Correctional Officer Aptitude Flashcards
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An officer notices another staff member sleeping on post during night watch. The appropriate action is to:
Answer: Report the violation through proper channels
Sleeping on post is a serious safety violation that must be reported through proper channels.
A directive reads: 'No inmate may be released without written authorization.' A verbal order to release an inmate should be:
Answer: Confirmed in writing before acting
The directive requires written authorization, so a verbal order must be confirmed in writing first.
An officer patrols a corridor every 30 minutes. How many patrols occur during an 8-hour shift?
Answer: 16
Eight hours equals 16 thirty-minute intervals, so 16 patrols.
Which of the following is the best example of de-escalation?
Answer: Speaking calmly and listening to reduce tension
De-escalation uses calm communication and active listening to reduce tension.
The word 'discreet' most nearly means:
Answer: Careful and tactful
Discreet means showing careful, tactful judgment and restraint.
An officer searches a cell and must be thorough yet respectful of policy. The search should:
Answer: Follow procedure and document any contraband found
Cell searches must follow established procedure and document any contraband discovered.
If 3 of every 8 inmates in a unit of 48 are assigned to work detail, how many are on work detail?
Answer: 18
3/8 of 48 equals 18 inmates.