Attachment_D_PST-X-04_Kitchen_Security_2022.pdf

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Orange County, Orlando City, Florida

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This document is a Post Order for the Kitchen Security protocol issued by the Orange County Corrections Department's Support Operations Division, specifically detailing the Perimeter Security Team's (PST) responsibilities for kitchen operations. The post order, effective August 1, 2022, establishes comprehensive security procedures for managing inmate workers in a large commercial kitchen facility, including three distinct post assignments for Certified Correctional Officers who will operate on 4 rotating 12-hour shifts covering 24/7 operations. The kitchen supports minimum and medium classification inmate workers, who will wear yellow/green ID colors and orange/white uniforms.

The post order provides detailed protocols for maintaining security, including mandatory headcounts, visual and security checks, contraband control, tool and equipment inventorying, personal hygiene standards, and disciplinary procedures. Key operational requirements include constant supervision of inmate workers, inspection of all deliveries, monitoring of kitchen equipment and food carts, escorting inmates, and maintaining strict accountability for keys, culinary tools, and sharps. Supervisory staff are required to conduct unannounced tours at least twice per shift, review log entries, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards and established security practices. The document emphasizes professionalism, respect for inmate dignity, and maintaining the overall security integrity of the kitchen facility.

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ORANGE COUNTY

CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT

SUPPORT OPERATIONS DIVISION

POST ORDER

PERIMETER SECURITY TEAM

PST-X-04

SUBJECT: KITCHEN SECURITY Page 1 of 16

EFFECTIVE DATE: 08/01/22

POST SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

Post Location: Kitchen North Perimeter Area Purpose: Food Preparation and Delivery Design: Large Commercial Kitchen

Telephone #: (407) 836-3142, 6-3147 Radio Frequency: A/6 Perimeter Audio Monitoring: Manned from Kitchen Control Room Video Monitoring: Manned from Kitchen Control Room

Hours of Operation: 24 Days of Operation: Sunday through Saturday Staff: 3 Certified Correctional Officers Schedule: 4 - 12 Hour Rotating Shifts: A Squad 0518-1730 / B Squad 1718-0530

Emergency Hard Copy Policies Located Kitchen Control Room Emergency Electronic Copy Policies Located Corrections “S” Server Post Orders Hard Copy Kitchen Control Room Post Orders Electronic Copy Corrections “S” Server Nearest Clinic Telephone # 63727 Supervisor Telephone # 407-836-3141, 407-448-6782

Inmate Classification Inmate Worker Minimum / Medium Inmate I.D. Color(s) Yellow / Green Inmate Uniform Color(s) Orange / White

ATTACHMENT D

SUPPORT OPERATIONS DIVISION

POST ORDER

PERIMETER SECURITY TEAM

PST-X-04

SUBJECT: KITCHEN SECURITY Page 2 of 16

EFFECTIVE DATE: 08/01/22

I. AUTHORITY:

Florida State Statues 951.22 Florida Model Jail Standards 2.10 (c), 6.2, 6.7, 6.11, 11.7, 11.14, and 11.16

II. REFERENCE:

OCCD Administrative Orders IO.004, “Permanent Logs”, IO.005, “Fire, Safety, Security and Sanitation Inspections and Other Mandated Inspections”, IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks”, IO.021, “Inmate Headcount Procedures”, IO.011, “Key Control”, IO.013 “Control of Tools, Culinary Equipment and Medical Instruments” and IO.200, “Inmate Discipline” All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedures IO.004-01, “Permanent Logs”, IO.012-01, “Visual and Security Checks”, IO.101-01, “Searches and Control of Contraband”, and IO.011-01, “Key Control” Perimeter Security Team Standard Operating Procedure PP.600-01, “Perimeter Security” OCCD Forms “Special Watch Log”, (OP-9), “Kitchen Tool / Knife Inventory Form” (OP-29) and “Equipment Log”, (OP-43)

III. POLICY:

Assigned Correctional Officers will be responsible for the accountability, security, and control of all inmate workers assigned to the kitchen and operations therein shall be supervised to ensure compliance with all other applicable Department policies and Accreditation standards. Staff will ensure they have a working knowledge of all Administrative Orders, Standard Operating Procedures, and the duties outlined in this Post Order.

