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

Performance Standard 2E: Program and Service Areas

Visiting 5-ACI-2E-03 (Ref. 4-4156)

Sufficient space is provided for a visiting room or area for contact visiting and, if necessary, noncontact visiting. There is adequately designed space to permit screening and searching of both inmates and visitors. Space is provided for the proper storage of visitors’ coats, handbags, and other personal items not allowed into the visiting area.

Comment: None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Facility plans/specifications.

Process Indicators : Observation. Staff interviews. Visitor interviews.

Classrooms 5-ACI-2E-04 (Ref. 4-4157)

(Renovation, New Construction Only after January 1, 1990). In institutions offering academic and vocational training programs, classrooms are designed in consultation with school authorities.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Facility plans/specifications.

Process Indicators : Observation. Facility records and logs. Documentation of consultation.

Dining 5-ACI-2E-05 (Ref. 4-4158)

There is space for group dining except when security or safety considerations justify otherwise, and the space is large enough to allow for meals to be served, affording each inmate the opportunity to have at least 20 minutes of dining time for each meal.

Comment : None.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Facility plans/specifications.

Process Indicators : Observation. Facility logs and records.

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