CERT and Emergency Preparedness

A powerful way to increase learning based on real incidents is to not only study what you do see but to envision what you might have seen

Follow these steps to prioritize officer safety and facility security

Lessons in communication, coordination and safety from an unusual response involving several inmates

Security features in jails and prisons make it very difficult for first responders to get into a facility in the event of an emergency like a fire

The result of a mismanaged emergency in corrections is often injury, loss of life, and lengthy and expensive litigation

Steps correctional facilities can take to ensure staff are prepared for when the next emergency hits

Evacuating a correctional facility is a worst-case scenario for correctional leaders – here's what to consider ahead of time

Calif. Sheriff Don Barnes addresses current issues regarding custodial operations in jails as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold

According to an NIJ study, emergency preparedness is not a significant priority for American jails and prisons and few facilities have any types of emergency plans in place. In this tip, risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham details why such planning is essential.

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Each type of tactical breaching has its pros and cons pertaining to their use in the correctional environment

From policy development to ongoing training, here's how to develop an effective correctional emergency response team

Download this Corrections1 tactical entry tools buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

It is important for institutions to understand the various aid external partners may or may not be able to provide