SOP 210.04 (IIB12-0004): Inmate/Probation Boot Camp – Rights and Standards

|GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
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|`Functional Area: `
`Facilities Operations`|`Reference Number: `
`IIB12-0004`
`(210.04)`|`Revises`
`Previous`
`Effective Date:`
`3/01/2005`|
|`Subject:`
`Inmate/Probation Boot Camp`
`– Rights and Standards`|||
|`Authority:`
`Bryson/Ward`|`Effective Date:`
`07/16/15`|`Page``1`` of`
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I. POLICY:

   The establishment and operation of Boot Camps is intended to
   correct and motivate immature, young adult offenders through a
   strict military-style environment. To instill a high degree of
   self-discipline, responsibility and respect, consistent rights
   and standards shall be applied to inmates/probationers
   participating in the program.

II. APPLICABILITY:

   All Boot Camps.

III. RELATED DIRECTIVES:

   A. GDC-BR&R: 125-2-1-.01(d) and 125-3-3-.04(1).

   B. GDC Sops: IIB01-0005, IIB02-0001, IIB06-0001, IIB06-0002,
      IIC03-0002, IVA01-0002, IVA01-0005, VD01-0015, VH30-0003.

   C. ACA Standards: 3-4223, 3-4226, 3-4232, 3-4235 and 3-4236.

   D. U.S. Army Regulations 21-20, Physical Fitness, U.S. Army
      Regulations 22-5, Drills and Ceremony.

IV. DEFINITIONS:

   NONE.

V. ATTACHMENTS:

   NONE.

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VI. PROCEDURE:

Inmates/probationers shall only be permitted to keep personal
property brought into the boot camp facility that is specified
in section VI.A.2. of this SOP. Probationer’s personal
property may be inventoried and maintained at the probation
facility. All inmate/probationer personal property shall be
inventoried and unauthorized items shall be mailed home at the
inmate’s/probationer’s expense or otherwise disposed of by the
inmate/probationer within a thirty (30) day period.

A. Issue and Personal Property: Inmates/probationers shall
   be restricted to the following items and personal
   possessions.

NOTE: For Probation B.C.s see approved property list on
Attachment four (4) of GDC-SOP IIB12-0003.

   1. State Issued Clothing Items and Quantities:

   Item and Quantity

   Pants – 5 pairs (3 pairs for Probation Boot Camps)

      Shirts – 5 each (seasonal) (3 pairs for Probation
      Boot Camps)

      Shoes – 1 pair

      Socks – 3 pairs

      Undershirts (white) – 3 each

      Undershorts (white) – 3 each

      Belt – 1 each

      Jacket (seasonal) – 1 each

      Hat – 1 each

      Thermal underwear (seasonal) – 1 set (Inmate Boot
      Camps only)

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   Sweatshirt (seasonal) – 1 each

   Gloves – 1 pair (Inmate Boot Camps only)

   Face Towel – 2 each

   Towel – 2 each

   Razor – 1 each

   Toothbrush – 1 each

   Other consumable hygiene items – per applicable Care
   & Custody SOPs: IVA01-0002 or IVA01-0005.

2. Allowable Personal Property Items (SOP IIC03-0002,
   “Diagnostic reception, Orientation and Processing”):

   a. Postage Stamps, up to equivalent of one book of
      20 stamps.

   b. Funds, which shall be placed and maintained in
      the inmate’s account.

   c. Such items that are medically required and
      approved by staff personnel.

   d. Legal materials, limited to quantity to fire,
      sanitation, security and housekeeping
      conditions.

   e. Bible, Koran or other book of sacred teachings
      of a recognized religion, limited in value to
      $30.00.

   f. Any reading material obtained through
      participation in the education programs and
      support groups offered at the boot camp.

   g. Reading material checked out of the
      inmate/probationer library in accordance with
      the operating rules of the facility’s library.

   h. Prescription eyeglasses.

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      i. One religious medal (none homemade), with a
         value not to exceed $100.00 (Inmate Boot Camps
         only).

      j. Correspondence (5 each).

      k. Family photographs (4 each, properly attired,
         no polaroids with hollow backs) Inmate Boot
         Camps only).

   3. Commissary store items, limited to personal hygiene
      items in an amount not to exceed $12.00 in value and
      limited in quantity to fire, sanitation, security
      and housekeeping conditions.

      a. Shower shoes (Inmate Boot Camps only).

B. Contraband: Contraband is any article not authorized to
   be in possession of an inmate/probationer. (SOP IIB06   0002, “Management of Inmate Property or Contraband”).

