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CDCR MAJOR 2 QUESTIONS WITH DEFINITIVE SOLUTIONS
"Four primary reasons CDCR regulates inmate property - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Ensure the
safety and security of the community
- Standardized the procedures for handling inmate property
- Establish accountability
- Detect the introduction of contraband"
"Five occasions when you inventory inmate property - CORRECT ANSWER Rehoused in ASU,
placed in the hospital/infirmary, dies, escapes, transported out to court/temporary release order (TRO), transferred to Mental Health Crisis Bed (MACB)"
"Three reasons to conduct a systematic search - CORRECT ANSWER Eliminate the possibility
of errors, provide points if reference, prevent misperceptions"
"Three types of body searches in CDCR - CORRECT ANSWER Clothed, Unclothed and Body
Cavity" "Two most important reasons correctional officer's must be familiar with the CA Code of
Regulations (CCR) Title 15 - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Identify acts of misconduct
2 Enforcing policies and procedures"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3005: (a) - CORRECT ANSWER Conduct"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3006 - CORRECT ANSWER Contraband"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3007 - CORRECT ANSWER Sexual Behavior"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3009 - CORRECT ANSWER Gambling"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3010 - CORRECT ANSWER Gifts and gratitudes"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3011 - CORRECT ANSWER Property"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3014 - CORRECT ANSWER Calls and passes"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3015 - CORRECT ANSWER Unauthorized areas
and facility boundaries inmate's shall not be out of bounds"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3016 - CORRECT ANSWER Controlled
substances, drug, paraphernalia, and distribution"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3017 - CORRECT ANSWER Responsibility for
counts"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3019 - CORRECT ANSWER Identification"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3023 - CORRECT ANSWER Security threat
group"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3041 - CORRECT ANSWER Performance"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3055 - CORRECT ANSWER Use of food"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3063 - CORRECT ANSWER Tattoos"
"CA Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 15 section, 3192 - CORRECT ANSWER Possession and
exchange"
"Three level of progressive discipline in order from the lowest-level to the highest level penalty -
CORRECT ANSWER Verbal counseling- CCR Title 15, Section 3312 (a) (1)
Custodial counseling chronic- CCR Title 15, Section 3312 (a) (2) RVR- formally known as CDCR -115"
"Responsibilities of the investigative employee (IE) in relation to the inmate disciplinary process -
CORRECT ANSWER Interview the charges inmate
Gather information Screen prospective witnesses Question all staff and inmates who may have relevant information Submit a written report to the SHO or disciplinary committee chairperson, to include witness statements and a summary of the information collected specific to the violation charged"
Red: optimum survival and combat performance level, peak complex motor skills, shortest visual reaction time, quickest cognitive reaction time Condition Black: loss of peripheral vision, vasoconstriction, cognitive processing deterioration, irrational flight or flee, freezing, submissive behavior, loss of bowel or bladder control"
"Identify the acronym, OODA loop - CORRECT ANSWER Observe
Orient Decide Act"
"Ruger Mini-14 Nomenclature - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Comb
- Grip
- Rear sight
- Bolt
- Bolt lock plugger
- Front sight
- Flash suppressor
- Front swivel
- Forearm
- Slide cocking handle
- Stock
- Magazine release
- Trigger guard/trigger safety
- Butt"
"Glock-22 Nomenclature - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Muzzle
- Front Sight
- Slide
- Rear Sight
- Slide Stop Lever
- Back Strap
- Frame/receiver
- Grip
- Magazine floor plate
- Front strap
- Magazine catch
- Trigger
- Trigger guard
- Trigger safety
- Slide lock
- Accessory rail"
"Two elements in the cycle of functions - CORRECT ANSWER Feeding
Chambering Locking Firing Unlocking Extracting Ejecting Cocking"
"Seven fundamentals of marksmanship - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Stance
- Grip
- Sight alignment
- Sight picture
- Breathing
- Trigger control
- Follow through"
"Demonstrate the proper fire- step draw - CORRECT ANSWER Grip
Clear Can't Smack/workbench Front sight"
"Two ways to reload the Glock 22 semiautomatic handgun - CORRECT ANSWER Tactical
reload Speed reload"
"What constitutes an escape from a correctional institution - CORRECT ANSWER An
institutional escape is any form of unauthorized release. Escape is a felony."
