Once charged, when must an employee report the offense to their supervisor/manager? - correct answer immediately upon returning to work or within 24
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What are the 3 main examples of motor vehicle offenses that may result in immediate suspension or revocation of the employees drivers license? - correct answer DWI,
DUI,
Speeding 55 MPH and over 15 MPH over the posted speed limit
Name 5 different type of "Formal notice" - correct answer arrest,
detention,
citation,
criminal summons,
civil summons,
permanent restraining order,
warrant for arrest,
order for arrest,
bill of information,
notice from DMV,
order to show cause
If a certified officer is convicted of a misdemeanor offense while employed as a criminal justice officer, how long can their criminal justice certification be suspended? - correct answer 3 years
from the CJ administrative code, "convicted" or "conviction" means what? (3 things) - correct answer verdict or finding of guilty, plea of guilty, plea of no contest/nolo contendere
although the DPS Personnel notifies the Criminal Justice Division of certified employees criminal offenses, who is ultimately responsible for reporting? - correct answer the certified officer is responsible to ensure the criminal offenses are reported to the CJSD
define "integrity" in ancient times - correct answer Integrity is the putting on of armor, building completeness, wholeness in character
the word "ethics" comes from what greek and latin term? - correct answer greek for "character" and latin for "customs"
Under the secretary of Public safety, what is the responsibility of OSI? - correct answer oversees and conducts administrative investigations and administers the disciplinary process to ensure corrective actions are fair, consistent, technically accurate, and comply with the state agency policies.
every employee of NCDPS shall have the affirmation obligation to report, directly and WITHOUT UNDUE DELAY any and all information concerning conduct which the know or should reasonably know to involve corrupt or other criminal activity or conflict of interest - correct answer Obligation to Report
the CONSCIOUS OR RECKLESS DISREGARD of the consequences of ones acts or omissions - correct answer Deliberate Indifference
what are the 2 leading issues resulting in employe misconduct? - correct answer Undue Familiarity and Social Media/Inappropriate Use of State Computers
What are some challenges of decision making? - correct answer peer pressure,
the stress of the workplace,
personal challenges such as financial problems, marital problems, etc.
when may an officer use DEADLY FORCE - correct answer prevent escape of a convicted felon
prevent or stop a life threatening assault on themselves or another person,
prevent escape of a pre-trial detainee awaiting felony charges
when may an officer NOT use DEADLY FORCE - correct answer to solely protect state property or ensure compliance with a lawful order that does not implicate personal safety
when may an officer NOT use DEADLY FORCE when dealing with ESCAPES - correct answer against a misdemeanor escapee,
pretrial detainee awaiting misdemeanor charges,
when is DEADLY FORCE authorized for an inmate with a misdemeanor? - correct answer where there is imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury presented
what faith groups are listed under the Prisons Religion Practices Guide and Reference Manual? - correct answer American Indian,
aquarian christine curch universal,
asatru,
assemblies of yahweh,
buddhism,
christian,
hindu,
Hebrew israelite,
house of yahweh,
islam,
judaism,
messianic judaism,
moorish science temple,
rastafarian,
Wiccan
where do most civil action lawsuits take place? - correct answer federal court
when is an employee allowed defense by the Attorney Generals office? - correct answer when an employee has acted in accordance with DPS policy and procedures
what four cases is REASONABLE FORCE authorized? - correct answer prevent escape of an inmate
ensure compliance of a lawful order
protect property
return an escapee to custody
what two cases are used as measure to determine the appropriate use of force by a correctional officer? - correct answer Wilkins vs. Gaddy
Whitley vs. Albers
Define "Deadly Force" - correct answer the degree of force, which would tend to result in death or serious bodily injury
explain the circumstances when it is necessary to file a Use of Force Report and an Incident Report - correct answer any time it is necessary to compel an inmate to do something by using any amount of force (hands, chemical agent, baton)
what form is attached to the Use of Force Report by all witnesses? - correct answer DC-138B
What also must be completed after any Use of Force Report? - correct answer Medical Screening
what condition must exist if you are searching for an inmate who crosses state lines? - correct answer you must be in "hot pursuit"
the inmate must be a felon
misdemeanant who is an immediate risk to life
define "hot pursuit" - correct answer you must have the inmate in sight or be on a hot trail
what is the state policy on reprisals? - correct answer no reprisals shall be taken against any inmate or staff member for a no good faith use of or participation in the grievance procedure
