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1. CONDITIONS THAT DETERMINE THE LEVEL OF FORCE APPLIED
1.1. Staff shall consider the following factors in making a proper threat assessment for a specific
situation:
1.1.1. Is there an alternate method of de-escalating or resolving the situation without a UOF?
1.1.2. Is the situation contained?
1.1.3. Is the inmate a danger to self or others?
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1.1.4. Is there more than one inmate involved and could this be an orchestrated distraction from
something else?
1.1.5. How many officers are in a position to assist?
1.1.6. What type of injuries may be incurred due to a UOF?
1.1.7. How severe was the rule violation by the subject inmate(s)?
1.1.8. Would the UOF be an appropriate response to the situation, based on sound correctional
judgment?
1.2. Use of force should be tempered, using the absolute minimum amount of force necessary to
control the situation. Care should be taken to avoid causing the situation to escalate. Staff shall
carefully consider whether there is an opportunity to resolve the situation without the use of
force.
1.3. The UOF Continuum presented within this policy shall be reinforced through training and study
so that all staff can determine the correct application of force in a given situation. It is essential
that each staff member understand the correct responses prior to a situation occurring. Officers
assigned to gun towers shall understand in clear terms when to use Deadly Force as well as if and
when such force is authorized in their jurisdiction. Post Orders shall contain the specific
guidelines for each post.
1.4. A determination of the amount of force needed should be made prior to every UOF, time
permitting. The actual amount of force used should coincide with that determination, provided
escalation of the situation does not occur.
1.5. Assessment should also include an assessment of possible outcomes regarding injuries to be
sustained by staff. The number of personnel utilized during the actual Use of Force shall be kept
to a minimum to avoid such injury. For example, the use of chemical agents normally presents
less opportunity for staff injury.
2. CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO THE TWO LEVELS OF FORCE
2.1. Major Force
2.1.1. Verbal instructions are insufficient to manage the situation and no reasonable alternative
exists.
2.1.2. Escorting an inmate by the arm or elbow results in physical resistance.
2.1.3. Force is needed to enforce policy and procedure in an effort to bring order to the facility.
2.1.4. Force is needed to maintain or regain control of a facility (or any part thereof) in the event of
a rebellion, riot or disturbance.
2.1.5. There is imminent danger of bodily injury to staff, inmate(s) or other persons.
2.1.6. Force is needed to prevent escape.
2.2. Deadly Force
2.2.1. Each facility must define a specific point at which escape from secure custody is imminent
and deadly force is authorized. For example, when an inmate is about to or has penetrated the
secure perimeter of the facility, deadly force is appropriate.
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2.2.2. Deadly Force MAY NOT be used on U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(ICE) detainees solely to prevent the escape of a fleeing suspect. Deadly force may be
used only when the officer has a reasonable suspicion that the detainee poses an
imminent danger of death or serious physical injury to the officer or to another person.
2.2.3. Deadly Force may be applied in the following situations.
2.2.3.1. Risk of Death
There is substantial risk that the inmate will cause the death of another person unless
Deadly Force is used.
2.2.3.2. Serious Bodily Injury
There is substantial risk that the inmate will cause serious bodily injury to another person
unless Deadly Force is used.
2.2.3.3. Escape
Escaping inmate(s) may be subject to Deadly Force if the escape is actually in progress.
2.2.3.4. Protection of Property
Protection of property may be a reason to apply Deadly Force in cases such as arson
when that act, if completed, is likely to cause serious bodily injury or death to another
person. The officer must reasonably believe that such force is necessary to prevent the
serious bodily injury or death of another person.
2.2.3.5. Authorization
2.2.3.5.1. Authorization for Use of Deadly Force shall ordinarily be sought from the warden,
except in emergencies were death or serious bodily injury may result if action is not
immediately taken (or when standing orders are in place). For example, deadly force
is authorized by policy when escape from a secure perimeter occurs.
2.2.3.5.2. The warden of each facility shall ensure that the application of Deadly Force is
clearly defined for the facility and in all Post Orders. Only certain posts may use
Deadly Force without prior approval.
2.2.3.5.3. An employee shall use appropriate force and later will be required to justify that
action based upon the above criteria.
