[ { "sop_number": "409.01.01", "title": "Authority and Responsibility", "division": "Executive Division - Georgia Correctional Industries", "effective_date": "2020-12-14", "summary": "This policy establishes the division of responsibilities between Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) staff and institutional correctional staff at GCI plants and facilities. GCI staff are responsible for plant operations and offender training, while the institution maintains security, monitors safety and sanitation practices, and conducts regular compliance inspections. The policy requires senior GCI employees to participate in institutional staff meetings, report discrepancies through the chain of command, and share discipline responsibilities with correctional officers.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.01.01/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.01", "title": "Inmate Recruitment-Reassignment", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for evaluating the work performance of inmates employed by Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) and for reassigning inmates based on performance evaluations. Production managers must ensure supervisors conduct written performance evaluations using a standardized form, with copies placed in inmate files. Inmates separated from GCI work due to performance issues are referred to the classification committee for reassignment to other duties.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.01/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.02", "title": "Inmate Safety Rules and Training", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy requires Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) to provide safety rules, regulations, and training to all inmate employees at GCI plants, facilities, and construction sites. Inmates must receive written safety rules upon assignment, managers must review these rules during safety orientation and post them in accessible areas, and inmates must sign a certification form acknowledging receipt of safety instructions. The safety rules cover general safety, fire safety, work areas, tools and equipment, material handling and chemicals, and personal hygiene.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.02/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.03", "title": "Inmate Staffing Pattern", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for maintaining inmate staffing patterns at Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) production facilities. It requires that all inmate positions needed to operate each plant be identified and assigned position numbers, with job descriptions maintained by Division and Production Managers and shared with institutional staff. The policy ensures that when positions become vacant, appropriate replacement inmates are selected and assigned through a coordinated process involving operations, counseling, and diagnostic staff.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.03/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.04", "title": "Inmate Job Posting", "division": "Previous", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.04/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.05", "title": "Inmate Job Descriptions", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy requires Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) facilities to maintain written job descriptions for all inmate work positions. When new manufacturing facilities are established, Operations Directors must oversee the development and review of job descriptions within 30 days prior to opening. All job descriptions must be reviewed and updated annually by the Production Manager, with revisions submitted to the Division Manager by July 1st each year.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.05/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.06", "title": "Inmate Work Hours", "division": "Previous", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.06/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.07", "title": "Inmate Absences", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes guidelines for when Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) inmates may be excused from their work assignments. Inmates may be absent only for legitimate illness verified through sick call, to attend institution-approved programs and services, or to meet with specialized staff unavailable during non-working hours. The Production Manager is responsible for coordinating with institutional staff to identify approved reasons for absence and must track all absences in monthly reports.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.07/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.08", "title": "Inmate Orientation", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy requires that all newly assigned inmates at Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) production facilities receive a comprehensive orientation program before beginning work. The Production Manager or designee must provide information about employment conditions, safety procedures, equipment operation, work hours, rules, regulations, and available training programs. Inmates must complete the safety and orientation program and sign a written acknowledgement before starting any work assignment.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.08/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.09", "title": "Inmate Productivity Standards", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes and maintains productivity standards for Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) production facilities. Plant managers and supervisors must compile written production output levels that define expected work performance for trained inmate workers. These standards are reviewed annually and communicated to supervisors to ensure consistent productivity expectations across all GCI operating units.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.09/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.10", "title": "Quality Assurance", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2001-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes quality assurance requirements for all Georgia Correctional Industries (GCI) operating units. Each facility must implement written quality control procedures that include inspection of raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods, along with systems to measure customer satisfaction and prevent defects. The policy applies to all GCI functional areas and requires designated inmate worker inspectors to be trained and involved in quality control activities.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.10/" }, { "sop_number": "409.02.11", "title": "Georgia Correctional Industries Offender Work Programs", "division": "Executive Division - Georgia Correctional Industries", "effective_date": "2018-03-23", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for assigning offenders to work in Georgia Correctional Industries programs. It outlines the authority and responsibility for managing industries operations, describes how the Classification Committee assigns eligible offenders to industries work based on security level and workload needs, and requires each industries unit to implement quality control procedures for products and cost accounting systems.