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

Part 5: Institutional Services

Clothing and Bedding Supplies 5-ACI-5D-06 (Ref. 4-4334)

The store of clothing, linen, and bedding exceeds that required for the facili- ty’s inmate population.

Comment : More clothing, linen, and bedding should be available than needed at any one time, so there is no delay in replacing items.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Inventory logs. Observation. Staff interviews.

5-ACI-5D-07 (Ref. 4-4335)

Written policy specifies accountability for inmate clothing and bedding.

Comment : The issue of all clothing and bedding should be recorded, and inmates should be held accountable for its use.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Inmate rules/handbook.

Process Indicators : Inmate records. Documentation of inmate discipline. Inter- views.

Clothing Issue 5-ACI-5D-08 (Ref. 4-4336)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide for the issue of suitable cloth- ing to all inmates. Clothing is properly fitted, climatically suitable, durable, and presentable. Comment : A standard wardrobe should be provided at the time of admission and should include, as appropriate, shirts, blouses, dresses, trousers, skirts, belts, undergarments, slips, socks, shoes, coats, jackets, and headwear. In addition to the standard issue of inmate clothing, civilian attire should be available in limit- ed quantities for leisure, visiting, work release, and furloughs. Clothing provided should not be degrading or humiliating. Since the definition of these may be cultur- ally determined, consideration should be given to the effect of clothing provided.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Observation. Inmate interviews. Documentation of cleaning and storage. Documentation of clothing issue.

5-ACI-5D-09 (Ref. 4-4337)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide for the issue of special and, when appropriate, protective clothing and equipment to inmates assigned to the institution’s food service, hospital, farm, garage, physical plant mainte- nance shops, and other special work details.

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