what is a due process right of an inmate charges with a prison rule infraction under the disciplinary policy? - correct answer right to appeal to the Director of Prisons
what is a valid reason for placing an inmate under Restrictive Housing Administrative Purposes? - correct answer remove the inmate from the population as a "cooling off" method
protect staff and other inmates from threat by the inmate
minimize the risk of escape by the inmate
preserve order where other methods of control have failed
provide necessary control while completing an investigation
what is the procedure for inspection and distribution of personal mail? - correct answer incoming personal mail is opened and inspected for contraband prior to delivery to inmate
what is the procedure for inspection and distribution of legal mail? - correct answer legal mail will be opened in the presence of the inmate and opened by the correctional officer
define Censorship - correct answer withholding of mail for reasons related to prison security
what are the allowed religious practices? - correct answer bibles, pamphlets, prayer rugs, head coverings, fasting and other religious practices
what religious practices are NOT allowed? - correct answer snakes, poison herbs, spiders, and other religious materials of this sort
do inmates have a right to visitation? - correct answer no, visitation is a privilege and allowed under reasonable time, place, and manner
describe a "routine search" - correct answer a routine search is a pat and frisk search with the subject clothed
what are correctional officers legally required to do to ensure an inmates right to medical treatment is protected? - correct answer whenever an inmate becomes ill or injured, steps must be take to provide medical services
what amendment does the inmates "right" to medical care derive from? - correct answer the 8th amendment
what are some incidents where a CO may have to testify? - correct answer violation of inmates rights (excessive force)
undue familiarity with inmate (sexual misconduct)
any incident or alleged incident
what is the first action to take when receiving or releasing a firearm? - correct answer Clear and inspect
what is the primary handgun safety? - correct answer finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard
when the shotgun is oriented in a normal shooting position, how is the safety turned to "off" - correct answer the safety is off when pushed to the left
if carrying a shotgun, an officer should not allow an inmate to get any closer than - correct answer 20 yards
if carrying a handgun, an officer should not allow an inmate to get any closer than - correct answer 4 yards
handgun maximum range is - correct answer 1 mile
shotgun maximum range is - correct answer 1/3 mile
what are the three ballistic factors officers must consider before firing a firearm? - correct answer distance, penetration, ricochet
what is the Cardinal Safety Rule - correct answer if there is the slightest risk of hitting an INNOCENT BYSTANDER, officers must NOT fire even though it means the escape of an inmate
what equipment must officers use when on the range? - correct answer hearing protection and eye protection
what equipment must officers use when shooting low limited on the range? - correct answer safety vest
abdominal pain, fatigue, nausea, headaches, constipation are all symptoms of - correct answer lead poisoning
to charge a handgun, pull back on the - correct answer slide
what is a .40 S&W maximum affect range? - correct answer 50 yards
what side is the holster worn on? - correct answer strong side
for a one-hand grip, firmly place the webbing of the strong hand against the - correct answer tang
what is the name of the TAP/RACK/READY procedure? - correct answer immediate action drill
when aiming down the barrel, where do you focus? - correct answer front sight
what is a sudden and transient burst of light that occurs when a weapon fires? - correct answer muzzle flash
what are used for low intensity light vision? - correct answer RODS
what is the fire triangle? - correct answer oxygen, heat, fuel
what are the different fire classifications? - correct answer A,B,C,D,K
what does PASS stand for when extinguishing a fire? - correct answer pull, aim, squeeze, sweep
what is the number one priority in an emergency situation? - correct answer protection of the general public
define prison emergency - correct answer Any event or potential event that presents threat to public safety
what are the FOUR keys to preventing an emergency? - correct answer preparedness
staff professionalism
prison climate awareness
security practices
identify in order the 5 factors to be considered in responding to an emergency - correct answer safety of the general public
safety and welfare of hostages
prevent injury or loss of life to Corrections staff
inmate safety
protection of state property
what is the acronym PERT - correct answer prison emergency response team
what are the four prison emergency forces - correct answer PERT
SORT
SOTIT
HNT
list the 12 major prison emergencies - correct answer escape
inmate disturbance or riot
hostage
fire
lockdowns
notification of death
