Perf-Based Stds, Juvenile Correctional Facilities, 5th Ed_DEC 2024

Part 5: Care

Comment : More clothing should be available than needed at any one time, so there is no delay in replacing items that are destroyed or worn out.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Clothing inventory count; observations; interviews.

Bedding and Linen 5-JCF-5B-08 (Ref 4-JCF-4B-08)

Juveniles are issued suitable, clean bedding and linen, including two sheets, one pillow, one pillowcase, one mattress (not to exclude a mattress with an integrated pillow) and sufficient blankets to provide comfort under existing temperature controls There is a provision for clean linen exchange at least weekly and towels are exchanged at least three times per week Comment : Collection, storage, and exchange methods for bedding and linens should be done hygienically. Blankets, pillows, and mattresses should be cleaned before reissue, and linens and towels must be laundered before reissue.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Linen and bedding exchange records; observations; interviews.

Stored Linen 5-JCF-5B-09 (Ref 4-JCF-4B-09)

Stored linen and bedding supplies shall exceed that required for the facilities’ maximum juvenile population Comment : More linen and bedding should be available than needed at any one time, so there is no delay in replacing items that are destroyed or worn out.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Linen and bedding inventory count; observations; interviews.

Showers and Bathing 5-JCF-5B-10 (Ref 4-JCF-4B-10)

Juveniles are permitted to shower or bathe daily and after strenuous exercise

Comment : A bathing facility should be available to accommodate juveniles requir ing infirmary care or when medically necessary.

Protocols : Written policy and procedure.

Process Indicators : Master schedule; observations; interviews.

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