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

Part 1: Administration and Management

Comment : Firearms training should be thorough, conducted using a systematic curriculum, and documented. The word annually in the standard refers specifically to a 12-month period rather than a calendar year.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Job descriptions. Training curriculum. Training records forms and formats.

Process Indicators : Personnel records. Training records.

Use of Chemical Agents

5-ACI-1D-21 (Ref. 4-4092)

(MANDATORY)All personnel authorized to use chemical agents receive thor- ough training in their use and in the treatment of individuals exposed to a chemical agent.

Comment : A special training curriculum should be established that includes both individual and group instruction by competent authorities.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Job descriptions. Training curriculum. Training records forms and formats.

Process Indicators : Personnel records. Training records.

Continuing Education 5-ACI-1D-22 (Ref. 4-4093)

Written policy, procedure, and practice encourage employees to continue their education and, as authorized, provides administrative leave and/or reimburse- ment for employees attending approved professional meetings, seminars, and similar work-related activities. Comment : Employees who wish to continue their education should be given the opportunity to do so. Every effort should be made to coordinate educational activi- ties with staff responsibilities. The institution’s staff development and training pro- gram should promote and support employee participation in outside workshops, seminars, and other formal educational programs.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Personnel policies.

Process Indicators : Personnel records. Staff interviews.

4-4094

Deleted January 2017

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