1 team if necessary ( directed by the IRT TL)
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You observe 2 inmates fighting in the front yard area of 5B. How do you respond?
Cert 1, cert 1. Two inmates fighting in 5 bravo - front yard. Medical assistance stand by or not required right now.
27
How do you raise an alarm if you do not have a radio?
Get the attention of the correctional staff member near by to raise alarm / call it in OR Activate duress alarm OR Ring centre emergency number/ emergency intercom.
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What happens when a cert alarm has been raised?
1. FRO calls for assistance to the IRT. 2. Call re-broadcast by control 3. All non- related radio traffic ceases. 4. All inmate and staff movement ceases. 5. Movement into and out of centre are stopped. 6. Officers nominated as IRT attend the scene as first response. 7. If directed, cert 1 team attends the scene of incident and takes steps to resolve. 8. IRT super takes charge and takes steps to resolve. 9. Cert 2 is deployed at the direction of IRT SUPER if required, 10. IRT SUPER will advise when it is safe to recommence inmate movement. 11. IRT super will advise of response required if incidents escalates to more than one.
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CERT member duties
- leave your post immediately (ensure someone covers or notify someone) - attend incident quickly - take orders directed by TL - do not leave incident unless authorised to. - write and file reports
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Non- cert officer duties
Cease all movements in your area Cease all radio traffic unless it’s an emergency Contain and isolate Evacuate uninvolved persons Be vigilant Be alert for activation of additional officers required Do not leave your area if you are not allocated to cert.