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

Part 2: Physical Plant

2F. - PERFORMANCE STANDARD: ADMINISTRATIVE AND STAFF AREAS

All levels of staff are provided with adequate space to carry out their responsibilities safely and effectively.

Administrative Areas 5-ACI-2F-01 (Ref. 4-4167)

Adequate space is provided for administrative, security, professional, and clerical staff; this space includes conference rooms, storage room for records, a public lobby, and toilet facilities.

Comment : None.

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

Process Indicators : Observation.

Staff Areas 5-ACI-2F-02 (Ref. 4-4168)

Staff needs are met through providing adequate spaces in locations that are convenient for use. Staff are provided with the following:

• an area to change clothes and to shower • an area, room, and/or employee lounge that offers privacy from inmates and provides space for meals • access to exercise/physical training facilities and equipment • space for training • space for shift-change briefings • toilets and washbasins that are not used by inmates

Comment : None.

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

Process Indicators : Observation. Staff interviews.

Accessibility for the Disabled 5-ACI-2F-03 (Ref. 4-4169)

Reasonable accommodation is made to ensure that all parts of the facility that are accessible to the public are accessible and usable by staff and visitors with disabilities.

Comment : None.

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

Process Indicators : Observation.

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