C. Searches: Inmates/probationers shall be informed that
   their persons, quarters and work areas are subject to
   search at any time. Unscheduled searches of
   inmates/probationers, bedding, lockers, work areas,
   dayrooms, study areas and latrine areas are in the best
   interest of good order and discipline. Searches must
   always be conducted in a professional and respectful
   manner. Refer to SOP IIB06-0001, “Inmate Personal
   Property Standards”, SOP IB06-0002 “Management of Inmate
   Property or Contraband”, IIB01-0013, “Searches, Security
   Inspections and Use of Permanent Logs” and for Probation
   Boot Camps SOP IIE07-0003, “Detainee Property and
   Contraband”.

D. Inspections: Numerous daily inspections of quarters,
   grounds and inmates/probationers will be conducted by
   staff. Thorough and complete inspections can compliment
   efforts toward instilling a high degree of self
   discipline and responsibility in inmates/probationers.
   Inspections should always be conducted in a professional
   and respectful manner.

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E. Physical Training: Inmates/probationers will participate
   in physical training on a daily basis. Physical training
   and exercise will be led by staff that will perform the
   same physical exercise as the inmates/probationers.
   Inmates/probationers shall be closely monitored for
   fatigue and other physical difficulties. Physical
   training will be conducted in accordance with U.S. Army
   Regulations 21020, Physical Fitness.

   1. Prior to participation in any form of strenuous
      activity, including physical training,
      inmates/probationers will be medically examined and
      cleared.

   2. Weather and other conditions permitting, physical
      training shall be conducted once per day. Depending
      on facility work schedules, program schedules, etc.
      This should not interfere with other program
      activities.

F. Incentive Physical Training: Incentive physical training
   (IPT) may be used as an authorized technique for training
   staff members to motivate and instill discipline in
   inmates/probationers. In addition, IPT can be used to
   assist in correcting minor inmate/probationer infractions
   which may have been caused through ignorance or design.
   Serious disciplinary infractions will be referred to the
   disciplinary hearing officer in accordance with
   established procedures. Only staff members who have
   successfully completed an orientation on IPT by a staff
   member approved by the Warden/Superintendent, or the
   Senior Drill Instructor Course will be authorized to
   assign IPT to inmates/probationers. Only designated
   officers will act as demonstrators when explaining and
   instructing proper execution of incentive physical
   training exercises. Inmates/probationers will not be used
   as demonstrators.

   1. Incentive physical training may be utilized when
      inmates/probationers are found in minor violation of
      boot camp procedure. The following list is not
      intended to be all inclusive, but only as an example
      of more common violations of regulations:

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   a. Lack of bearing.

   b. Lack of self-discipline.

   c. Uniform worn incorrectly.

   d. Out of uniform.

   e. Dirty, unorganized locker.

   f. Boots not shined.

   g. No shave.

   h. Gear left adrift.

   i. Rack not made properly.

   j. Drill movement not performed properly or to
      satisfaction.

   k. Dormitory or cell dirty.

   l. Does not respond to orders or directives in a
      timely manner.

2. Restrictions:

   a. IPT may be assigned to an individual or to a
      group of individuals collectively.

   b. IPT may be administered after the
      inmate/probationer has passed their medical
      examination: been allowed one night’s rest to
      recover from any inoculations the
      inmate/probationer has received.

   c. IPT must be personally supervised by an
      individual who is authorized to assign the same
      and must not exceed the repetitions as set
      forth in this procedure.

   d. IPT should not interfere with other scheduled
      programming. Inmates/probationers should not be

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   taken out of instruction for the purpose of
   performing IPT.

e. Under no circumstances will
   inmates/probationers be pushed beyond their
   physical capabilities.

f. IPT will not be performed under any of the
   following conditions:

   1) While an inmate/probationer is in a
      medically restricted status. If an
      inmate/probationer is in possession of a
      legitimate medical lay-in or light duty
      pass which restricts his physical
      activity, he will not be required to
      perform any type IPT.

   2) While on work detail in public view.

   3) Fifteen (15) minutes prior to meals or
      thirty (30) minutes following the
      completion of meals.

   4) In closet, heads, offices or passageways.

   5) In any location or environment which is
      unsafe and could possibly cause an
      inmate/probationer to be injured.

   6) In muddy or watered down areas or on
      terrain that is itself hazardous for
      training (gravel, steep hills, heavy
      brush).

   7) When hot or cold conditions preclude work.

   8) From after evening showers until scheduled
      reveille the following morning.