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.02.11/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.01", "title": "Administration", "division": "Corrections Division/Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes guidelines for Georgia Department of Corrections institutional farm operations to produce vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, and milk cost-effectively to support prison food service needs. The policy applies to all GDC facilities with farms managed by Central Farm Services and outlines procedures for production prioritization, inventory control, equipment management, waste management, and waste animal disposal. The policy aims to make the correctional system's food service self-sufficient while providing job training for incarcerated individuals and maintaining accountability for state agricultural property.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.01/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.02", "title": "Beef Cattle Operations", "division": "Corrections Division/Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for managing beef cattle operations at GDC facilities to efficiently produce beef for inmate food service needs. The policy applies to all facilities with beef farms operated under Central Farm Services management and outlines the roles and responsibilities of farm managers, correctional officers, and other personnel involved in cattle operations, including record-keeping requirements, personnel training, and cattle breeding and health procedures.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.02/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.03", "title": "Swine Operations", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for managing swine farming operations at GDC facilities to produce pork for inmate food service. It applies to all facilities with swine farms operated under Central Farm Services management. The policy covers personnel responsibilities, animal care and security, record keeping, breeding, gestation, and farrowing procedures, with emphasis on inmate supervision, staff training, animal welfare, and security protocols for medical supplies and tools.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.03/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.04", "title": "Dairy Operations", "division": "Corrections Division/Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for operating the dairy facility at Rogers State Prison, which produces milk and milk products for the inmate population while providing job training in agribusiness. The dairy operates under USDA and Georgia Department of Agriculture regulations and inspection, and maintains a contract with the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. The policy covers animal care and breeding standards, milking procedures, and security responsibilities for all dairy staff.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.04/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.05", "title": "Egg Production/Processing Unit", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for operating the Poultry and Egg Production Unit at Montgomery State Prison to efficiently produce high-quality eggs while complying with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and agricultural standards. The policy applies to all staff and inmates assigned to the egg production facility and covers production planning, daily operations, security requirements, animal care standards, equipment maintenance, and egg collection and processing procedures. Key requirements include compliance with Georgia Department of Agriculture and USDA certification and inspection standards, mandatory security awareness for all farm staff, prohibition of animal abuse, and specific protocols for egg handling, processing, and distribution.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.05/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.06", "title": "Abattoir Operations", "division": "Previous", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.06/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.07", "title": "Vegetable/Row Crop Operations", "division": "Corrections Division/Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy outlines the procedures for vegetable and row crop operations at GDC farms that supply produce for institutional food service and livestock feed. The State Farm Administrator has authority over crop selection, production goals, and farm management policies. All farm staff must coordinate with supervisors and correctional staff to maintain inmate security while managing planting, chemical application, cultivation, harvesting, and storage of crops in accordance with state and federal agricultural and worker safety regulations.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.07/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.08", "title": "Fruit Production", "division": "Executive (Corrections Division/Facilities Operations)", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for fruit production operations at GDC farms to supply products for institutional food service. It applies to all GDC farms with fruit operations and covers planning, soil and leaf sampling, pruning, harvesting protocols for berries, security measures, and safety requirements including OSHA compliance, chemical safety training, and mandatory weekly safety meetings for farm staff and inmates.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.08/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.09", "title": "Feed Mill Operations", "division": "Corrections Division/Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for operating GDC feed mills to produce quality livestock feed that meets USDA and FDA regulations and nutritional requirements. It applies to feed mills at Lee Arrendale SP, Joe Kennedy Farm, Rogers SP, and Montgomery SP. The policy covers feed ingredient receipt and inspection, inventory management, feed processing and medication incorporation, testing protocols, personnel responsibilities, inmate security during operations, and safety requirements including weekly safety meetings.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.09/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.10", "title": "Canning Plant Operations", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2022-08-02", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for the Georgia Department of Corrections canning facility at Rogers State Prison to produce safe, high-quality canned food products that comply with USDA, FDA, and state regulations. The policy applies to all personnel involved in cannery operations and specifies detailed processing procedures for vegetables including carrots, collards, kale, and turnips, covering receiving, washing, processing, filling, sealing, retort processing, cooling, and storage requirements.