IV. DEFINITIONS:

A. Contraband: Any item or article, which is altered from its original condition in such a way that it presents a threat to the security or order of the detention facility; any item or article passed to or in the

SUBJECT: KITCHEN SECURITY Page 3 of 16 possession of an inmate without authorization; or any item or article inside a housing unit, inmate facility, or on the property of the institution that was not:

1. Issued,

2. Approved for purchase through the commissary,

3. Purchased through an approved source with official approval, or

4. Authorized to be brought into the secure perimeter.

B. Informal Resolution: The resolution of a minor rule violation between a staff member and inmate.

C. Inmate Management System (IMS): A comprehensive computerized case management system designed to document information on all aspects of an inmate’s incarceration and daily jail operations.

D. Logs/Logbooks: Records and reports (written and electronic) that are essential legal documentation and subject to review during inspections, investigations, and/or litigation.

E. Perimeter Security Team (PST): Staff assigned to monitor and control the Orange County Corrections Department’s secured perimeter.

F. Security Inspections: A thorough inspection of all occupied and unoccupied duty areas assigned to an officer to identify and/or detect structural, mechanical, or equipment defects, presence of contraband, and/or abnormal inmate activity.

G. Squad Supervisor: Sergeant, or in his/her absence Corporal of the affected area who would report directly to the Lieutenant.

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H. Visual Inspection Check: An unobstructed visual inspection of all areas occupied by inmates to ensure the security and safety of inmates are maintained.

V. PROCEDURES:

A. General Instructions:

1. The assigned Perimeter Security Team Officer will

a. Strictly adhere to OCCD Administrative Order PP.600 “Perimeter Security” and Perimeter Security Team Standard Operating Procedure PP.600-01 “Perimeter Security”.

b. Upon arriving on post, Perimeter Security Team

(PST) staff will immediately begin a Face to ID headcount of all inmate workers present in the kitchen area. Certified Correctional Officers conducting headcount will not engage in other activities unless an emergency or critical event occurs while the headcount is being made.

c. PST staff will be aware of the number of inmate workers present and working in the kitchen area at all times and will make physical headcounts throughout their assigned shift to ensure the accountability of all inmate workers under their supervision.

d. Additional headcounts will be made at the direction of

Master Headcount in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.021, “Inmate Count Procedures”.

e. Document the completion of the fire, safety, security and sanitation (FSSS) inspection and any discrepancies in the appropriate IMS logbook.

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f. Report any malfunctioning doors, locks, operational keys, fire safety equipment, or lights immediately to the PST Supervisor and generate a “Service Request” via the Maximo System.

g. Inspect any protective breathing apparatus located in the common areas for proper air pressure and serviceability and report such to the control room for proper documentation.

h. Respond to all emergency calls with appropriate equipment.

i. Respond as fire evacuation officers and/or first responders for medical emergencies.

j. Monitor all inmate movement within the Kitchen.

k. Ensure safety precautions are observed during work details.

l. Escort all inmates in accordance with OCCD

Administrative Order IO.006-01, “Inmate Movement and Transportation” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.006-01, “Inmate Movement”.

m. Conduct pat searches and strip searches (when applicable) of inmates in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.010, “Searches and Control of Contraband” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.010-01, “Searches and Control of Contraband”.