3. EMPLOYING USE OF FORCE
3.1. Confrontation Avoidance
3.1.1. If time permits before authorizing the calculated UOF, the ranking officer should seek
information from others such as professional medical staff and the classification department
to assist in determining the appropriate UOF.
3.1.2. The ranking officer should consider the following factors:
3.1.2.1. Medical/Mental history, especially medical conditions or diseases which may be
adversely affected by chemical agents, pepper mace or other non-lethal weapons,
3.1.2.2. Recent incident reports involving the inmate and any trauma which may be contributing
to the inmate’s state of mind, including such events as pending criminal prosecution,
divorce, illness, death, etc., and
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3.1.2.3. Information gathered from questioning staff who are familiar with the inmate and may
offer insight into the inmate’s current agitation.
3.1.3. Staff members who have an established rapport with the inmate or whose personality
suggests they might be able to reason with the inmate may be recruited to assist and possibly
avoid a UOF.
3.2. Using Force - When an inmate acts violently or appears on the verge of violent action staff shall
use reasonable force and/or restraints if necessary to prevent him or her from harming self, others
and/or property
3.3. The use of video camera generally has confrontational de-escalating value and should be
employed as quickly as possible
3.4. Types of Force
3.4.1. Immediate Use of Force
3.4.2. Calculated Use of Force
3.4.3. Use of Force Team
3.4.3.1. Use of Four Point Restraint Technique
3.4.3.2. Less Than Lethal Force
3.4.3.3. Lethal Force (Deadly Force)
3.5. Employing The Use of Force
3.5.1. Immediate Use of Force
3.5.1.1. An “Immediate UOF” situation is created when an inmate’s behavior constitutes a
serious and immediate threat to self, staff, another inmate, property or the security and
orderly operation of the facility. In this situation, staff may respond without a
supervisor’s direction or presence.
3.5.1.2. Each facility should prepare an Emergency Response Plan indicating which employees
or posts should respond to an emergency situation so that staff in other areas of the
facility will understand that they have expanded responsibilities.
3.5.2. Use of Video Camera during Use of Force
The video camera shall be requested and brought to the location of the UOF as quickly
as possible and utilized to videotape as much as possible. The camera shall be set to a
wide angle setting to record the entire situation.
3.5.3. Calculated Use of Force
3.5.3.1. If an inmate is in an isolated location is (for example, a locked cell) where there is no
immediate threat to the inmate for others, the officer(s) shall take the time to assess the
possibility of resolving the situation without resorting to force.
3.5.3.1.1. Circumstances
• Calculated UOF is appropriate when the inmate is in a cell or other area with a
securable door or grill; even if the inmate is verbalizing threats or brandishing a
weapon, provided staff sees no immediate danger to the subject inmate or others.
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• The Calculated Use of Force allows staff time to strategize, resolving situations in
the least confrontational manner and with the least risk of injury to the inmate or
staff.
3.5.3.1.2. Documentation
• All UOF incidents will be documented on the appropriate UOF forms.
• Videotaping is required for all calculated UOF incidents.
• Written documentation and the videotape shall be maintained for review.
3.5.3.1.3. Employee UOF Team Technique (Calculated UOF)
• When an inmate must be moved and/or restrained during a Calculated UOF, the
UOF Team Technique shall apply.
• The team technique usually involves five or more trained staff members clothed
in protective gear, including helmet with face shield, knife-resistant vest, gloves
and knee, forearm and elbow protectors.
• Correctional officers selected for an emergency team should preferably be
experienced and have specialized training before undertaking their assignments.
Team members enter the inmate’s area together, with coordinated responsibility
for achieving immediate control of the inmate.
• Staff shall be trained in the UOF Team Technique in sufficient numbers for teams
to be quickly convened on all shifts throughout the facility.
• The supervisor on duty must be on the scene before any UOF. He or she shall
direct the operation, continuously monitoring staff compliance with policy and
procedures. The supervisor shall not participate except to prevent staff injury.
• Professional medical staff shall be present if possible to observe and immediately
treat any injuries.
• The UOF Team may expand to include staff with specific skills, such as handling
chemical agents.
• The supervisor on duty will exclude from the UOF Team, any staff member
involved in an incident which precipitated the need for force.
• When restraints are necessary, the team will choose the least restrictive
ambulatory restraints and progress to the next level needed, up to 4-point
restraints.
