Intro to Criminology Doerner 1 What are minimum standards lowest acceptable criteria that a risk must meet in Chapter 6 order to be insurable 2 Assemble a list of minimum standards for Florida correctional officers At least 19 yrs old United States Citizen High school diploma or equivalent Have no misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statement or any felony convictions Never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the US Good moral character Pass background investigation medical exam drug test Valid drivers license 3 What does certification mean A person is licensed by the state to serve as a 4 What are some of the topics that are covered in the correctional officer training correctional officer academy curriculum Ethics Professionalism Criminal Law Special Needs Persons Suicide Intervention Inmate Culture Report Writing Radio Procedures Human Interaction Adjustment to Prison Defensive Tactics Chain of Command Search Inspection Techniques Control Room Intake Transfer Contraband Discipline Patrol Firearms First Aid Physical Fitness Training 5 What are some of the duties and responsibilities that correctional officers perform Supervise inmates in housing unit those segregated for administrative or punitive measures instruct in housekeeping sanitation Make periodic patrols of quarters work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular irregular intervals Check inmate mail for possible contraband Monitor supervise screen inmate visitor traffic observe traffic in around the compound Maintain control on areas such as the inmate food service area Observe for signs of disorder or tension report such observations to a higher authority Counsel with inmates regarding institutional domestic or emotional adjustment problems Maintain record of equipment supplies Maintain master inmate location counts setup receive inmate counts be familiar with entire operation of Control Room Maintain proper security of inmates being transported ensure all transportation permits are completed accurately signed by the appropriate authority check transportation vehicles daily 6 What is the State Officer Certification Examination competency examination after they complete the pre service academy training based upon the basic recruit training curriculum 7 Give aspects that are covered in the Florida Correctional Officer Code of Conduct I will never forget that I am a public official sworn to uphold the Constitutions of the US and the state of Florida I am a professional committed to public safety the support protection of my fellow officers co workers the supervision care of those in my charge I am skilled in the performance of my duties governed by a code of ethics that demands integrity in word and deed fidelity to the lawful orders of those appointed over me allegiance to my oath of office and the laws that govern our nation I will seek neither personal favor nor advantage in the performance of my duties Will treat all with whom I come in contact with civility respect I am proud to selflessly serve my fellow citizens as a member of the Florida Department of Corrections 8 What three units form the Florida correctional system Prisons adults or persons sentenced as adults to more than 1 yr imprisonment Jails intended to handle defendants who are sentenced to confinement for a period of less than 1 year Probation Parole court ordered period of correctional supervision in the community an alternative to incarceration a period of conditional supervised release in the community following a prison term 9 What types of inmates are housed in Florida prisons Person sentenced as adult to 10 What types of inmates are housed in Florida jails Defendants who are sentenced to more than 1 year confinement for less than 1 year 11 Distinguish probation from parole Probation court ordered period of correctional supervision in the community an alternative to incarceration Parole period of conditional supervised release in the community following a prison term 12 How large is the Florida prison population compared to other states 3rd largest in US Houses 103 915 inmates 13 How large is the Florida imprisonment rate compared to other states 7th place 14 Develop a demographic and salary profile of state correctional officers 15 Develop a demographic and salary profile of county correctional officers 16 How do Florida jails fare in comparison to the 50 largest jails in the United States Average daily inmate population reflects the total number of inmates held in jail each day of the year divided by 365 days 17 What are some of the duties and responsibilities that probation and parole officers perform Monitor enforce standard any special conditions imposed by the court or Florida Parole Commission Refer offenders to community resources for assistance with job placement treatment education or other needs Conduct drug tests to monitor for substance abuse Use electronic monitoring to track the whereabouts of offenders Use other specialized supervision approaches 18 Compare the number in persons in Florida who are under correctional supervision with the number of students enrolled in colleges and universities 63 000 persons enrolled in colleges universities The number of people in prisons jails or under community supervision in FL almost equals the total number of Florida college students who are working on 4 yr degree 19 What is accreditation An agency has undergone both internal external review to make sure that its goals objectives policies comply with the best practices in the field 20 Why does Florida have its own state accreditation body 21 What benefits is accreditation purported to yield Improved staff training development Assessment of program strengths weaknesses Defense against lawsuits Reduced liability insurance costs Establishment of measurable criteria for upgrading operations Improved staff moral professionalism Safer environment for staff offenders Performance based benefits 22 What does the term privatization mean for corrections An independent business entity will contract with state officials to house prisoners after the corporation builds staffs a facility 23 What are some reasons why proponents favor privatization Relying upon the public sector helps the state avoid the costly construction process Allows the state to gain more bed space at a reduced price especially when some states have come under judicial scrutiny for overcrowded prison conditions 24 How has privatization
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