Corrections Training
Corrections training is essential for equipping staff with the skills and knowledge to manage inmates effectively and maintain facility security. This directory offers articles on various training programs, techniques, and best practices within the correctional system. Proper corrections training ensures that officers are prepared to handle the challenges of their roles, promoting safety and professionalism. Explore our section on additional career development resources.
“With VirTra simulators, we can swiftly and securely recreate dynamic force encounters,” said Von Kliem, Chief Consulting and Communications Officer at Force Science
With over 20 years of experience spanning across five prisons, author Anthony Gangi knows the complexity of navigating a career behind the walls
The exercise scenarios at Bland Correctional Center included a large inmate disturbance with injuries, a hostage situation, an intentional fire and a multi-inmate escape
At least a dozen officers attempted to subdue Austin Allen
A hoax anthrax letter can cost millions of dollars in emergency response and cast doubt on security measures in prison mailrooms
The inmate broke a pipe off the wall and used it as a weapon
What an informal survey tells us about correctional officer corruption, inmate violence, solitary confinement and contraband
The inmate was recently sentenced to life in prison
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Anthony Gangi and author Gary York discuss complacency, liability and accountability
Non-conventional work hours are detrimental to our short and long term health, but you can minimize the damage
Caseworkers meet with homeless inmates and connect them to apartments, medical care and jobs immediately upon release in an effort to keep them from coming back
The 24-year veteran CO is survived by his wife and child
Don’t ever think you’ll never fall victim to manipulation - that only makes you vulnerable
Wesley Correa-Carmenaty was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the death of Deputy Mark Burbridge
Prosecutors are weighing criminal charges against some of Sheriff David Clarke’s staff when Terrill Thomas was held from April 17 until his death on April 24, 2016
The settlement doesn’t resolve any potential claims that inmates may have over alleged abuse, nor does it include any admission of wrongdoing by prison officials
The state is facing the prospect of millions of dollars in fines over its failure to carry out reforms of its medical system
A judge agreed to the state’s plan to temporarily move the 1,037 prisoners to other cooler lockups
A judge acknowledged that it was the hottest time of the year and said he’d use the hearing to determine a timetable for improving the situation
Ongoing exposure to trauma can often affect a person’s ability to function both in their personal and professional life
Rep. Antonio Maestas said there was no evidence that the states with death penalty see fewer attacks on LE or children than those states without it
“Downing a duck” is a technique that inmates use to create leverage and eventually corrupt staff
Under the new approach, rookie officers will begin their basic training during their second week on the job
Officials said the incident was brought “to conclusion” before there was any act of violence
Former Sheriff Joe Arpaio was convicted of a criminal charge for refusing to stop traffic patrols that targeted immigrants
A judge has rescinded his program that would reduce inmates’ jail time if they voluntarily underwent birth control procedures
Here’s how to ensure civilians don’t become a safety risk at your correctional facility
After the officer gets up and goes into a nearby jail cell, Damian Herrera is seen closing the cell door behind the CO, locking him inside
Follow the advice in these five quotes to enhance leadership of your troops and improve efficiency in your facility
To be a leader, you must have an arsenal of knowledge, integrity, loyalty and team management skills readily available
The plaintiffs say information about executions has historically been open to the public
The professors called the record on the sedative midazolam “profoundly troubling” and said it’s “unsuitable” as an execution drug
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