"Identify the reason escape prevention is important is an institution - CORRECT ANSWER
Almost all escapes are preventable Public safety is the most important reason for escape prevention in an institution"
Standing count Out count Informal count Negative count Picture count (Photo ID) Emergency count Close custody count How to conduct inmate counts"
"Identify the requirements for completing a count slip - CORRECT ANSWER Time count
commenced Actual number of inmate counted Location or area where the count was conducted Printed name and signature of the count CO Written in black and blue ink Accuracy No errors - if you make an error, shred the count slip and print a new one Legibility"
"Three components of a facility fire safety plan - CORRECT ANSWER Preparedness
Prevention Suppression" First Amendment: How being incarcerated affects a person's right to freedom of speech and
freedom of religion. - CORRECT ANSWER no absolute right to free speech. the government
can regulate inmate in parolee speech where it is necessary to protect a legitimate government interest. (i.e. The Safety and Security of an institution) California prisons have facility chaplains to serve religious needs and provide reasonable accommodation for inmate practicing their own faiths."
"Fourth Amendment: how the Fourth Amendment relates to inmates and their visitors. -
CORRECT ANSWER peace officers can search inmates in the contents of their cells at any time
for any reason, as long as it is done without abuse or harassment. Visitors will be subject to cursory searched, and visitors may be thoughroughly searched when: 1, a warrant has been obtained, 2, staff has reason to believe that the visitor is attempting to bring a prohibited item, or 3, if the visitor is arrested for a crime which endangers the security of the facility."
"Fifth Amendment: what rights are provided under the Fifth Amendment - CORRECT ANSWER
No person shall:
- be required to answer for a capital or otherwise Infamous crime unless a grand jury issues an indictment.
- be tried more than once for the same criminal offense - double jeopardy
- be compelled to testify against themselves in a criminal manner
- be deprived of life liberty or property without due process of law
- be deprived of private property for public use without just compensation
- peace officers must inform the suspect of his or her right to remain silent and to have a lawyer present*" "Eigth Amendment: Identify two examples of cruel and unusual punishment of inmates
prohibited under the 8th Amendment. - CORRECT ANSWER - substandard conditions of
confinement
- denying the basic necessities of life
- excessive force used on inmates
- failure to protect inmates from harm
- excessive bail shall not be required nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishment inflicted*" "Fourteenth Amendment: identify how do process under the Fourteenth Amendment relates to
inmate classification in CDCR - CORRECT ANSWER due process becomes an issue in inmate
classification when: -an institution decides during classification where to place an inmate including what level of custody and privileges he or she will have.
- an inmate is put in administrative segregation, temporary detention, or protective custody.
- when subjecting an inmate to involuntary medication.
"Identify the two most important reasons Correctional peace officers must be familiar with the
California Code of Regulations Title 15 - CORRECT ANSWER - identifying acts of misconduct
- enforcing the rules" "Identify two of the seven aspects of professionalism that affect how inmates respond to the
disciplinary process - CORRECT ANSWER 1. set the example
- be a leader
- be respectful
- use effective communication skills
- be firm, Fair, objective, and consistent
- do not take inmate misconduct personally
- do not ignore minor inmate misconduct
- the Department's disciplinary process is designed to maintain order and control, maintain dignity of inmates, and promote socially desirable changes in attitude and behavior*"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3004 - CORRECT ANSWER Rights and Respect of Others
- no disrespect, no contempt for authority"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3005 (a) - CORRECT ANSWER Conduct
- obey all laws regulations and local procedures and refrain from Behavior leading to violence or disorder"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3006 - CORRECT ANSWER Contraband
- inmates may not possess dangerous or unauthorized contraband. inmates may not possess Escape paraphernalia including keys and made ropes loose hair wigs clothing resembling staff clothing Etc. inmates may not possess money, checks, credit or phone cards"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3007 - CORRECT ANSWER Sexual Behavior
-inmates may not engage in sexual activity with other inmates or visitors"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3009 - CORRECT ANSWER Gambling
- inmates shall not Gamble"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3011 - CORRECT ANSWER Property
- inmates shall not damage, destroy, or alter state or personal property."