• Calculated Use of Force videotape will begin as follows:
¨ Introduction by Team Leader, stating facility name, location, time, date, etc.,
description of the incident which led to the Calculated UOF and naming the
video camera operator and other staff present.
¨ Faces of all team members briefly appear (helmets removed, heads
uncovered), one at a time, identified by name and title.
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¨ Team Leader offers the inmate a last chance to cooperate before action,
outlining UOF procedures, engaging in confrontation avoidance and issuing
the UOF order.
• Entire UOF operation is videotaped until the inmate is secured. Tape will not be
edited under any circumstance. Close-ups of the inmate body may focus on the
presence/absence of injuries. Staff injuries, if any, may be photographed but not
videotaped.
• The videotape shall be catalogued and preserved for at least 3 years.
• UOF videotapes shall be available for incident reviews and may also be used for
training.
• Form 3-3106-4, Security Equipment Control Log, shall document video camera
usage. Every time the video camera is acquired from Central Control and returned
to Central Control shall be recorded on the form, a copy of which is included with
this policy.
• The release of UOF videotapes to the news media shall occur only with the
approval from the LaSalle Corrections Executive Director – Texas (EDT).
• Staff shall store UOF equipment in a UOF closet under the same secure
conditions as class A tools.
• The Warden shall designate responsibility for maintaining the video camera
which shall include testing all parts and batteries as well as keeping backup
supplies on hand. This responsibility should be incorporated into Post Orders.
3.5.4. General Guidelines for the Use of 4-Point Restraints
3.5.4.1. 4-point restraints shall not be used as a means of punishment.
3.5.4.2. 4-point restraints shall only be used for inmates who are acting out violently and
posing a risk for harming themselves or others and/or are continuously damaging
property
3.5.4.3. 4-point restraints should be used only in extreme instances and only when other types
of restraints have proven to be ineffective. Prior to the use of 4-point restraints, other
alternatives should be examined.
3.5.4.4. Advance approval of the warden or designee must be obtained before placing an
inmate in a 4-point restraint.
3.5.4.5. The health authority or designee shall be notified to assess the inmate’s medical and
mental condition, and to advise whether, on the basis of serious danger to self or
others, the inmate should be placed in a medical/mental health unit for emergency
treatment with sedation and/or other medical management, as appropriate. If the
inmate is not transferred to a medical/mental health unit, and is restrained in a 4-point
position, the following minimum procedures shall apply.
• Direct visual observation by staff must be continuous prior to obtaining approval
from the health authority or designee.
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restraints were still in place. These checks will also be documented on the form 3-
3108-10, Placement in 4-Point Restraints.
3.5.4.16. No inmate will be left unattended in a 4-point restraint.
3.5.4.17. While in a 4-point restraint, the inmate will not be subjected to any verbal abuse,
taunting or other psychological abuse.
3.5.4.18. The inmate shall be reassured that he or she will be released when the behavior is
under control.
3.5.4.19. Placement in a 4-point restraint should include the following steps:
• Inmate should be clothed in only shirt and pants.
• The inmate should lie on his/her back on the bed and staff shall secure the four
arm and leg straps until snug.
• Each strap should be tightened to the amount necessary so the inmate cannot free
himself/herself nor harm himself/herself with the straps.
• Medical staff shall determine if the restraints are too tight and check for any
injuries that may have occurred. If not previously determined, medical staff shall
review medical records to identify if any medical condition might affect the use of
the restraint. Any conditions will be documented.
• All staff involved in any UOF shall be examined by medical staff for injuries and
the results shall be documented on the appropriate UOF form.
• All relevant information concerning a restrained inmate will be entered in the
Central Control Activity Log, form 3-3106-2. Each log entry shall contain the
date, time, details of the event, visits from any officials, and the signature of the
reporting staff.
• The shift supervisor will complete a UOF packet, including all relevant
documentation, immediately after the application of 4-point restraints by force or
before the end of the shift.
• Each correctional officer shall be trained in approved methods of the UOF and
that use of force is a last resort to control inmates.
