BSCC Emergency Response Procedures 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Secure all doors and account for inmates in their area

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Call for medical, check responsiveness, begin CPR if needed

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Move inmates farthest from danger first, then those nearest

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Incident Command System

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A trained hostage negotiator, not the immediate supervisor

Answer

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

BSCC - Board of State and Community Corrections Practice Test

BSCC - Board of State and Community Corrections Practice Test

BSCC Emergency Response Procedures 2