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These training scenarios are intended to draw the reader into the discussion and create a repository of differing viewpoints on a single subject. These scenarios are intended for training purposes only. Though the scenarios are drawn from real-world incidents, no one scenario talks about a specific person or place. If you have questions or ideas for a training scenario, email editor@correctionsone.com.
In this scenario, a sergeant explains to an officer that, in order to get a little, one must give a little
The officer left his post unsecured in order to assist another officer being attacked by an inmate
A pregnant inmate poses a threat to herself and others; how should the warden create policy that allows officers to use force, but also protects the unborn child?
An officer refuses an order to respond to a situation, saying it would have forced him to leave his post unmanned. Was he right, or should he have followed orders?
Is the answer a flat-out “no” or does it depend on the situation?
In this scenario, a training recruit asks if it's possible to be "creative" with policy in order to lessen predictability
An officer with too much on his plate knows he will be disciplined if he doesn't report his tours correctly. What would you do in this situation?
Should an officer be punished for doing what comes naturally when seeing someone in peril of death?
In this scenario, an inmate helps an officer who has seemingly lost his keys — what should be the reply?
An officer is looking to switch facilities and received an offer to transfer to a female facility. Should he do it?
One inmate has figured out how he can somewhat control where he is housed; how would you handle this scenario before his behavior spreads and affects all inmates in the facility?
In this scenario, an inmate who needs to be strip searched is incapacitated enough that he cannot remove his own clothes
How would you feel if you were placed into a bid that required you to be alone all shift with an inmate of the opposite sex? Would you remove yourself from the bid, or would you remain in the bid a...
Dr. Klein is in a bit of a dilemma. Should he report what inmate White said to custody (violate confidentiality) and should custody charge inmate White with a threat?
Every day, Officer Johnson argues with the classification department. He tells them that custody is the backbone of corrections and holds the greatest responsibilities when it comes to inmates’ saf...
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