3.5.5. Compliant Inmate Placement in Four Point Restraints
3.5.5.1. Documentation of inmates that are compliant when placed in 4-Point Restraints
and therefore do not require the use of force during placement in the 4-Point
restraints, shall be reported as a Level 3 (See level 3.8) Critical Incident, as
outlined in form 3-3006-1, Critical Incident Priority Levels Chart, and form
3-3108-10, Placement in 4-Point Restraints, shall be completed.
3.5.5.2. See form 3-3108-11, Placement Guidelines – Compliant Inmate
3.5.6. Non-Compliant Inmate Placement in Four-Point Restraints
3.5.6.1. Incidents in which inmates resist being placed in the 4-point restraint shall be
reported as a Major UOF with all appropriate documentation.
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Complies or VERBALIZATION
Verbal
2 Does Not Verbal orders may be whispered, spoken normally or shouted,
Direction
Comply but verbalization should be constant throughout the UOF.
Only authorized weapons, ammunition, chemical agents and delivery systems shall be utilized on
LSC facilities in accordance with Chart 2, Authorized/Approved Weapons, Ammunition, Chemical
Agents and Delivery Systems.
CHART 2. Authorized/Approved Weapons, Ammunition, Chemical Agents and
Delivery Systems
Training: Any staff member that employs or uses a weapon or munitions of any type is
required to be trained prior to the issue or use of that weapon, munitions or chemical agent
.40 Smith & Wesson MP
2 Mags
.40 Smith & Wesson MP
3 Mags
Approved weapons and ammunition for all LaSalle Corrections (LSC)
Handguns 357 Revolver facilities. (No other type of weapons and ammunition are approved)
38+P, 18 rounds (6
loaded with 2 speed
loaders of 6 rounds
each)
Approved rifle and ammunition for facilities that have gun towers and
Rifle Rifle - N/A an open field of sight. (Approval for this weapon is submitted to the
LSC Executive Director - Texas).
12 gauge Remington The 12 gauge shotgun is recommended for every LaSalle Corrections
Shotgun
shotgun (LSC) facility.
OC should be the primary agent used in all LaSalle Corrections (LSC)
OC Spray
facilities.
Facilities that can demonstrate a need to use this delivery method may
Pepper ball Launcher -
be approved to use this device. Submit request for approval to the LSC
N/A
Executive Director - Texas.
Aerosol COP and/or OC ‘Carry on Person’ (COP) is approved for all facilities. (Sizes
Foggers sometimes depend on the manufacturer; nevertheless, COP should be
MK-9 weighed and logged prior to issue and after being turned in at the end
OC Spray
of the shift, using the OC Issue Log, form
MK-4
3-3107-2).
Recommend that all facilities be approved for:
Grenades - N/A
OC Blast Dispersion grenades and CS Continuous Burn grenades
The Pepper fogger is only approved for facilities with large recreation
yards.
Pepper Fogger -N/A
CS can be lethal in confined spaces and should only be used in
outdoor areas.
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7. USE OF FIREARMS
7.1. Personal weapons/training/modified rounds
7.1.1. No personal weapons are allowed at any time.
7.1.2. The use of hollow point or modified rounds by officers is at the discretion of the
warden.
7.1.3. All personnel assigned to use firearms must demonstrate firearms competency annually.
7.1.4. Firearms training shall cover the use, safety and care of firearms and the constraints on the
use thereof.
7.2. Weapons are subject to stringent safety regulations and inspections.
7.3. Except in emergency situations, officers carrying firearms are assigned only to watchtowers, gun
walks, mobile patrols or other positions which are inaccessible to inmates.
7.4. Officers supervising inmates outside the secure perimeter of the facility shall follow specific
procedures for ensuring the security of the weapons.
7.5. Officers are instructed to use deadly force only after other actions have been tried and found
ineffective, unless the officer believes that a person’s life is immediately threatened.
7.6. Procedures for posts with weapons
7.6.1. All weapons will contain ammunition, and rounds will be chambered.
7.6.2. At shift change, the oncoming officer will assume the post and verify the ammunition in the
weapons prior to the preceding officer departing the post.
7.6.3. The appropriate post orders shall provide for the safe unloading and reloading of the
firearms.
7.7. The LSC Regional Warden – Texas (RWT) will compile complete instructions regarding
weapons use, storage, loading and unloading and keep the instructions in the post orders for each
armed post.