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g. IPT may be given in the dormitory and will be
   administered in an area where the exercise can
   be performed safely.

h. Authorized Techniques: The only types of
   activities authorized to be employed for IPT
   purposes are the physical exercises listed
   below. The maximum number of repetitions
   authorized to the assigned
   inmate(s)/probationer(s), according to the time
   in the system, will not exceed the following:

|PHYSICAL EXERCISES|DIAGNOSTICS -
DAY 44|45-90 +|
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|`Pushups 4 Count`|15|25 reps|
|`Side Straddle Hops 4 Count`|20|40 reps|
|`Running in Place`|30 seconds|1 minute|
|`Flutter Kick 4 Count`|15|25 reps|
|`Squat bender 4 Count`|15|25 reps|
|`Bend and Reach 4 Count`|15|25 reps|

       i. THE REPETITIONS LISTED ABOVE ARE THE MAXIMUMS
          AUTHORIZED AND WILL NOT BE EXCEEDED.

 G. Close Order Drill: Close Order Drill is very useful in
    teaching individuals the martial values of discipline,
    military bearing, response to commands, and gaining
    respect and confidence in one’s self and the staff
    conducting the drill. When conducted by a strong leader
    with enthusiasm and expertise, it instills esprit,
    confidence and a sense of pride to the members of the
    formation. Carefully monitored, it offers an excellent
    indication of an inmate’s/probationer’s ability and /or
    willingness to follow instructions and perform as a team

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   member. Close Order Drill will be conducted in accordance
   with U.S. Army Regulations 22-5, Drills and Ceremony.

H. Extra Instruction: If an inmate/probationer is not
   satisfactorily performing in a phase of training, extra
   instruction may be required. The inmate/probationer may
   be required to practice those subjects in which he may be
   deficient until proficiency improves to an acceptable
   level. The inmate/probationer may be required to practice
   close order drill often, care for and clean clothing and
   equipment, or practice other skills that are necessary
   for him to progress from one phase to another.
   Inmates/probationers performing unsatisfactorily in
   physical training activities may be ordered to do
   remedial physical training consistent with exercises
   prescribed in U.S. Army Regulations 21-20, Physical
   Fitness.

I. Other Limitations: The actions outlined above are the
   only actions that are authorized as corrective/remedial
   measures outside of the disciplinary process and the
   sanctions that it provides. The loss of privileges
   extended to inmates/probationers can only be a result of
   a guilty finding in the formal disciplinary process.

J. Mail: Inmates/probationers shall be permitted to mail and
   receive only letters and legal materials.

   1. The receipt of packages, including Christmas
      packages, is prohibited.

   2. Except for those reading materials provided to
      inmates/probationers by the boot camp facility, the
      receipt of books, magazines and newspapers through
      the mail is prohibited.

K. Visitation: Inmates/probationers shall not be permitted
   visitation during any phase of the program.

   1. Visits by Attorneys of Record: An attorney must
      contact the Warden’s office prior to visiting a boot
      camp inmate/probationer.

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   2. Emergency: The Superintendent may grant a visit in
      the event of a verified emergency such as death in
      the family.

L. Meals: Inmates/probationers will inspect their areas for
   neatnesss ten minutes prior to meal formation.
   Inmates/probationers will fall into a formation and march
   to the dining hall area. A head count will be taken at
   the meal formation.

   1. Inmates/probationers shall be fed three meals per
      day except on weekends and holidays when two meals
      will be served.

   2. Boot Camp inmates/probationers shall be fed
      separately from the general population.

   3. Boot Camp inmates/probationers maintained at the
      facility and not on outside details will be fed
      pack-out meals at noon.

   4. Inmates/probationers shall march to and from the
      dining area in a military formation.

   5. Inmates/probationers shall process through the
      feeding line in a military manner in a single file
      column.

   6. Inmate/probationers will maintain silence while
      moving through the meal line.

   7. Once an inmate/probationer has proceeded to the
      table specified by staff personnel, he will place
      his tray and utensils on the table and remain
      standing at attention. Upon command, the table may
      be seated and begin eating their meals.

   8. If an inmate/probationer desires to leave his seat,
      he will raise his hand for acknowledgement from a
      staff member.

   9. Inmates/probationers will not converse at their
      table while seated in the dining hall.

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   10. On command, inmates/probationers will take their
      trays to the skullery, police the seating area and
      fall into formation outside of the dining area.

M. Commissary: items permitted to be purchased are personal
   hygiene items not issued by the State. Commissary
   purchases shall not exceed $12.00 a week. The following
   list identifies authorized items:

   1. Deodorants: Non-Flammable (no aerosols).

   2. Writing Materials: Clip-type pens (non-retractable)
      (Inmate Boot Camps only).

      a. Note book paper.

      b. Pencils.

      c. Plain Envelopes.

      d. Writing Tablets.

      e. Legal pads.

      f. Postage stamps (not to exceed one book of 20
         stamps).

