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1995
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Technology Issues in Corrections Agencies: Results of a 1995 Survey
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
LIS, Inc. (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections. Prisons Division (Washington, DC).
This document reports the results of a 1995 survey of federal, state, and local corrections agencies on their current utilization of technology and their unmet technology needs. Types of security technology include: perimeter security, access control, surveillance, drug use detection, and contraband detection. Non-security technologies include: electronic monitoring, communications, and education/training. Issues related to technology use are also discussed. The appendices include technology t... Read More
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81 p.
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1991
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Preliminary Bibliography on Technology in Corrections
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Boulder, CO); LIS, Inc. (Boulder, CO).
A predominantly annotated bibliography on correctional technology provides resource information for the following categories: bar coding, AFIS, ROBOTS, and DNA; innovative computer applications; general technology; optical scanning; training technology; high-tech communication systems; counting; hair analysis; high-tech security; video monitoring in institutions; and general trends.... Read More
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12 p.
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1993
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Correctional Technology: A User's Guide
By Kichen, Carol Cole; Murphy, James; Levinson, Robert B..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
American Correctional Association (Laurel, MD); National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Meant to provide corrections administrators with a nonbiased, objective source for evaluating different correctional technologies, this guide is divided into seven chapters: 1- Perimeter Security Systems; 2- Locks and Locking Systems; 3- Internal Detection Systems; 4- Monitoring and Surveillance Systems; 5- Fire Safety Systems; 6- Communication Systems; and 7- Management Information Systems. Each chapter includes an abstract, table of contents, executive summary, and sections containing sample ... Read More
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278 p.
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1995
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Safety Awareness Workbook: Anticipating, Identifying, and Resolving the Potential Victimization of Probation and Parole Officers
By Kipp, Richard A..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Lehigh County Adult Probation and Parole (Allentown, PA).
This workbook discusses worker safety issues in probation and parole. Officers' mental attitudes and use of force are addressed. General indications of drug use by clients, signs of aggression, possible resistance or attack, discussion of mental health issues, and general warning signs related to sex offenders are discussed. Finally, safety tactics, such as light conditions, building design, and vehicle considerations are discussed as they relate to officer safety.... Read More
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88 p.
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1998
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Staff Victimization
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC); U.S. Dept. of Justice. Office for Victims of Crime (Washington, DC).
Objectives of this 2-hour broadcast held on March 25, 1998 are to create and improve staff victimization policies, procedures, and programs and to identify resources for developing staff victimization programs and prevention strategies. The panel discusses the following topics: - Recognizing and understanding staff victimization,
- Core components of staff victimization,
- Levels of victimization,
- Creating and improving victimization programs, practices and strategies for victim servic... Read More
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1 DVD (120 min.)
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1999
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Prisoner Access to Interactive Computer Services: Report to the U.S. Attorney General
By Clem, Constance.
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
LIS, Inc. (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO).
Research into what extent each State allows its prisoners access to interactive computer service resulted in this report. This document contains a project overview, findings in brief, project findings (current agency practice, statutory restrictions on access, and correctional policies), and a conclusion. The study found that correctional agencies are well aware of the security risk interactive computer systems can pose, and are also concerned with inmate access to such systems. The bulk of this... Read More
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51 p.
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2003
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New Approaches to Staff Safety
By Thornton, Robert L.; Schweer, Ronald G.; Barton, Joe S..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Key staff safety training issues for community corrections agencies are discussed. This manual addresses: - Use-of-force continuum;
- Crisis prevention;
- Self defense and physical fitness;
- Oleoresin capsicum;
- Body protection;
- Safety in the office;
- Protection from disasters;
- Arrest, search, and seizure;
- Field work;
- Canine considerations;
- Scenario training;
- And critical incidents.
Appendixes include: a model protocol for criti... Read More
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130 p.
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1996
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Volunteer Orientation for Frequent and Regular Volunteers: Trainer's Guide
By Jacobsen, Vic.
National Institute of Corrections Academy. Western Regional Field Coordinators (N.P.).
Designed to provide volunteers with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful within the institution, this training curriculum covers various topics, including the volunteer code of conduct, contraband and security, Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts, personal safety, and facility tour and job orientation. The training runs for approximately eight hours. The curriculum package consists of lesson plans accompanied by some text of overhead transparencies.... Read More
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60 p.
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1995
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Proceedings of the Large Jail Network Meeting [January 22-24, 1995, Longmont, Colorado]
National Institute of Corrections Jails Division (Longmont, CO).
Jail administrators, recognizing the serious problems caused by gang members held in local jails, focused exclusively on the issue of gangs in jails at this meeting. Presentations centered on the following issues: identification of gang members; housing policies; relationship of gang activity to inmate services and programs; and how to address gang activity through intergovernmental cooperation. All participants expressed support for a "zero tolerance" policy in dealing with gangs in local jails... Read More
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57 p.
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1995
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Use of Interactive Video for Court Proceedings: Legal Status and Use Nationwide
LIS, Inc. (Longmont, CO); National Institute of Corrections Information Center (Longmont, CO).
This study examines the legal status of video proceedings for use as a linkage between the courts and arrestees/defendants in jails. Using a survey of all states, it also identifies jurisdictions that use video arraignments or are developing new systems for its use. The appendices contain a copy of the survey instrument and copies of legislation and court rulings relative to authority for use of interactive video technology.... Read More
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63 p.
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2005
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Third Status Report to the Attorney General on Body Armor Safety Initiative Testing and Activities
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
Findings from a ballistic and mechanical properties test of 103 used Zylon-containing body armor are presented. This report contains the following sections: executive summary; supplemental results from Phase I testing; Phase II testing results; results of Phase I and II ballistic testing; applied research; compliance testing process review and modifications; summary; complete results of Phase I (Worst Case) P-BFS test; Phase I (Worst Case) ballistic limit and tensile strength test results; re... Read More
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43 p.
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1995
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Prison Security: Security Tips Checklists
By Milosovich, John T..
National Institute of Corrections (Washington, DC).
These security tips checklists were compiled from prison security training seminars conducted through the National Institute of Corrections. Topics addressed include: security audits, facility planning, technology, post analysis, staff recruitment, programming, security threat groups, continuum of force, supermax institutions and emergency preparedness. The appendices include lists of crisis indicators, emergency response resources, benefits of good security, and consequences of poor security.... Read More
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47 p.
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