Facility Design and Operation
Facility Design and Operation are fundamental to correctional facilities’ safety, efficiency, and effectiveness. This directory provides articles and resources on best practices in facility layout, construction, and daily operations. Proper design and operation not only enhance security but also improve the working environment for staff and living conditions for inmates. For more on maintaining optimal facility standards, explore our section on Correctional Facility Maintenance.
Summer heat poses a major safety risk for correctional facilities nationwide
Organizations and citizens have a “shared responsibility” to defend their data, computer hardware and software systems from ransomware attacks
The bill, introduced by a retired state corrections officer, now goes to the governor for signing
Wants to build a new prison for high-value former CIA detainees after President Barack Obama leaves office
Accpeted a proposal to update the fire suppression and alarm systems at the jail for $8,675.91
Assistant Iowa Corrections Director Fred Scaletta said there is no timetable for when inmates will occupy their new cells
Carla Sledge, Steven Collins and Anthony Parlovecchio are all accused of conspiracy, fraud and giving false statements
Howard Costello of Stillwater started his career in 1949 as a state parole and probation agent
Staff hope new jail will relieve overcrowding, violent confrontations
Navy is trying for third time to breathe life back to life the fortress-like structure that needs millions of dollars of repairs
Tndictments indicate that they were untruthful or misleading with county commission and building Authority about financial status of county’s failed jail project
Drew in 80,000 visitors last year alone
Sheriff has concerns about mold problems
The Midland County Jail in Michigan is receiving national recognition for its training, operations and maintenance programs
DOC has determined that more security staff is needed for effective security, custody, control and care of inmates
Considering adding a work release program or adding funds to a program that helps indigent inmates pay for fees like GPS ankle bracelets
Suits say underfunding, overcrowding raise danger for officers and inmates
Will offer access to improved education services, drug rehab, and individual showers
Man became trapped for over a day when he went into the wrong visitor’s room
The state of Connecticut has sold the historic former Litchfield County jail to a real estate investor for $130,000
The Saline County Commission has voted to put the 15-year, half-cent sales tax on the November ballot
Current facility could either be expanded to the tune of $197 million, or a new facility could be constructed for $202 million
The Arkansas DOC is looking to build a new $100 million facility to house 1,000 maximum security inmates, and Polk County is considering throwing their hat into the ring
OSHA started probing conditions in the jail complex in February
Officers want local residents to contact the state Department of Corrections about what they call dangerous cuts at prisons
Prisons Director Gary Mohr said that his agency accepts shared responsibility with meal contractor Aramark Correctional Services for conditions that have spawned maggots
If the panel fails during an emergency, it could make it difficult to evacuate the jail
Department of Correction spokesman John Painter said the range before renovations was insufficient for the department’s needs
Attention to sanitation appears to be lacking, Aramark employees lack sufficient security training and low wages lead to temptation to smuggle in contraband
Expansion would allow jail to hold more inmates from both another county and accept federal inmates
Biggest upgrade is replacement of 39 rooftop heating, ventilation and air-conditioning units with energy-efficient models
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