   3. Toiletry Items:

      a. Baby oil.

      b. Baby lotion.

      c. Hand lotion.

      d. Petroleum jelly.

      e. Sun tan lotion/Sun block (non-toxic).

   4. Powders:

      a. Shaving soap.

      b. Shaving cream (non-aerosol).

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      c. Bath powder.

      d. Baby powder.

      e. Shaving powder.

   5. Shampoo: Non-alcoholic type.

   6. Miscellaneous:

      a. Shoe polish.

      b. Shower shoes (Inmate Boot Camps only).

      c. Soapdish.

      d. Toothbrush holder.

N. Use of Telephones: Inmates/probationers in Boot Camps
   shall not be granted telephone calls except in the
   following circumstances:

   1. Emergencies (death in family, illness, release plan
      problems, etc.).

   2. Calls to verifiable Attorney of Record.

   3. To arrange discharge transportation.

O. Sick Call: SOP VH30-0003, “Sick Call” and established
   daily procedures of the host facility shall be
   applicable.

P. Disciplinary Procedures: (this shall apply to both
   Inmates and Probationers) Disciplinary reports will be
   processed in accordance with GDC SOP IIB02-0001, “Inmate
   Discipline” and for probationers IIE03-0001.

Q. Chaplain and Religious Programs: Inmates/probationers
   will be afforded an opportunity to attend church services
   and to have access to the Chaplain for religious programs
   and counseling according to the schedule of the host
   facility.

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R. Access to Television: Inmates/probationers participating
   in the inmate boot camp program will not be afforded
   television time. Access to news and world affairs will be
   accommodated through newspapers and magazines provided by
   the facility. Selected news and/or PBS programming may be
   video taped and shown to the inmates/probationers as part
   of the counseling/education program.

S. Safety and Sanitation: Supervision by staff personnel
   must be continuous in order to maintain high standards of
   safety and cleanliness. Inmates/probationers must be
   informed of their responsibilities to maintain the
   facility in a neat and clean manner at all times.
   Insuring that safety precautions are observed and
   maintaining the health and safety of inmates/probationers
   is a major responsibility of all staff.

T. Schedule of Daily Activities: The following daily
   schedule is offered only for the purpose of illustrating
   a typical day of an inmate/probationer participating in
   the boot camp program. Variations will exist due to
   operational and programmatic requirements.

   1. Typical Weekday Schedule of Daily Activities:

   Hours and Activity

      a. 0500 Count

      b. 0530 Wake-up

      c. 0530-600 Building and Quarters clean-up,
         Standby Inspection, Outside of Quarters
         Cleanup, Sick Call, Count

      d. 0600-0700 Physical training

      e. 0700-0800 Breakfast, Quarters Inspection,
         Laundry turn-in, Mail pick up

      f. 0800 Work call

      g. 1130 Return to Quarters, Prepare for lunch

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   h. 1200 Count

   i. 1215-1300 Lunch

   j. 1300-1640 Work call/Program call

   k. (1400-1500) Commissary call (Friday only)

   l. 1640-1700 Return to Quarters, Police grounds,
      Mail call, Building and Quarters Clean-up

   m. 1700 Count

   n. 1715-1800 Dinner. Police grounds

   o. 1820-2130 Program call, Religious services,
      Counseling, Life Skills Group, Programs

   p. 2130-2200 Return to Quarters

   q. 2200 Lights Out

   r. 2400 Count

2. Typical Weekend Schedule of Daily Activities

Hours and Activity

   a. 0530 Count

   b. 0530-0600 Wake Up

   c. 0600-0700 Physical Training

   d. 0700-0730 Building and Quarters Clean-up,
      Outside or quarters Clean-up, Standby
      Inspection, Count, Prepare for Breakfast

   e. 0730-0830 Breakfast

   f. 0830 Count

   g. 0830-1000 Program call

   h. 1000-1130 Program call

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      i. 1200 Count

      j. 1200-1245 Lunch

      k. 1245-1530 Physical Training

      l. 1530-1630 Quarters Time

      m. 1630-1715 Dinner

      n. 1715 Count

      o. 1730-2200 Quarters time

      p. 2200 Lights Out

      q. 2400 Count

U. Access to Courts: Inmates/probationers assigned to a
   prison boot camp program shall be provided the same
   access to courts and reference library services as
   general population inmates/probationers in accordance
   with SOP IIA14-0001 “Access to Courts”.