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n. Ensure the accountability of hazardous materials is in accordance with the OCCD Administrative Order “IO.014, “Hazardous Materials”.

o. Carry a two-way radio, monitor all traffic, and respond to calls as appropriate.

p. Remain on post until properly relieved.

q. Conduct briefing pass on to the on-coming officer of any pertinent information.

r. Corrections and contracted food service staff assigned to the Kitchen/Laundry Facility must adhere to entrance/exit procedures in accordance with Administrative Order PP.600 “Perimeter Security” and Perimeter Security Team Standard Operating Procedure PP.600-01, Perimeter Security”.

s. Correctional staff will be physically present at freezer/cooler door anytime contract staff and inmate need to enter.

t. Perform their duties in a manner that promotes professionalism, respect for the dignity of human beings, and protects the rights of the inmates/offenders entrusted to their care.

u. Perform other duties assigned by the PST Supervisor.

B. Kitchen Security Post assignments

Kitchen Security will consist of three (3) separate posts, each manned by a Certified Correctional Officer.

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1. Post 1 Officer will:

a. Be posted in the elevated office which overlooks the Distribution Road Loading Dock and kitchen floor area.

b. Be responsible for the inventory of kitchen tools to include documentation on the OP-29, “Kitchen Tool/Knife Inventory”.

c. Be responsible for the permanent logbook documentation in accordance with OCCD Administrative Orders IO.004, “Permanent Logs” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedures IO.004-01, “Permanent Logs”.

d. Assist the Post 2 and 3 Officers with conducting constant visual and security checks of the area to provide security and closer supervision of the inmate worker population, when there is only one Officer on the floor.

e. Perform other duties as directed by the PST Supervisor or designee.

2. Post 2 Officer will:

a. Conduct headcounts in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.021 “Inmate Count Procedures”.

b. Forward the headcount total to the Post 1 Officer to be documented in the IMS Logbook.

c. Be posted on kitchen floor to conduct constant visual and security checks of the area to provide security and closer supervision of the inmate worker population.

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d. Conduct visual and security checks in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.012-01, “Visual and Security Checks” in the event the Post 3 Kitchen Security Officer is unavailable.

e. Conduct a Fire, Safety, Security, and Sanitation (FSSS) Inspection of the assigned area in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.005, “Fire, Safety, Security, Sanitation Inspections and Other Mandated Inspections” to ensure security integrity of the facility and the area is clear of contraband.

f. Respond to incidents as they occur.

g. Maintain the OP-9, “Special Watch Log” for any inmate(s) temporarily placed in the facility holding cells

h. Perform other duties as directed by the PST Supervisor or designee.

3. Post 3 Officer:

a. The Post 3 Officer will be posted on the kitchen floor to conduct constant visual and security checks of the area to provide security and closer supervision of the inmate worker population.

b. Conduct visual and security checks in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.012-01 “Visual and Security Checks”.

c. Conduct a FSSS Inspection of the assigned area in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.005, SUBJECT: KITCHEN SECURITY Page 9 of 16

“Fire, Safety, Security, Sanitation Inspections and Other Mandated Inspections” to ensure security integrity of the facility and the area is clear of contraband.

d. Escort inmate workers to and from their work assignments in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.006-01, “Inmate Movement and Transportation” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.006-01 “Inmate Movement”.

e. Inspect all deliveries on the Food Service Receiving Dock for contraband prior to any inmate worker’s access to such delivery.

f. Escort inmate workers, as needed, to the warehouse side of the Kitchen Facility. At no time will inmates be allowed in the warehouse when a vendor is in the process of making a delivery.

g. Escort inmate workers to the trash room where they will dispose of all garbage. The Post 3 Officer will ensure a green light is illuminated prior to opening the trash doors. At no time will the officer open the trash doors in the presence of inmates if a red light is illuminated.

h. Monitor inmate workers while they are on the Distribution Road Loading dock. At no time will inmates be allowed on the Distribution Road Loading dock without an officer present.

i. Assist the Post 1 and Post 2 Officers as needed.

j. Perform their duties in a manner that promotes professionalism, respect for the dignity of human beings, and protects the rights of the inmates/offenders entrusted to their care.

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k. Perform other duties as directed by the PST Supervisor or designee.