7.8. Verbal warning will be used prior to the discharge of firearms.
7.9. Unless the situation is immediately life-threatening, a warning shot will be fired before any other
shots. This warning shot shall be fired safely toward the ground.
7.10. If a shot is fired toward an inmate, the intention will be to disable rather than to kill.
7.11. Staff members who are fired upon by an inmate may return fire, but shall take into account the
safety of bystanders or populated areas.
7.12. Only staff members who are weapons-qualified may draw or be authorized to use firearms in the
course of their duties; the EDT will ensure that qualifying standards for all weapons training are
developed in accordance with applicable state regulations and are applied in all training.
7.13. The warden will specify the location and make all regulations regarding the operation of armed
posts, including clear restrictions on taking firearms into the secure area of the facility.
8. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE OF FIREARMS
8.1. No firearms or ammunition shall be stored within the secure perimeter of the facility without
prior approval by the LSC Regional Warden – Texas and the LSC Executive Director – Texas.
Such approval is required in both Burnet County and Bowie County due to the physical plant of
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the facility.
8.2. Although firearms shall be cleaned at each facility, repairs shall be accomplished only by trained
personnel.
9. USE OF LESS THAN LETHAL WEAPONS (Chemical Agents)
9.1. Chemical agents are to be used as an alternative to deadly force, unless the threat cannot be
contained by the use of the chemical agents. Chemical agents are used only with the
authorization of the warden or designee.
9.2. The warden may authorize the use of chemical agents:
9.2.1. if the inmate is armed and/or barricaded,
9.2.2. if the inmate cannot be approached without danger to self or others, or
9.2.3. if a delay in controlling the situation would seriously endanger the inmate or others or if
delay would result in a major disturbance or serious property damage
9.3. All personnel authorized to use chemical agents shall receive proper training in such use and in
the treatment of individuals exposed to a chemical agent.
9.4. Security staff should consult medical staff before using chemical agents to determine the medical
conditions of inmates involved unless escalating tension makes such action unavoidable. If
possible, any information regarding the possibility of adverse medical conditions should be
carefully weighed by the shift supervisor and the medical staff prior to the use of chemical
agents.
9.5. If chemical agent is dispersed, the canister shall be returned to Central Control once the situation
is resolved, where it shall be weighed again and logged according to policy. All chemical agent
canisters are weighed upon issue and shall be weighed again upon return of the canister. The
amount used shall be included in the UOF documentation.
9.6. The use of grenades or projectiles and amounts used shall also be included in the documentation
for the Use of Force.
10. AUTHORIZED EQUIPMENT
10.1. Only equipment that is authorized by the EDT shall be utilized in UOF situations. The following
equipment is authorized:
10.2. Recording Equipment
10.2.1. Video cameras/recorders
10.2.2. Still cameras
10.3. Protective Equipment
10.3.1. Riot helmets with face shields attached
10.3.2. Riot shields
10.3.3. Riot batons
10.3.4. Protective masks
10.3.5. Protective vests (i.e., riot, thrust, ballistic)
10.3.6. Guards (i.e., shin, elbow, knee)
10.3.7. Kevlar protective garments
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LSC 3-3006, Critical Incident Reporting and in Chart 3, Critical Incident Reporting Levels,
below.
15.1.2. A UOF number shall be assigned, according to the numbering formula and placed into the
Use of Force Log Book, Form 3-3108-16 by the UOF supervisor. Each UOF shall be
numbered sequentially using the following formula: [(Last two digits of Year, i.e. ‘13’ for
2013) (Numerical Month designation, 01-12) (Two digit day designation, 01-31) (hyphen)
(Unit three letter character abbreviation) + sequential number for month]. Note the last 2
sequential digits begin over at 01 each month. (Example: 130401-ABC01 would be first UOF
for month of April, occurring April 1, 2013 at the ABC unit).
15.1.3. Staff shall prepare a complete UOF packet that identifies the inmate, staff, and others
involved, and provide a complete description of the incident. A complete packet of UOF
forms contain the forms outlined in the chart below.
15.1.4. The packet shall consist of the appropriate UOF forms for each incident involving the:
15.1.4.1. Use of force on an inmate/detainee,
15.1.4.2. Use of weapons (other than unintentional discharge),
15.1.4.3. Use of chemical agents toward an inmate or inmates,
15.1.4.4. Use of pepper spray or other less lethal weapons,
15.1.4.5. Use and/or application of progressive restraints,
15.1.4.6. Any staff member who witnesses the use of force shall complete a UOF form to be
attached to the UOF packet.