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3010 - CORRECT ANSWER Gifts and Gratuities
- inmates may not ask for unauthorized items from staff"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3014 - CORRECT ANSWER Calls and Passes
- inmates must report to designated areas when instructed, as specified by ducats"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3015 - CORRECT ANSWER Unauthorized Areas and Facility Boundaries
- inmates shall not be out of bounds."
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3016 - CORRECT ANSWER Controlled Substances,Drug Paraphernalia,
and Distribution
- inmates must not inhale, ingest, inject, or otherwise introduced into their body, use, possess, manufacturer or have under their control any controlled substance including medication, alcohol
- inmates must not possess drugs or drug paraphernalia. Only prescribed medication is authorized
- inmates must not possess authorized medication in quantities exceeding the dosage specifically authorized"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3017 - CORRECT ANSWER Responsibility for Counts
- inmates must follow count procedures"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3019 - CORRECT ANSWER Identification
- inmates must carry, on their person, any identification card issued in accordance with institutional procedures"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3023 - CORRECT ANSWER Security Threat Group Activity
- inmates shall not promote gang activity through words, symbols, clothing, gestures"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3041 - CORRECT ANSWER Performance
- inmates must go to work or school if they are assigned, and less medically excused. While at work or school, they must be on time, actively participate, and remain on site for their entire shift assignment"
"CCR Title 15 Section: 3055 - CORRECT ANSWER Use of Food
"Match color codes of Awareness: Condition White - CORRECT ANSWER - unaware
- unfocused
- unprepared
- vulnerable"
"Match color codes of Awareness: Condition Yellow - CORRECT ANSWER -alert
-aware -focused -prepared"
"Match color codes of Awareness: Condition Orange - CORRECT ANSWER -hyper alert
-hyperaware -hyper focused -hyper prepared"
"Match color codes of Awareness: Condition Red - CORRECT ANSWER - Optimum survival and
combat performance level
- Peak Complex motor skills
- shortest visual reaction time
- quickest cognitive reaction time"
"Match color codes of Awareness: Condition Black - CORRECT ANSWER - loss of peripheral
vision
- vasoconstriction
- cognitive processing deteriorates
- irrational flight or flee
- freezing
- submissive Behavior
- loss of bowel or bladder control"
"Identify the acronym, OODA loop - CORRECT ANSWER -observe
-orient -decide -act
- the OODA Loop will continue throughout the conflict, the ability to disrupt the opponent's loop will have the best chance of survival. This can be done with movement, diversion, distraction, or violence of action.""
"Identify the four fundamental safety rules regarding the Department's Firearms conduct -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. treat all firearms as though they are loaded.
- never point a firearm at anyone or anything that you don't intend to shoot or destroy.
- never place your finger on the trigger until you are ready to fire
- always be sure of the Target and what is beyond it before firing the firearm"
"Range Safety Rules - CORRECT ANSWER - ceasefire Echo command
- follow rangemasters orders promptly into the letter, never anticipate a command
- do not handle or manipulate any firearm until instructed to do so. Dry firing is permitted on rangemasters command
- never stand on or near Firing Line without I in ear protection provided by the department
- be sure there are no obstructions in the barrel of a firearm before loading
- love your firearm only when given the command to do so by the range master
- never fire obsolete or damaged ammunition
- keep an an holstered firearm pointed down range in the direction of your target at all times
- in case of misfire or malfunction, keep firearm pointed down range. Never fire a succeeding around when either ammunition or firearm has malfunction raise your support and and wait for assistance
- never lower the muzzle of any firearm at less than a 45 degree angle to the Target accept when holstering or in an approved ready position and only when instructed during course of Fire. Never shoot outside of the left and right lateral limits of the range
- do not bend over and pick anything up unless directed by the range master
- never go in front of the line of fire until the echo command down range is repeated
- absolutely no running while at the range
- absolutely no smoking, eating, drinking, or talking on the firing line.
