Section 22.05.195. Training and safety standards for correctional officers.

	(a)  A correctional officer must be provided training in the following areas, within available resources, during the first year of employment  
		(1) custody, supervision, and control of prisoners; and facility security procedures;  
		(2) rules for the conduct of prisoners;  
		(3) use of force, firearms and other weapons, mechanical restraints, and chemical agents;  
		(4) rights and responsibilities of prisoners;  
		(5) fire and emergency procedures;  
		(6) first aid, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, and emergency trauma treatment;  
		(7) recognition and dispensing of medication;  
		(8) record-keeping and report writing;  
		(9) cross-cultural awareness and interpersonal communication techniques;  
		(10) legal issues and liability concerning corrections; and  
		(11) the provisions of this chapter and AS 33.  
	(b)  The superintendent shall ensure that correctional officers are tested periodically for proficiency in firearms and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.  
	(c)  Other facility staff must receive training as resources permit and as determined appropriate by the commissioner.  

Authorities

33.30.011;33.30.021;44.28.030

Notes

Authority

AS 33.30.011 AS 33.30.021 AS 44.28.030

History

Eff. 9/10/77, Register 63; am 12/27/78, Register 68; am 1/9/87, Register 101