15.1.4.7. Copy of the videotape of the UOF.
15.1.5. Jurisdictional Reporting - If, after notification to the jurisdictional authority, the jurisdictional
authority requests additional documentation, a copy of the entire UOF Packet shall be sent to
the appropriate jurisdictional authority.
15.1.6. A UOF Report is not necessary for the general use of restraints (for example, the routine
movement, escort or transfer of inmates).
15.2. Overview of Documentation
15.2.1. UOF incident reporting is completed with the UOF Incident Reporting forms. Any
other non-UOF incident shall be reported by using the standard incident reporting
forms (see LSC 3-3006, Critical Incident Reporting). This prevents the duplication of
reporting of a Use of Force.
15.2.2. UOF Packet Distribution
15.2.2.1. A complete UOF Packet includes the items listed in Chart 4. Use of Force Packet.
15.2.2.2. Electronic copies of the UOF Packet (documentation only) shall be sent to the RWT
at chris@lasallesouthwest.com.
15.2.2.3. An electronic copy of the completed Use of Force Report (form 3-3108-1, pages 1 -
4) shall be sent to the EDT at uoftexss@lasallecorrections.com.
15.2.2.4. All of the original signed documents shall be maintained at the facility in a
chronological file bearing the number of the incident, including original (signed) UOF
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packet with all the completed forms, backup documentation, photograph(s) and video
tape(s).
15.2.3. UOF documentation, photos and video tapes shall be retained for a minimum of 3 years or
longer if litigation is filed.
15.2.4. Placement of Inmate in 4-point Restraints.
15.2.4.1. Placement of a compliant inmate in 4-point restraints is NOT considered a UOF
incident and shall be governed by policy LSC 3-3006, Critical Incident Reporting.
15.2.4.2. Incidents in which combative inmates require force for placement in 4-point restraints
shall be documented in accordance with the above UOF reporting requirements.
15.2.4.3. With ANY placement of 4-point restraints (compliant or non-compliant inmate), staff
shall document 15-minute checks of the inmates in 4-point restraints, using the form
required for that purpose (form 3-3108-10, 4-Point Restraints Placement Record).
Documentation shall continue until the restraints are removed and for two hours after
removal to ensure that there are no lingering effects of restraint immobilization.
15.2.4.4. The video tape of the non-compliant placement shall be retained for a period of 3 years,
or longer if litigation is filed.
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PRIORITY 1 INCIDENTS are those that shall be reported immediately, by telephone, to the LSC Regional
Warden – Texas, who shall then immediately notify the LSC Executive Director - Texas. Priority 1 Incidents
include but are not limited to the following:
Priority 1 Incident Description
1-1. Death Service-related death of inmate, employee, volunteer, or visitor.
1-2. Death by Suicide Suicide deaths only.
1-3. Escape Escape from an adult secure facility.
UOF to resolve a Level 1 Incident within this section of Chart 3. NOTE: If
force is used in conjunction with any of the Level 1 incidents described, the
1-4. Level 1 Use-of-Force (UOF)
incident becomes a Use-of-Force (UOF) and policy LSC3-3108, Use of
Force, is applicable.
1-5. Hostage Situation Actual, suspected, or attempted hostage action
1-6. Riot Riot
Intentional use of a firearm by any person on LSC managed property or
1-7. Firearm Use (Intentional)
transport vehicle.
1-8. Accident or Injury-Serious Serious injury involving inmate, employee or other, which requires off-site
(off- unit medical care of a medical care of a serious nature. (For example, extreme medical measures
serious nature) that require extended time in the hospital).
Extensive property damage resulting from fire, man-made or natural disaster
1-9. Property Damage-Extensive
or inmate actions.
Assault with injuries of any type; assault where a weapon was involved or
1-10. Assault with injuries or sexual assault of any type against a STAFF MEMBER. Report only clearly
sexual assault of any kind defined ASSAULTS. The determination between a fight and an assault
against a STAFF MEMBER. should be based on the investigation. (Always lean toward reporting a higher
level).