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.10/" }, { "sop_number": "409.03.11", "title": "Animal Waste Systems", "division": "Executive / Corrections Division / Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes requirements for managing animal waste systems at GDC farms with confined livestock and poultry operations. It applies to all GDC facilities operating animal waste systems under Central Farm Services Management and requires compliance with Georgia Department of Natural Resources and Department of Agriculture regulations. Key requirements include implementing waste storage and land application systems, maintaining proper permits, designating trained personnel, and keeping detailed records of waste management activities.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.03.11/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.01", "title": "Introduction to Food and Farm Services Program", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-09-23", "summary": "This policy establishes the framework for Georgia Department of Corrections' centralized food service program across all state prisons, residential substance abuse treatment centers, transitional centers, pre-release centers, parole centers, and detention centers. It requires all facilities to operate using a standardized Master Menu with certified nutritionally balanced meals, standardized recipes, and consistent procedures, with oversight provided by Food and Farm Services regional advisors. Food Service Directors are responsible for daily documentation and compliance with all food service procedures.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.01/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.02", "title": "Master Menu and Recipes", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-09-23", "summary": "This policy establishes requirements for all meals prepared and served in GDC feeding units to comply with the approved Master Menu and standardized recipes. It ensures uniformity, nutritional standards, and consistent portions for all incarcerated individuals. The Central Office Registered Dietitian is responsible for planning and maintaining the Master Menu, which is reviewed annually and must comply with FDA Food Code standards. Food Service Supervisory Staff must conduct quarterly menu evaluations to verify adherence to the approved menu.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.02/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.03", "title": "Food Preparation, Service, and Transportation", "division": null, "effective_date": null, "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.03/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.04", "title": "Cook's Worksheet_Portion Control_Leftovers", "division": null, "effective_date": null, "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.04/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.05", "title": "Contracted Meals", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-08-19", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for Georgia Department of Corrections facilities to contract with outside food service providers when economical or in the best interest of the state. It outlines the contracting process, accounting guidelines, and standard requirements that all food contractors must follow, including menu approval, sanitation standards, security compliance, staffing, medical diets, and food preparation and delivery standards. The Commissioner maintains final authority over all food service contracts.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.05/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.06", "title": "Field Packout Lunches", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2019-01-29", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for preparing and distributing packout lunches to offenders who are working away from their facility's dining area or on non-standard work schedules. Packout lunches serve as an alternative to regular dining facility meals and can only be provided to offenders working more than five hours outside the facility or on heavy labor assignments. The policy covers ordering procedures, storage and food safety requirements, transportation guidelines, and cost allocation between facilities.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.06/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.07", "title": "Emergency Feeding Plan/Mobile Field Kitchen", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2023-01-18", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for feeding inmates and staff during emergencies at GDC facilities when normal kitchen operations are disrupted due to power outages, equipment failures, or other temporary crises. It covers the use of alternative emergency menus for short-term situations, deployment of mobile field kitchens for longer emergencies, and requirements for sanitation and documentation. The policy applies to all state prisons, substance abuse treatment centers, transitional centers, pre-release centers, and detention centers that operate their own food service operations.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.07/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.09", "title": "Modified Diets/Special Feeding", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2022-06-07", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for GDC facilities to provide modified and therapeutic diets to incarcerated individuals with special medical or dietary needs. It covers how medical staff order therapeutic diets, how food service prepares and delivers modified meals, how to document diet refusals, and how to handle physician-ordered between-meal feedings. The policy applies to all state prisons and centers that operate their own kitchens and includes procedures for tracking diet compliance and managing offenders who refuse prescribed diets.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.09/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.10", "title": "Sanitation", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-09-23", "summary": "This policy establishes sanitation standards and requirements for all GDC state prisons and centers that operate kitchens for food preparation. It applies to all food service personnel, including civilian staff and offender workers, and outlines requirements for personal hygiene, facility cleanliness, equipment sanitation, pest control, and waste management to protect public health and comply with Georgia Department of Public Health regulations.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.10/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.11", "title": "Risk Management", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-03-27", "summary": "This policy establishes safety guidelines and risk management procedures for food service operations in GDC facilities. It applies to food service staff and offenders assigned to kitchen operations and requires the Food Service Director to implement safety training, conduct daily inspections, and enforce safe practices for handling supplies, preparing foods with cutting instruments, and operating mechanical equipment to prevent accidents and injuries.