Officer Safety
Officer Safety is a critical concern within correctional facilities, focusing on protecting staff from physical harm and ensuring a secure working environment. This directory provides articles and resources on best practices, training, and equipment that enhance the safety of correctional officers. Understanding the importance of officer safety helps develop strategies to mitigate risks and respond effectively to threats. For further insights, explore our section on Defensive Tactics.
By providing too many privileges to its max-security inmates, Ohio is both undercutting its reformatory mission and putting the safety of everyone behind the wall at risk
Kelly Boswell intervened “without hesitation” when an inmate assaulted 2 COs in an escape attempt, the sheriff’s office said
“Plaintiff may be a disruptive and volatile inmate, but his behavioral issues do not excuse or permit the violation of his due process rights,” the judge said
The attack left Dade Correctional Institution Officer Raj Mitchell with multiple stab wounds and led to new charges, including attempted first-degree murder, against the inmate
A review of major incidents shows how weapons bypass searches and why vigilance during intake, movement and programs remains critical
How proactive scheduling, clear decision protocols and better cost tracking help corrections leaders reduce overtime and stabilize operations
River North Correctional Center Officer Jeremy Lewis Hall was killed in the attack
The Bibb County jail has recorded over 80 inmate-on-inmate assaults annually since 2023, up from just 16 in 2020
One corrections officer was permanently blinded after being stabbed with a piece of steel in 2020 at USP Allenwood
Emotional intelligence helps correctional officers stay sharp, think clearly and recover stronger after the toughest shifts
Two corrections officers at CSP-Sacramento were hospitalized in fair condition after an inmate attacked them while being escorted for a cell search
James Ortley got within feet of a public elevator in the Hennepin County jail before being restrained and tased by deputies
This conversation explores career lessons, the importance of integrity and how the next generation can prepare for the challenges ahead
Unplanned extraditions can unravel even the most efficient operation — a structured readiness plan keeps transports safe, predictable and under control
A simple psychological law from the 1950s still shapes how officers think, react and perform in critical moments
Melvin Bishop admitted to chasing and tearing at a woman’s clothing during a medical exam at Atlantic County Jail
Police, firefighters, EMS providers and other public safety workers often pursue relatively risky pastimes that can impact their work as well as their families
The L.A. County Sheriff’s Department has purchased 4,641 BWCs for deputies to wear in the facilities, which have seen a spike in inmate deaths in 2025
The sheriff says the Pima County corrections officer discharged her firearm during a struggle at Banner University Medical Center South
There are many reasons why inmates ask questions of COs; remaining in control of how and when you respond is the key to success
Police say a concealed .22-caliber revolver was fired during the trip, prompting new screening protocols for incoming inmates
Turning complex data into actionable strategies for staff, inmates and facilities
Physical design flaws, staffing shortages and complacency all create unseen risks in correctional facilities — but proactive supervision can help eliminate blind spots
A HAZMAT team responded after the Wallkill inmate was found unresponsive on a bathroom floor and two officers became sick during the incident
The Attorney General charged Garrett Smead with indecent assault, unlawful restraint and indecent exposure
If realized, the numbers would near or surpass Corrections’ 16-year record, further straining the General Fund as prisons consume a growing share of the budget
The CO was monitoring inmates leaving the mess hall when an inmate walked past him, doubled back and hit him in the stomach with a makeshift weapon
How lessons from COVID-19 are shaping the next evolution in PPE for law enforcement, fire, EMS and corrections
Plastic fans, lighter padlocks and revamped mail processing are among measures aimed at limiting weapons and contraband