BSCC Emergency Response Procedures 4

Question 1

During an earthquake that damages a correctional facility, what is the priority AFTER the shaking stops?

Accepted Answer

Assess structural damage and conduct a full inmate count

Answer

After an earthquake, staff must first assess structural safety and verify the count of all inmates before resuming any operations.

Question 2

A hazardous material spill occurs near the facility. The FIRST step is to:

Accepted Answer

Identify the substance and determine shelter-in-place or evacuation need

Answer

Identifying the hazardous material first determines whether shelter-in-place or evacuation is the safer response.

Question 3

In a correctional setting, 'shelter-in-place' means:

Accepted Answer

Keeping inmates and staff inside secure areas to avoid external hazards

Answer

Shelter-in-place directs everyone to remain inside sealed, secure areas to minimize exposure to outdoor environmental hazards.

Question 4

Which communication device is MOST reliable during a major power outage at a correctional facility?

Accepted Answer

Battery-operated or hand-held radios

Answer

Battery-operated or hand-held radios remain functional when facility power is lost, unlike intercom or server-dependent systems.

Question 5

When an inmate is discovered with a weapon during an emergency, the officer should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Back up, call for backup, and contain the situation

Answer

Officers must not attempt solo disarmament; they should secure the area, summon backup, and contain the situation safely.

BSCC - Board of State and Community Corrections Practice Test