C. Permanent Logs:

1. Certified Correctional Officers will begin their permanent log by verifying they have read and understand the post orders for the particular post they are assigned. If they do not understand the Post Order, they are required to seek clarification from their Squad Supervisor prior to assuming the post.

2. Additional log entries (electronic and/or written) will be made in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.004, “Permanent Logs” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.004-01 “Permanent Logs”.

D. Visual Checks, Security Inspections, and FSSS Inspections:

1 Visual checks will be conducted on an irregular/staggered schedule and the beginning times of such visual checks will not exceed:

a. Every hour between 0600 hours to 2259 hours

b. Every thirty (30) minutes between 2300 hours to 0559 hours

c. Late visual checks will be documented in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.004, “Permanent Logs” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedures IO.004-01, “Permanent Logs”.

d. Visual checks shall be conducted in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks” and Standard Operating Procedure IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks”.

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2. Security Inspections:

a. Certified staff will conduct two (2) random security inspections of their areas of assignment. The first inspection will be conducted within one hour of assuming post and the second inspection will be conducted within the second half of their shift to ensure the physical security and safety of the facility.

This inspection will be conducted independently from the FSSS inspection.

b. Security inspections shall be conducted in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks” and Standard Operating Procedure IO.012, “Visual and Security Checks.”

3. Fire, Safety, Security, Sanitation (FSSS) Inspections:

a. Certified Correctional Officers assigned to Post 2 and Post 3 will conduct an FSSS Inspection within the first two hours of assuming post.

b. FSSS Inspections shall be conducted in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.005, “Fire, Safety, Security, and Sanitation Inspections and Other Mandated Inspections.”

E. Personal Hygiene and Safety Equipment:

1. Inmate workers are to be inspected daily to ensure they wear clean outer garments and maintain a high degree of personal hygiene. Employees or inmates may not work in food service if suspected of having a communicable disease, open wounds, sores, or respiratory infections. Any inmate worker suspected by staff of having any medical concerns will be referred to Corrections Health Services Division.

2. Assigned contracted food service staff will ensure inmate workers are wearing issued safety equipment such as

SUBJECT: KITCHEN SECURITY Page 12 of 16 hairnets (covering all exposed hair), gloves, beard protectors, etc. Inmate workers with no facial hair are not required to wear the beard protectors.

3. All inmate workers assigned to the kitchen are required to view departmental approved safety videos (e.g. Inmate Safety Orientation, Personal Protective Equipment, etc...)

prior to working in the kitchen.

F. Order and Control of Contraband:

1. An assigned PST staff will maintain a visual presence in the kitchen area by supervising both the interior and exterior areas of the kitchen. Two additional PST staff will be assigned to their respective offices which are elevated in order to overlook the operations and maintain security of the kitchen.

2. During rounds check, assigned staff will monitor inmate worker usage of kitchen restrooms, noise levels, and working habits to ensure a positive working environment and an inmate worker is not attempting to supervise or exercise control over other inmates.

3. Random inspections of kitchen equipment and food carts leaving and returning to the kitchen will be conducted daily to detect and control the introduction of contraband.

Additionally, inmate workers will be randomly pat-searched daily to ensure they are not in possession of contraband.

4. PST staff will inspect all food carts before leaving and arriving to the kitchen to ensure no contraband items are on the food cart.

G. Keys, Culinary Equipment, and Sharps:

1. Assigned staff will maintain accountability and control of kitchen keys in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order

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IO.011 “Key Control” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.011-01, “Key Control”.

a. The assigned control room staff will use the “Equipment Log”, (OP-43) form to document the issuance and return of kitchen keys that cannot be electronically signed out.

b. All keys will be accounted for at the beginning and end of the assigned officer’s shift and prior to the departure of inmate workers from the kitchen back to their assigned housing dorms.

