SOP 210.01: Inmate/Probation Boot Camp - General Policy

|GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
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|`Functional Area: `
`Facilities Division`|`Reference Number: `
`IIB12-0001`
`(210.01)`|`Revises`
`Previous`
`Effective Date:`
`3/01/2005`|
|`Subject:`
`Inmate/Probation Boot Camp`
`- General Policy`|||
|`Authority:`
`Bryson/Ward`|`Effective Date:`
`07/16/15`|`Page``1`` of`
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I. POLICY:

   A. Inmates/probationers accepted to participate in the 90
      day Boot Camp Program will be selected through a joint
      process involving the Department of Corrections and the
      Board of Pardons and Parole, for inmates, or the
      Department of Corrections and the Courts, for
      probationers.

   B. Strict military regimen, discipline and order shall be a
      key component of the program. Key elements in this
      emphasis are:

      1. Physical training utilizing approved guidelines

      2. Close order drill

      3. Emphasis on performing up to stringent standards
         regarding behavior, cleanliness, order and
         organization of possessions

   C. Boot Camps shall emphasize, particularly in the early
      phase of the program, an intense, confrontational style
      on the part of the correctional staff’s communication
      with inmates/probationers. Staff shall demand strict
      adherence to orders and directives. Training and guidance
      in the implementation of these methods shall be provided
      by the Department. Staff behavior and actions shall be
      guided by these training experiences. Certain staff
      actions are prohibited:

      1. There shall be no physical abuse of any
         inmate/probationer. Unnecessary physical contact

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         will be avoided. Use of force shall be guided by GDC
         - SOP IIB08-0001.

      2. No cursing or derogatory terms will be used.

      3. Inmates/probationers will not be assigned
         humiliating or pointless job assignments or tasks.

II. APPLICABILITY:

   Inmate and Probation Boot Camps.

III. RELATED DIRECTIVES:

   A. O.C.G.A. 42-2-11.

   B. Board Rules: 125-2-1-.01 (d).

   C. GDC - SOPs: IIA07-0002, IIA07-0003, IIB01-0018, IIB06      0001, and IIB12-0004.

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

IV. DEFINITIONS:

   NONE.

V. ATTACHMENTS:

   NONE.

VI. PROCEDURE:

   A. GOALS and OBJECTIVES:

      1. To protect the public.

      2. To provide a safe and secure environment for both
         GDC staff and the inmate/probationer.

      3. To correct the attitude and motivation of
         inmates/probationers through a regimen of hard work,

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      physical training, motivational and attitudinal
      training in a strict military environment.

   4. To positively impact upon immature, young adult
      inmates/probationers who have not developed self
      discipline, responsibility and a clear understanding
      of socially acceptable behavior.

   5. To provide symbolic restitution to the citizens of
      Georgia by means of community work projects and
      details performed by inmates/probationers.

   6. To provide for effective post-release supervision
      which reinforces a positive lifestyle and behaviors
      which are socially acceptable.

B. STAFF PERSONNEL STANDARDS: The following general
   standards will apply to all personnel assigned to a Boot
   Camp:

   1. All inmates/probationers will be treated in a humane
      manner.

   2. Physical abuse in any form is prohibited.

   3. Verbal harassment and interrogation as punishment is
      prohibited.

   4. Use of abusive language is prohibited.

   5. Staff shall not strike or lay hands upon an
      inmate/probationer except in self-defense, to
      prevent serious injury to another person or
      property, to quell a disturbance, or for the purpose
      of inspecting or searching an inmate/probationer, or
      giving military instruction. A Boot Camp officer may
      place hands on an inmate/probationer only when:

      a. Correcting an inmate’s/probationer’s position
         (drill, physical training).

      b. Correcting an arrangement of an
         inmate’s/probationer’s clothing or equipment.

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   c. Conducting an examination or inspection of the
      person, his clothing or equipment.

   d. Conducting a demonstration as part of
      authorized training.

   e. Protecting, avoiding or attending to an
      inmate/probationer who has suffered injury or
      harm.

   f. Applying restraints.

6. Staff shall always remain vigilant to detect and
   prevent breaches of security.

7. Staff shall not bring or permit others to bring
   contraband into the Boot Camp. Contraband shall be
   defined as anything not issued or authorized for use
   by inmates/probationers. SOP IIB06-0001, Inmate
   Personal Property Standards, provides general
   guidelines. SOP IIB12-0004 Inmate Rights and
   Standards, for Boot Camps, defines items explicitly
   authorized for Boot Camp inmates/probationers.

8. Staff shall not fraternize with inmates/probationers
   or their friends or relatives in any manner. Refer
   to SOP IIA07-0002, Contact or Business Dealings with
   Inmates.

9. Staff shall not give to or receive from any
   inmate/probationer anything in the nature of a gift,
   or in any manner, buy, sell, trade, or barter any
   article with an inmate/probationer. Refer to SOP
   Iia07-0002.

10. Staff shall not extend or promise an
   inmate/probationer any special privileges or favors
   not available to all inmates/probationers.

11. Staff shall always maintain a high standard of
   professional bearing and appearance. Refer to SOP
   IIA07-0003, Personal Appearance of Uniformed
   Personnel.