medical emergencies
work stoppage
outside assault
suspicious letter or parcel
bomb threat
natural and man made disasters
list five avenues of escape by inmates - correct answer over, under, through fence
vehicle leaving the facility
work assignment away from the facility
during transport
perimeter gate
what do you do if a law enforcement officer has a roadblock up and must leave the scene - correct answer correctional staff also must leave
when is it allowed to search the dwelling WITHOUT consent - correct answer during "hot pursuit" of the inmate
identify the 5 phases of the tactical response to an emergency? - correct answer locate
isolate
evacuate
resolve
deactivate
define "riot" - correct answer group activity that threatens the security, safety, or normal operations of the facility
what are the 2 basic causes of prison riots? - correct answer Prison and public
what are the 3 major responsibilities of a correctional officer in the prevention of prison riots? - correct answer observation
report and communicate
maintain security
where do prison fires often occur? - correct answer in buildings that are intentionally designed to confine their occupants and therefore are difficult to evacuate
what does RACE stand for? - correct answer rescue, alarm, contain, extinguish
what is a key element in saving lives in a bomb threat situation? - correct answer the response time from the initial actual call to evacuation
during a fire, what order are floors evacuated? - correct answer floor where fire is first
floor above the fire
floor below the fire
NC General Statute 14.27.31 states that... - correct answer intercourse consent is NO defense
NC Department of Public Safety has what type of policy for sexual relations with an inmate? - correct answer zero tolerance
what are some inmate profile issues? - correct answer predators
appearance
crimes
age
motive
self image
snitch
what sort of punishment is a result of sexual relations with an inmate? - correct answer class E felony and between 15 and 63 months in prison
what is undue familiarity? - correct answer inmates know your personal business
what is familiarity? - correct answer inmates habits
demeanor
behavior
what is the first line of defense for preventing sexual abuse? - correct answer staff to staff relationships
what is our duty to report? - correct answer duty to report through the chain of command findings of sexual relations between inmates and staff
what are some characteristics of staff that may lead to engaging in undue familiarity? - correct answer low self esteem
job dissatisfaction
personal problems at home
fear
rescuer syndrome
isolation
attention
caregivers
what are some strategies to prevent undue familiarity? - correct answer align yourself with staff and show respect
no first names
recognize "over-friendly" behavior
never accept gifts, letters, phone calls
talk with other staff when noticing warning signs
do not do favors
recognize level of personal stress
do not ignore inappropriate inmate behavior
have pride in your job
what is a Security Risk Group? - correct answer any group of inmates meeting validation criteria whose common goal is to engage in illegal activities that threaten to undermine the operation of the prison
what is a Security Risk Member? - correct answer an inmate validated as a member of a validated Security Risk Group
what is described as being considered a "gang" - correct answer an organization, association, or group of three or more persons that has one or more of its primary activities as committing one or more felonies
Which Security Risk Group has the FBI identified as being the most violent street gang in the US? - correct answer MS-13
where did the Hispanic SRG MS-13 originate? - correct answer El Salvador
where does the Hispanic SRG Surenos originate? - correct answer Southern California
Who are the Hispanic SRG Surenos rival counterparts? - correct answer Nortenos of Northern California
which Hispanic SRG identifier includes a huelga bird? - correct answer Nortenos
what is the nickname for Pelican Bay State Prison? - correct answer White House
in spanish, Malditos means - correct answer wicked ones
what African-American SRG was founded in Charlotte in the 1990s - correct answer Kings and Dons
What White Supremacist SRG was initially formed on December 15, 1865 in Pulaski, TN? - correct answer Ku Klux Klan
how often should searches take place for SRG inmates? - correct answer every seven days
what should correctional officers do if they come across any information that may involve SRGs? - correct answer report any information to the facility intelligence officer
how many criteria must be met in order to validate an inmate as an SRG? - correct answer at least 2
what is the timeframe in which employees must file for grievance? - correct answer 15 calendar days
harassment is defined as - correct answer unwelcome speech or conduct based upon race, sex, political affiliation, religion, national origin, age, color, genetic information or disability that creates a hostile work environment
the Department of Public Safety has a _____ TOLERANCE for violations of the Unlawful Workplace Harassment policy and retaliation - correct answer ZERO [Show Less]