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.11/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.12", "title": "Food Service Staff", "division": "Executive/Corrections Division - Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes standard administrative, management, and security practices for all food service operations within GDC facilities, including staffing requirements, dress codes, and management responsibilities. It applies to all food service staff at GDC feeding units and requires new employees to complete orientation, training, and comply with uniform dress codes. Key responsibilities include mandatory training completion within two years, monthly staff meetings, performance evaluations, and comprehensive record keeping by Food Service Directors.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.12/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.13", "title": "Offender Workers", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-12-14", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for managing offenders assigned to food service operations in GDC state prisons and centers. It requires food service directors to provide offenders with job descriptions, orientation and on-the-job training, protective clothing and equipment, performance evaluations, and regular meetings to review safety and sanitation procedures. The policy applies to all GDC facilities that operate kitchens for the master menu, with exceptions possible for contracted food service operations.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.13/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.14", "title": "Governor's Mansion/Food Allowance", "division": "Corrections Division/Facilities Operations", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes the procedure for Metro State Prison to supply food items to the Governor's Mansion from regular food service inventory. The Governor's Mansion is authorized to draw approved food supplies (excluding USDA products) as needed. Metro State Prison must maintain daily records of all food items and costs requested and issued, and submit a monthly report to the Director of Food and Farm Services.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.14/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.15", "title": "Inventory_Food Costing_Food Service Computer System", "division": null, "effective_date": null, "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.15/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.16", "title": "Procurement of Food and Supplies", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2021-04-27", "summary": "This policy establishes standardized procedures for ordering food and supply items at GDC state prisons and centers that operate their own kitchens. It covers how facilities order items from the Food Distribution Unit (FDU), how to calculate feeding strength based on inmate population, requirements for local purchases of authorized items, and procedures for emergency orders. The policy applies to all GDC facilities operating kitchens preparing meals according to the GDC master menu.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.16/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.17", "title": "Receiving", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2021-04-27", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for receiving all food, supply, and equipment items at GDC State Prisons and Centers that operate kitchens. It requires proper documentation of all receipts, verification that items meet purchase order specifications and quality standards, and outlines specific procedures for processing shipments from the Food Distribution Unit, including documentation requirements and handling of discrepancies or damaged items.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.17/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.18", "title": "Inspection and Storage", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-03-09", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for inspecting, storing, and accounting for food and supply items at GDC facilities with food service operations. It applies to all state prisons, substance abuse treatment centers, transitional centers, pre-release centers, parole centers, and detention centers operating kitchens. The policy requires proper storage conditions, temperature monitoring, pest control, sanitation practices, and documentation of damaged or spoiled items to ensure food safety and accountability.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.18/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.19", "title": "Food Service Equipment", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2004-09-01", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for GDC facilities to acquire, maintain, and manage food service equipment. It requires wardens and food service directors to submit annual equipment budgetary requests by March 15, maintain detailed maintenance records for all equipment, and conduct quarterly preventive maintenance inspections through Regional Food Service Maintenance Advisors. The policy ensures equipment is properly installed according to manufacturer specifications, extends equipment lifespan through preventive care, and requires central office approval for repairs exceeding $500 or when local maintenance funds are depleted.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.19/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.20", "title": "Training", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-09-23", "summary": "This policy establishes mandatory and recommended training requirements for all food service staff working in Georgia Department of Corrections kitchens. Staff must complete Food Service Level I training within 90 days of hire, with Level II and III trainings recommended within two years. Training covers inmate interactions, equipment operation, and special dietary requirements, with the GDC and GCI covering travel expenses in accordance with state regulations.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.20/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.21", "title": "Food Distribution Unit Procedures", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-04-17", "summary": "This SOP establishes procedures for the Food Distribution Unit (FDU) to operate a centralized food allocation and delivery system to all Georgia Department of Corrections feeding units. The policy covers FDU purchasing practices, accounting and bookkeeping procedures, inventory management for dry goods, cold foods, milk, and supplies, and inter-agency sales of farm-produced items. The FDU is responsible for coordinating cost-effective food distribution across the correctional system.