Perf-Based Stds, Adult Corr. Inst. 5th ed March 2021

Performance Standard 4A: Special Management

5-ACI-4A-16 (Ref. 4-4262)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that inmates in special man- agement housing have the opportunity to shave and shower at least three times per week. Comment : Inmates in special management should have the opportunity to maintain an acceptable level of personal hygiene unless these procedures cause an undue security hazard. If conditions permit, the inmates should be able to shower daily.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Activity/service schedule.

Process Indicators : Completed logs. Documentation of exceptions.

5-ACI-4A-17 (Ref. 4-4263)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that inmates in special man- agement housing receive laundry, barbering, and hair care services and are issued and exchange clothing, bedding, and linen on the same basis as inmates in the general population. Exceptions are permitted only when found neces- sary by the senior officer on duty; any exception is recorded in the unit log and justified in writing.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Activity/service schedule.

Process Indicators : Completed logs. Documentation of exceptions.

5-ACI-4A-18 (Ref. 4-4264)

Alternative meal service may be provided to an inmate in special manage- ment housing who uses food or food service equipment in a manner that is hazardous to self, staff, or other inmates. Alternative meal service is on an individual basis, is based on health or safety considerations only, meets basic nutritional requirements, and occurs with the written approval of the warden/ superintendent, or designee and responsible health authority, or designee. The substitution period shall not exceed seven days.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Documentation of approval. Completed logs. Inmate interviews.

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