- no attire will be removed or discarded on the firing line
- all live rounds must be turned into range training staff upon completion of range training prior to leaving the range area
- Echo commands include: ceasefire, down range, hands, Make Ready, make safe*"
"Identify all parts of the Glock model 22 semi-automatic handgun - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Muzzle
- Front Sight
- Slide
- Rear Sight
- Slide Stop Lever
- Scanning and Assessing --performed at low ready --handgun and eyes move left to right together 3-5 seconds"
"Demonstrate the ability to safely make safe, unload, the Glock 22 semi-automatic handgun -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. draw and point the handgun in a safe Direction
- bring the handgun back to the workbench canting the handgun to create the workbench
- position your support hand under the magazine well
- with your strong hand to press the magazine catch and retrieve the magazine with your support hand
- push the magazine in your pocket or pouch, not in the magazine carrier
- with your support hand grasp the ridges on the slide behind the injection port
- slowly and deliberately pull the slide to the rear, allow the round to fall to the ground from the handgun out of the ejection port. Do not attempt to catch the round
- push up or down the slide stop lever and allow the slide to travel slightly forward to lock the slide to the rear
- visually and physically inspect the chamber and magazine well and sharing it is safe and clear. But the index finger of your support hand in the chamber and verbalize chamber clear then put your finger in the magazine well and verbalized magazine well clear
- if available, have a partner check your handgun. if not available, double-check the chamber in mag well yourself.
- grasp the serrations on the rear of the slide rearward of the ejection port in rock and roll to cycle the slide"
"Identify and demonstrate two ways to reload the Glock 22 semi-automatic handgun -
CORRECT ANSWER 1. Tactical Reload
- Young cover, bring handgun to work bench, retrieve full magazine and switch with magazine in firearm, place used magazine in pocket and returned to grip assess the need for further engagement
- Speed Reload -yell cover, bring handgun to the workbench and retrieve a Fresh Magazine under the handgun simultaneously dropping the extended magazine on the ground, answered the Fresh Magazine into the handgun and Seed it into the magazine well, grasp the serrations on slide and rack and roll"
"Demonstrate the ability to safely shoot both strong and support hand unsupported - CORRECT
ANSWER transition techniques
- tabletop method
- thumb over thumb method
"Demonstrate the ability to safely establish a stable kneeling shooting position - CORRECT
ANSWER - speed kneeling
- braced kneeling
- double knee"
"Identify and clear, fix, types 1, 2, 3, and 4 malfunctions - CORRECT ANSWER 1. failure to feed,
failure to fire -tap, rack and roll
- failure to eject (stove pipe) -tap, rack and roll
- failure to extract (double feed) -finger off the trigger, lock the slide to the rear, remove magazine, rack amd roll 3 times, retrieve and insert fresh magazine, tap, rack and roll
- catastrophic -handgun disabled"
"Qualify score with the Glock 22 semi-automatic handgun - CORRECT ANSWER qualifying
score of 80% or 29 out of 36 shots, 12 rounds each from 3, 7, 15 yards"
"Identify the primary components of the Ruger Mini-14 223 caliber rifle - CORRECT ANSWER
- Comb
- Grip
- Rear Sight
- Bolt
- Bolt lock plunger
- Front Sight
- Flash Suppressor
- Front Swivel
- Forearm
- Slide cocking handle
- Stock
- Magazine release
- Trigger guard, trigger, safety
- butt"
"Qualify score with Ruger Mini 14 223 caliber rifle - CORRECT ANSWER qualifying score of at
least 88 points both standing and kneeling from both 50yd, and 100yd. 25 rounds total"
"Identify methods to develop a rapport with inmates - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Recognize
changes in Behavior, and assist the inmate in resolving the problem by referring him or her to the chaplain, counselor, or medical Department. 2. resolve problems at the lowest level, 3. The Firm Fair consistent and objective, complete appropriate documentation, be consistent and treatment of all inmates, clearly State the expectations, tried to follow through with what you say, lead-by- example, don't make small issues and two large ones, don't transfer personal conflicts into professional relationships, if you don't know something admit it, communicate your approval of a job well done