2. Assigned staff will maintain accountability and control of culinary equipment and sharps in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.013, “Control of Tools, Culinary Equipment and Medical Instruments”.

a. The assigned PST Officer will use a “Kitchen Tool/Knife Inventory Form”, (OP-29) to document the inventory, issuance, and return of culinary equipment.

b. The assigned PST Officer will use a “Kitchen Tool/Knife Inventory Form”, (OP-29) to document the inventory, issuance, and return of culinary sharps.

c. Knives and/or paddle tethers will be secured to the appropriate kettle/table and inspected by assigned security staff prior to use by an inmate worker.

3. All culinary equipment and sharps will be accounted for at the beginning, middle, end of the assigned officer’s shift, and prior to the departure of inmate workers from the kitchen back to their assigned housing dorms.

4. Additional logbook entries will be made in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.004, “Permanent Logs” and All Detention Facilities Standard Operating Procedure IO.004-01, “Permanent Logs”.

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H. Order and Discipline:

1. Informal Resolution:

a. The Certified Correctional Officer will begin a two-way, controlled, non-emotional communication between themselves and the inmate(s), aimed at problem identification and/or resolution.

b. The Certified Correctional Officer will direct the inmate(s) to engage in or refrain from a specific action or non-action.

c. The staff member will document any informal discipline imposed in the inmate behavior notes section of the inmate’s file in IMS. Documentation will include details of inmate behavior, details of type of informal discipline imposed, start/end date and time of informal discipline imposed and notification to the Squad Supervisor.

d. The holding area will not be utilized as a means for informal resolution.

2. Major Infractions:

a. Request the assistance of the PST Squad Supervisor and additional staff if deemed necessary.

b. Use informal resolution techniques until the arrival of the PST Squad Supervisor and/or additional staff.

c. Staff may secure the inmate with handcuffs to the temporary holding area bench until relocated to their permanent housing location. The following procedures will be followed:

1) Initiate an OP-9, “Special Watch Log”

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2) Conduct random, staggered visual checks not to exceed fifteen (15) minutes

3) Inmate may be required to remain in the holding area for a period not to exceed one (1) hour

d. After resolution of the incident, follow procedures in accordance with OCCD Administrative Order IO.200, “Inmate Discipline”.

3. Assigned PST staff will process all disciplinary reports and accompanying documentation initiated by the contracted food service staff.

4. Observation of misconduct on the part of contracted food service staff will be immediately reported to the on-duty PST Squad Supervisor and the Kitchen Unit Supervisor.

I. Evacuation and Emergency Equipment:

Assigned officers are responsible for maintaining familiarity with fire evacuation procedures/exits, and for inspecting emergency equipment to ensure proper working order. Inspections will be conducted each shift and documented in the IMS logbook.

J. Supervisory Staff:

1. Supervisory tours will be unannounced and conducted at a minimum of twice each shift.

2. A PST Supervisor will inventory the assigned control room inventory and document in the IMS Logbook. The inventory inspection will be conducted within the first hour upon assuming shift as well as the last hour before conclusion of shift.

3. Supervisory staff will review IMS log entries made by assigned staff to ensure visual and security checks are being made in accordance with established policy.

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4. Application of key, tool, culinary equipment, and sharps accountability procedures will be reviewed to ensure compliance with mandatory accreditation standards and the provisions of this Post Order.

5. Assigned PST staff will be questioned to ensure they are aware of the number of inmate workers assigned and currently present or accounted for.

6. The activities of staff will be monitored to ensure sound security practices are being used and are in accordance with established policy, procedures, and Post Orders.

7. IMS log entries will be checked to ensure assigned staff is inspecting emergency equipment each shift. Staff will be questioned and participate in quarterly fire drills to ensure their familiarity with fire evacuation procedures.

APPROVED:

Major Laurie Long Support Operations Division

Issue Date: 03/02/16

Review Date: 06/01/22-07/30/22

Revision Date: 07/15/21

Effective Date: 08/01/22

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