Corrections Columnist Articles

• Increasing training effectiveness in corrections

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  When designing your next training, consider how you will promote not only learning, but learning transfer

• Conflict management in corrections

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  Keeping a conflict from turning violent is your responsibility. And that means building your conflict management skills

• Pre-attack indicators in jails

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  We know attacks happen in jail facilities. Your challenge is to recognize the warning signs and, when possible, use de-escalation to prevent an attack or the need for force

• Suicide risks after guilty verdicts and felony sentencing

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  It's crucial that correctional staff can pinpoint potential triggers for suicidal behavior either during or following court proceedings

• Preparing your family for a critical incident: A checklist for first responders and their families

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  Proactive measures to navigate and support each other through challenging times

• Diverting inmate anger to avoid use of force

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  Take advantage of the moments before an inmate loses control when you have the opportunity to divert that rage

• Train to retain: Developing corrections staff

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  Good training helps with morale, boosts employee self-confidence, improves job performance and improves staff retention

• Field visit encounters: Identifying a 'stash house'

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  If an officer suspects that he or she has located a stash house with possible illegal activity while conducting a field visit, it is best to be as discrete as possible

• 23 wellness tips for corrections officers in 2023

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  It can be challenging for COs to set time aside to keep a healthy mind and body; here's our top 23 wellness tips for you to concentrate on this year

• 5 things to know about wellness rooms

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  Here's an overview of what a wellness room is, how your officers can benefit from using one and steps your agency can take to create its own relaxing space

• Not sleeping well? 5 mind-soothing ways for first responders to get better sleep

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  Not getting adequate rest can wreak havoc on your physical and mental health

• Beyond the body-worn camera: Incorporating digital evidence management systems into the corrections environment

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  Integrating BWC and facility video in a single system enhances safety, reduces liability, aids investigations, and makes documentation more accurate and efficient

• The role of PREA in correctional facilities

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  PREA regulations and resulting policies are extensive and can involve a lot of work. So, why should we go through all this trouble?

• Breaking down the correctional officer oath

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  Recommitting to our oath can help us stay stronger and healthier and survive this job long enough to retire in good physical and mental health

• Avoiding deliberate indifference in corrections

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  Are you familiar with your agency’s policies that give you the tools to aid or protect vulnerable inmates?

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