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

Part 1: Administration and Management

Policy and Goal Formulation

5-ACI-1A-03 (Ref. 4-4003)

Written policy, procedure, and practice provide that the warden/superinten- dent formulates goals for the institution at least annually and translates them into measurable objectives. Comment : Goals facilitate decision making, especially in an atmosphere of change. Measurable objectives facilitate the process of program review, monitoring, and evaluation.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Documentation of goals and measurable objectives.

5-ACI-1A-04 (Ref. 4-4003-1)

The facility/agency shall demonstrate it has examined, and where appropri- ate and feasible, implemented strategies that promote recycling, energy and water conservation, pollution reduction, and utilization of renewable energy alternatives.

5-ACI-1A-04 (Ref. 4-4003-1) Revised Jan. 2019

(Effective NLT October 1, 2020) The facility/agency shall demonstrate it has examined, and where appropriate and feasible, implemented strategies that promote recycling, energy and water conservation, pollution reduction, and utilization of renewable energy alternatives. An overview of any sustainable and environmentally friendly practices shall be covered in orientation. Comment : Correctional facilities and programs have the responsibility to imple- ment strategies that allow correctional facilities to be managed in ways that are most cost-effective and deliver superior performance, while improving environ- mental responsibility and sustainability. This includes recycling (including paper, metal, and plastic products), energy conservation (including building insulation, heating and ventilation, temperature controls, vehicle fuel efficiency, water econ- omies, physical plant engineering, and energy measures), pollution reduction (in- cluding composting sewer treatment, litter abatement, and carbon emissions), and utilization of renewable energy alternatives (biofuels, solar collection, turbine en- ergy production, and methane collection).

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Recycling program. Documentation of examination and/or im- plementation.

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Adult Correctional Institutions, Fifth Edition