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.21/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.22", "title": "Meat Processing Plants", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2020-09-23", "summary": "This policy establishes standard procedures and guidelines for operating GDC meat processing plant facilities. It applies to all meat plant facilities and requires compliance with state and federal inspection standards, including proper storage, labeling, sanitation, and food safety procedures. The policy covers inventory control systems, security requirements for offender work assignments, facility maintenance and monitoring, receiving procedures, production reporting, and HACCP plan implementation.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.22/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.23", "title": "End of Year Closeout", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2019-12-09", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for end-of-year inventory and closeout processes for Georgia Correctional Industries Food and Farm Services, including the Food Distribution Unit (FDU), food processing units, and state prison kitchens. The policy requires facilities to conduct physical inventory counts on the last working day of the fiscal year, maintain compliance with audit standards from the GDC Audits and Compliance Unit and federal agencies, and submit detailed reports with pricing information. All facilities must retain inventory documentation in hardcopy format for a minimum of five years.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.23/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.25", "title": "Resignations_Terminations", "division": null, "effective_date": null, "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.25/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.26", "title": "Food Service Permits/Health Department Inspections", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2022-05-25", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for obtaining and maintaining Food Service Permits from local health departments at GDC facilities that operate kitchens. The Food Service Director is responsible for obtaining permits for all food service operations, including mobile field kitchens, with new facilities required to request permits at least 10 days before opening. Facilities must undergo biannual health department inspections after the initial inspection, with copies forwarded to central office within 48 hours and any non-compliances addressed through documented corrective action plans.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.26/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.27", "title": "Food Service Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plan", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2017-09-07", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for implementing a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plan to ensure food safety in GDC prison and center kitchens that prepare meals from the GDC Master Menu. The policy covers receiving, storage, and handling of food items to prevent time and temperature abuse, contamination, and foodborne illness. It applies to all GDC food service operations and includes specific temperature requirements, inspection procedures, corrective actions, and record-keeping requirements.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.27/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.28", "title": "Alternative Entr\u00e9e Program", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2024-12-11", "summary": "This policy establishes the Alternative Entr\u00e9e Program (AEP) Packaged Meal plan to accommodate offenders' religious dietary requirements in GDC facilities. The program provides vegan, Kosher-certified, and Halal-certified meal options prepared in dedicated food service areas with separate equipment to prevent contamination. All requests must be submitted on an official form and approved by the facility designee, Regional Director, and Director of Chaplaincy Services in consultation with Legal Services and GCI Food Services.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.28/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.29", "title": "Staff Dining Food Service Management", "division": "Executive Division (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2021-04-27", "summary": "This policy establishes administrative, management, and security practices for food service operations at staff dining facilities within the Georgia Department of Corrections. It applies to food service operations at Rutland Cafeteria, State Offices-South, and other GDC facilities where staff dining is provided, and covers the roles of GCI staff, GDC staff, and offender workers. Key requirements include obtaining Food Service Permits, supervision by a Food Service Director, mandatory staff orientation and training, monthly staff meetings, uniform requirements, and food service training at three levels with completion timelines.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.29/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.30", "title": "Staff Dining Menu Maintenance, Food_Supply Procurement, and Inventory Management", "division": null, "effective_date": null, "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.30/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.31", "title": "Staff Dining Food Preparation and Service", "division": "Executive (Georgia Correctional Industries - Food and Farm Services)", "effective_date": "2017-10-24", "summary": "This policy establishes procedures for safe food preparation and service at GDC staff dining facilities. It applies to all GDC employees, visitors, training participants, and food service workers involved in preparing and serving meals at State Offices' Rutland Cafeteria and other designated GDC facilities. The policy requires compliance with HACCP food safety procedures, proper temperature control for potentially hazardous foods, sanitary food preparation practices, and appropriate storage and serving techniques.", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.31/" }, { "sop_number": "409.04.32", "title": "Staff Dining Health and Safety Regulations_Inspections", "division": null, "effective_date": null, "summary": null, "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.04.32/" }, { "sop_number": "409.05.01", "title": "Prison Industries Enhancement Certification Program (PIECP)", "division": "Executive", "effective_date": "2007-08-01", "summary": "This policy establishes the Georgia Department of Corrections' Prison Industries Enhancement Certification Program (PIECP), which allows qualified inmates to work in voluntary labor positions for private employers producing goods for sale in interstate commerce. The program operates under federal certification from the Bureau of Justice Assistance and must comply with Title 18 U.S.C. Section 1761 and Georgia state law. The policy applies to all state correctional institutions and defines the requirements for three types of work models: Employer Model, Manpower Model, and Customer Model CACs (Cost Accounting Centers).", "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/409.05.01/" } ]