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

Performance Standard 5A: Reception and Orientation

New Inmates 5-ACI-5A-04 (Ref. 4-4288)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that new inmates receive writ- ten orientation materials and/or translations in their own language.These ma- terials may also be provided electronically, but inmates in special management housing and restrictive housing must be provided information in a written format so that their access to information is not impeded by their custody status. When a literacy problem exists, a staff member assists the inmate in understanding the material. Completion of orientation is documented by a statement signed and dated by the inmate. Comment : Orientation should include formal classes, distribution of written mate- rials about the institution’s programs, rules, and regulations, and discussion. Ori- entation should also be used to observe inmate behavior and to identify special problems. The use of electronic kiosks is allowed as a means of providing the inmate handbook. Agencies using such kiosks should implement strategies to al- low access to this information by general population inmates without interference by facility staff without a valid security-related reason. Inmates who are unable to read and write should be assisted through case management services provided by the facility.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Inmate handbook.

Process Indicators : Observation. Intake records. Inmate interviews. Orientation Materials.

4-4289

Deleted January 2006

Transfers 5-ACI-5A-05 (Ref. 4-4290)

Written policy, procedure, and practice ensure that inmates transferred from other institutions within the correctional system receive an orientation to the new institution. Except in unusual circumstances, reception and orientation for inmates transferred from another institution within the system is complet- ed within seven calendar days after admission. Comment : Every institution has procedures, rules, and regulations unique to its purposes, physical plant, and security status. Inmates transferred within the cor- rectional system should be provided with the necessary information about the new institution.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Orientation information and process. In- mate handbook.

Process Indicators : Observation. Transfer logs. Intake records. Orientation docu- mentation.

4-4291

Deleted January 2006

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