- always maintain professional demeanor, inmates will respect you when you are professional insincere in the performance of your duties*"
"Identify barriers that prevent positive communication - CORRECT ANSWER - language barrier
- cultural diversity issues, differences in race, gender, and sexual orientation
- religion, customs, and values -profanity, name and name calling
- blame others for your mistakes and not accepting responsibility
- not listening to what is being said
- being closed-minded
- your body language and how it affects others
- personal prejudices and discrimination
- difference in personality
- misconceptions due to past experiences"
"Identify consequences that arise if inmate rights are violated - CORRECT ANSWER
compromises institutional security, creates an unsafe and unstable work environment, creates division between staff and inmates, creates inmate unrest and potential for violence, loss of life and property, discredits the department, negative media attention, causes an increase of inmate appeals, causes lawsuits personal and departmental, officer fined and removed from office"
"Recognize ways inmates gather information about staff - CORRECT ANSWER asking about
personal life, attempting to gossip about staff members, discussing pettiness of rules, focusing on similarities, eavesdropping on conversations what is that okay invading personal space including, dropping items by you, standing close, touching, committing minor rule violations to test commitment to enforcing rules, threaten to expose a mistake, try to isolate and share Secrets, enter office and ask to talk in private"
"Recognize ways an inmate will show support for staff - CORRECT ANSWER warn you about
problem inmates, give helpful advice on how to run your tier, tell you you shouldn't work alone, come to your assistance or shout-out, offer to bring you gifts, Food Supplies, Etc"
"Identify examples of overly familiar Behavior between staff and inmates - CORRECT ANSWER
intentionally and knowingly allowing an inmate access to places, Privileges and items they are not entitled to, providing inmate assistance Beyond scope of authority, providing an inmate with personal information about you, your family, coworkers"
"Identify consequences of being overly familiar with inmates - CORRECT ANSWER creates
division between staff, violates division between staff and inmates, results in loss of respect by staff and inmates, creates a climate of favoritism, causes distrust and alienation between staff, eroding the Safety and Security of the institution, disciplinary action which includes reprimand, loss of pay, rank, employment or criminal prosecution" "Identify warning signs of developing inappropriate relationships or sexual misconduct with
inmates - CORRECT ANSWER sharing any personal information regarding self, family, or other
staff members with an inmate, inappropriate physical contact, conducting personal transactions for inmates, meeting inmates out of view of professional piercers, overt aggressiveness towards inmates that can be construed as flirtatious exhibiting low self-esteem, little or no support system in personal or work environments, spending an inordinate amount of time with a specific inmate, being overly supportive or protective of an inmate, misuse or issuance of excessive amount of State Property to a particular inmate"
"Identify strategies to protect yourself from inmate manipulation - CORRECT ANSWER be
professional, make your expectations of conduct clear, remain firm fair and consistent, immediately confront inappropriate contact, know the rules and regulations of your institution, maintain a professional relationship, be aware that inmates will try to manipulate you, I know your surroundings and observe inmates, keep your personal life at home, confront rule violations, if you believe you are being manipulated contact your supervisor, if you make a mistake, admit it" "Identify four of the five techniques used in resolving inappropriate conduct by another staff
member - CORRECT ANSWER observe, confirm, confront, document, report"
"Identify the process to take when a relative or friend is committed or transferred to the
jurisdiction of the department - CORRECT ANSWER CDCR 2189
