Emergency Response Procedures Flashcards

During a facility lockdown, what is the FIRST action staff should take upon hearing the alarm?

Answer: Secure all doors and account for inmates in their area

During a lockdown, staff must immediately secure doors and conduct a count of inmates in their area before any other action.

When an inmate collapses and appears unresponsive, what is the correct order of response under standard emergency protocols?

Answer: Call for medical, check responsiveness, begin CPR if needed

Standard protocol requires calling for medical assistance, assessing responsiveness, then initiating CPR only if the inmate is unresponsive and not breathing.

A fire breaks out in a housing unit. Which principle guides the order of evacuation?

Answer: Move inmates farthest from danger first, then those nearest

Evacuation priority moves from those farthest from the fire outward, ensuring clear pathways while minimizing exposure for those already safe.

What does the term 'ICS' stand for in correctional emergency management?

Answer: Incident Command System

ICS stands for Incident Command System, a standardized approach to command, control, and coordination during emergencies.

During a hostage situation inside a correctional facility, who should be the PRIMARY negotiator?

Answer: A trained hostage negotiator, not the immediate supervisor

Trained hostage negotiators handle communications to avoid emotional decisions; the supervisor manages the scene but does not negotiate.

Which chemical agent is most commonly authorized for use in correctional facility disturbances?

Answer: OC (oleoresin capsicum) spray

OC spray is the most commonly authorized chemical agent in corrections due to its effectiveness and relatively short duration of effects.

After a major emergency is resolved, which document is MOST critical for staff to complete?

Answer: An after-action report

An after-action report documents what occurred, evaluates the response, and identifies improvements for future emergencies.