S503-Forced Cell Move

Question 1

S503-Forced Cell Move

Question 2

Shift commander or designee will ensure that a minimum of six (6) officers are on duty that are trained and authorized to conduct FCM.

Question 3

Purpose-To provide for the safety and protection of inmates and staff through the development and implementation of a standard approach to forced cell moves

Question 4

Move Team:

Answer 4

◦ Move Team Supervisor: Control the execution of the move; ensure Move Team is assembled and ready
◦ Shield Person: Ensure proper use of shield and restraint of subjects torso
◦ Upper Extremities (L/R arm control/restraint): Assist with control of the subject’s upper torso, also responsible for to control and apply restraints to subjects arms
◦ Lower Extremities (L/R leg control/restraint): Assist with control of the subject’s lower torso, also responsible for to control and apply restraints to subjects legs
◦ Recorder: Ensures documentation of extraction/move process on camera
◦ Nurse: Ensure that staff and inmates receive proper care after a move is completed, all injuries are treated and documented, and that restraints are properly applied

Question 5

Shift Commander/designee will ensure medical division is immediately notified.

Question 6

Extractions and other forced cell moves including restraint chair need prior authorization from Shift Commander

Question 7

Shift Commander/designee must consult with medical supervisor prior to FCM

Question 8

Shift Commander/designee will make sure recorder and Move team leader are notified

Question 9

The UOF will be implemented in a level of continuum based on the circumstances presented

Question 9

Prior to FCM the Team Leader will attempt de-escalation to convince inmate to comply with orders.

Question 10

Shift Commander/designee will notify engineering to have unit ventilated in case OC is used for the move

Question 11

If inmate remains non-compliant the Shift Commander/designee will ensure that medical is notified a FCM is anticipated

Question 11

Inmates behavior shall be recorded if safe while de-escalation is attempted

Question 12

Shift Commander/designee must consult with medical supervisor prior to FCM to see if there are any contraindications to chemical agents

Question 13

Move team will report to designated area in appropriate uniform and draw equipment

Question 14

Move team supervisor/area supervisor will brief Shift commander on events

Question 15

Move team supervisor will ensure team is properly equipped and briefed

Question 16

Move team supervisor will identify all team members on video and give intro

Question 17

Team leader will determine appropriate course of action for the extraction

Question 18

Procedure to obstruct visibility of those not involved in the incident

Question 19

Only those authorized by Shift Commander will be in the area of FCM

Question 20

The entire FCM will be recorded from when the team leader enters the unit until the move is complete

Question 21

Chemical agents will only be used by those trained in use, and treatment of those exposed; only appropriate amount used considering the circumstances.

Question 22

Chemical agents are not punitive

Question 23

The area affected will be decontaminated as soon as possible

Question 24

Persons exposed will be decontaminated as soon as safely possible. Prompt medical attention will be provided

Question 24

Chemical agent use is considered a Use of Force- reports required

Question 25

Medical Division will be consulted for contraindications to chemical agents.

Question 26

Chemical agent use will be recorded

Question 27

Professionalism and discipline must be maintained

Question 28

Move team Supervisor will be the only one given clear verbal direction to inmate and move team member

Question 29

Move team members can give specific orders to inmate during move to try to deescalate or give orders to inmate

Question 30

Move team supervisor will ask, advise and order inmate to be voluntarily handcuffed before proceeding with FCM

Question 30

Move team members should defer to move team supervisor as lead person giving orders

Question 31

Move team supervisor will let inmate know they are authorized to use chemical agents

Question 32

Upon refusal OC will be sprayed in cell and given time to take effect

Question 33

Inmate will be given another chance to be handcuffed (trap, Kneeling)

Question 34

Repeat process if necessary and

Answer 34

Avoid force use if possible

Question 35

If unable to avoid force the Move Team supervisor will give order to enter cell

Question 36

Once subdued and controlled the inmate will be placed in restraint chair

Question 37

Move team supervisor ensure equipment in working order

Question 37

Medical will examine as soon as possible after restraint chair placement

Question 37

Area supervisor will task someone to pack property, which will be returned upon authorization of shift commander or area supervisor

Question 38

SERT supervisor will conduct inventory at start of shift, log kept

Question 38

Any person injured as a result of force will be given medical attention asap

Question 39

Medical Staff documents all refusals etc.

Question 40

Assessment of employee injuries documented on initial assessment form and sent to the Shift Commander

Question 41

ADS of Training will ensure designated custody staff trained periodically in proper force movement and extractions.