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12. Staff will not argue with inmates/probationers. When
   orders or instructions are given they are to be
   carried out to the fullest extent. Arguing or
   questioning by an inmate/probationer constitutes an
   offense which should be addressed by on the spot
   verbal correction or reprimand. Disputed or
   questioned authority will not be tolerated.

13. The following activities or ant variation thereof
   are strictly prohibited. No one will cause an
   inmate/probationer to:

   a. Assume unnatural positions such as wall bends,
      holding equipment overhead, etc.

   b. To perform physical exercise not authorized for
      training.

   c. March in a degrading fashion such as hands in
      pocket, covers backwards, etc.

   d. Perform exercises or activities to the point
      where life or health is endangered and illness
      or injury may be reasonably foreseen as a
      result.

   e. Enter areas of possible danger such as
      dangerous streams, steep banks or other area in
      which the well being or safety of the
      inmate/probationer may be jeopardized.

   f. Assault other inmates/probationers who enter
      their formation, dormitory, etc., participate
      in belt lines or blanket parties.

   g. Shave without soap and/or water.

   h. Bath in water which by the perpetrator’s design
      is uncomfortably hot or cold.

   i. Perform gross or degrading acts such as having
      the inmates/probationers washing their hands in
      urinals or commodes.

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      j. Not given a sufficient amount of time to eat,
         for instance, Eating Duck after sitting down to
         eat inmates/probationers given 15 seconds to
         eat and they are finished.

   14. NO ONE SHALL CAUSE AN INMATE/PROBATIONER TO CONSUME:

      a. Paper or other foreign matter not commonly used
         as food for human consumption.

      b. Food or beverage in excess of human needs.

      c. Foods such as spices or hot sauce in amounts
         not normally consumed or by methods not
         normally employed by average individuals.

C. ORGANIZATION AND STAFF RELATIONS: The
   Warden/Superintendent of the facility has responsibility
   over all phases of the operation of the Boot Camp. Due to
   the specialized nature of the Boot Camp, it is necessary
   that it be carefully staffed and supervised with
   personnel trained in techniques of control, management
   and rehabilitation of inmates/probationers. Successful
   operation of the Boot Camp depends upon understanding the
   basic program objectives and compliance with all related
   policies, procedures and standards. All staff must
   demonstrate constant alertness, a high degree of order
   and bearing, initiative, personal integrity, common sense
   and mature judgement.

   1. Inmate Boot Camp Manager: The Warden shall appoint a
      Unit Manager to be in charge of the Inmate Boot
      Camp. The Unit Manager shall report through the
      chain-of-command to the Warden and shall coordinate
      all day-to-day activities of the Inmate Boot Camp.

      a. The Unit Manager shall provide liaison and
         coordination for other staff specialists who
         are involved with and support the Inmate Boot
         Camp.

      b. The Unit Manager shall accomplish all other
         duties that may be assigned by the Warden and

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      shall not normally be assigned other duties
      within the facility, except in special
      situations.

2. Correctional Officers: Correctional officers
   assigned to Boot Camps shall perform all tasks
   assigned. Correctional officers are responsible for
   the control, accountability, training and welfare of
   all inmates/probationers.

   a. Supervises and controls all
      inmates/probationers.

   b. Dispatch work details.

   c. Supervise, monitor or escort work details.

   d. Conduct physical training and close order
      drill.

   e. Supervise the daily routine in accordance with
      the schedule of the day.

   f. Conduct and verify counts.

   g. Supervise all facility activities.

   h. Enforce all orders, rules, policies and
      procedures.

   i. Make security/safety/sanitation inspections
      (SOP IIB01-0018).

3. Counselors: Assigned counselors will coordinate
   their duties with the Senior Boot Camp Counselor who
   will coordinate with the Chief Counselor of the host
   facility or the Warden/Superintendent in stand alone
   facilities. The Senior Boot Camp Counselor is
   directly responsible to the Warden/Superintendent
   (Probation Boot Camps) or the Unit Manager (Inmate
   Boot Camps) for all day-to-day counseling and
   educational activities. Counseling duties will
   include, but not be limited to, individual and group
   counseling, establishing and maintaining liaison

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      with other support components of the facility, such
      as medical services and chaplaincy; and providing
      general coordination for the development of daily
      schedules.

D. TRAINING AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT: The Warden/Superintendent
   shall identify and select a cadre of correctional
   officers and counseling staff to assume duties within the
   Boot Camp.

   1. Pre-service: A pre-service training program will be
      conducted for all security and care/treatment staff
      personnel assigned to the Boot Camp. At a minimum,
      any correctional officer assigned to a boot camp
      should receive an orientation and an introduction to
      boot camp procedures from the senior drill
      instructor utilizing a lesson plan prepared and
      approved by the Georgia Correctional Training
      Academy Public Safety Training Instructor
      responsible for boot camp training. Assigned
      officers will be required to attend a boot camp
      orientation training program when available.

   2. In-Service: Consistent with the requirements and
      learning objectives of the pre-service training
      program, all staff personnel shall be required to
      participate in in-service training to reinforce and
      update their skills and knowledge for the duration
      of their assignment to the Boot Camp.

E. Other SOPs in the IIE series are intended for Probation
   Detention Centers, and in many cases, Probation Boot
   Camp. Additionally, other SOPs in the IIE series are
   applicable to the Boot Camp setting. The reader should
   always check the Applicability section of individual
   SOP’s to determine its reference to Boot Camp operations.