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.
Elderly inmates pose some special challenges in corrections, including safety issues as well as the physical and mental problems associated with age
“This program is more than financial assistance; it’s a bridge to a brighter future for the families of those who’ve dedicated their lives to our safety,” Representative Matt Gress stated
“Lieutenants have gone through jailer school, all jail protocols have been reinforced, reemphasizing training in policy and inmate movement,” Bibb County Sheriff David Davis said
Inmate transport is the weakest link in our inmate chain of custody, so correctional facilities must provide the training and tools necessary for safe transport
The right mix of technology, training, situational awareness and effective oversight can minimize both physical and liability risks
Understaffed and outnumbered, correctional officers manage inmates through the power of influence, respect and effective communication
Here’s how you can recognize and stop inmate manipulation
Why trading finger-pointing for constructive response keeps officers resilient and maintains morale
From dealing with hostile co-workers to avoiding manipulative inmates, new correctional officers face many challenges during their first few months on the job
The recognition goes a long way toward making staff feel appreciated
The year-long program teaches coding, accountability and teamwork to prepare inmates for the workforce
Here are some tips you should take with you when doing a cell extraction
The first day is never easy. Here are some tips to get you through it
Follow these steps to ensure you provide an engaging learning experience for your students
There are many ways to develop expertise in a specialty field within corrections
There are some key steps correctional officers can take to prepare for a safe and effective response to a prison escape
Complacency results when you make assumptions that are corrosive to the safety and security of your institution
Handcuffed suspects and inmates can still be a deadly threat to officers, whether on the street, in a jail or in prison
Reports have a far longer life than the shift, the month or even the year in which they are written
Knowing your facility’s policy will help keep you confident and competent in your decisions and actions
Researchers aim to identify the critical skills required for public safety professionals to succeed in a leadership role
We must resist the temptation to let our guard down based upon someone’s custody level, job assignment or even their behavior while incarcerated
One of the best ways to bolster your career longevity in corrections is to remove your ego from the duties you carry out
Ask them and prepare for astounding results
Here’s how to avoid falling into this trap
If suicide prevention is to be accepted as a part of our culture, it has to start at the beginning of an officer’s career
Home visits are fluid, so officers need to be able to adapt and quickly shift gears to prioritize their safety
The correctional officers assigned to monitor Jeffrey Epstein were working in an understaffed facility that put them and the inmates at risk of harm
While the inmates in our care have been legitimately deprived of liberty, they still have certain constitutional rights
Anthony Gangi discusses the dangers of complacency
If we can predict that some staff may fall victim to manipulation or corruption, then we can put measures in place to help to prevent it
Deploying multiple skills at the same time helps correctional professionals be more effective in an ever-changing environment
