Perf-Based Stds, Adult Corr. Inst. 5th ed March 2020

Performance Standard 7A: Work and Correctional Industries

5-ACI-7A-11 (Ref. 4-4459)

Each industries operating unit has a written quality control procedure that provides for raw material, in-process, and final product inspection.

Comment : Quality control plans should include product specifications and toler- ances or dimensions as well as production techniques, along with the use of appro- priate measures for determining conformance to those standards. The plans should also stress periodic inspections throughout the entire production process, including inspection of the finished product, whether such inspections are of a random or statistical sampling or of all products made. Quality control records should be maintained and used for training purposes.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Quality control plan.

Process Indicators : Quality control records. Observation.

5-ACI-7A-12 (Ref. 4-4460)

A cost accounting system for each operating industries unit is designed, im- plemented, and maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Comment : The cost accounting system should be based on a chart of accounts and a general ledger that generate data for other fiscal reports. The system should include a means for recording and allocating the direct and indirect costs and the administrative overhead for each operating unit.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Financial records. Cost accounting system.

Inmate Compensation 5-ACI-7A-13 (Ref. 4-4461)

Written policy, procedure, and practice require that inmates are compensated for work performed. Incentives such as monetary compensation, special hous- ing, extra privileges, and good time credits should be distributed according to written guidelines. Comment : Inmates should be compensated so that they can make purchases from the canteen and accumulate funds to assist them upon their release from incarcer- ation.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Inmate compensation plan. Documentation of inmate compen- sation.

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