1-11. Assault with injuries, of any
Assault with injuries of any type; assault where a weapon was involved on an
kind against an INMATE.
INMATE. Report only clearly defined ASSAULTS. The determination
(Sexual assault should be
between a fight and an assault should be based on the investigation.
reported in 1-14 below.)
Any alleged criminal act committed by a person at the facility, including any
1-12. Criminal Act
act committed by staff that may result in criminal charges.
Rape and/or sexual violence directed toward inmates by anyone (staff or
1-13. PREA Violations
inmate).
Complete power outage in excess of one hour or any time during non-daylight
1-14. Power Outage
hours.
Actual or suspected sabotage resulting in major property damage or prolonged
1-15. Sabotage disruption of operations, such as suspected arson, cut power or telephone
lines, or inoperative heating/cooling equip.
1-16. Attempted suicide An apparent attempt of suicide. Cutting or mutilation is at level 2-5.
1-17. Staff Misconduct Staff Misconduct
1-18. Staff/inmate relationships. Staff/inmate relationships.
1-19. Staff Misconduct of a
All other staff misconduct of a serious nature.
Serious nature.
Any occurrence the Warden believes may result in an unusual level of public
1-99. Other of a serious nature.
attention.
Policy Number: LSC 3-3108 (03/13)
Subject : Use of Force
Effective Date: May 1, 2013
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PRIORITY 2 INCIDENTS will be reported by telephone, email or fax (within 24 hours) during normal business
hours (or the next business day) to the LSC Regional Warden – Texas. Priority 2 Incidents include, but are
not limited, to the following:
Priority 2 Incident Description
2-1. Attempted Escape Attempted escape
2-2. Level 2 Use of Force Use of restraints or physical force by correctional staff in the performance of their
duties in other than routine inmate movements. UOF to resolve a Level 2 Incident
within this section of Chart 3. NOTE: If force is used in conjunction with any of
the Level 1 incidents described, the incident becomes a Use-of-Force (UOF) and
policy LSC3-3108, Use of Force, is applicable.
2-3. Firearm discharge (Accidental) Accidental discharge of a firearm
2-4. Disallowing any staff member Any time the warden takes action to disallow any staff member from
from entering the facility. entering the facility. (This may include vendor employees where the
warden cannot take action to discipline or terminate.)
2-5. Self-mutilation Cutting that would not be termed as suicidal. (Tattoos should be reported
as a level 3).
2-6. Contraband, Serious Possession or suspected possession by inmates or serious contraband to
include illegal or controlled substances.
2-7. Physical Staff Confrontations Physical confrontations between staff members.
2-8. Physical Inmate Confrontations- Physical altercations between inmates that require the inmate to leave the
Serious. facility for treatment or require a use of force to break up the
confrontation. (If the inmate stays in the hospital for prolonged treatment
this will elevate the critical incident to level 1).
2-9. Contagion Reported or suspected illness from highly contagious diseases
2-10. Property Destruction: Property destruction in excess of $500.00.
2-11. Walk Away
An adult “Walk Away” from a Program or Community Correction Facility
Title VII includes Sexual harassment, Hostile working environment
2-12. Title VII Allegations
allegation, age discrimination, gender discrimination, etc.
2-99. Other Incident with related
severity.
PRIORITY 3 INCIDENTS shall be reported monthly by statistical information only - by the 3rd day of the month.
Some examples of level three are:
Priority 3 Incident Description
3-1. Accident (inmate or staff) Slips, falls, no injury.
3-2. Injuries or accident (No off-unit Injuries or accidents to employees or inmates that may require off unit
medical care or off-unit care of a medical care of a relatively minor level or an injury that does not require
minor nature) off unit medical care.
3-3. Physical Inmate Confrontation Physical inmate confrontation without use of force or injury. (If an inmate
without use of force or injury. is taken off site for treatment it should be a level 2).
3-4. Non dangerous contraband Confiscation or discovery of tobacco, or other non-dangerous contraband.
3-5. Tattooing Inmate Tattooing or discovery of tattooing equipment.
3-99. Other Related severity.
Policy Number: LSC 3-3108 (03/13)
Subject : Use of Force
Effective Date: May 1, 2013
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Completed Use of Force documentation must be emailed upon completion to LSC officials as follows:
1. Form 3-3108-1, Use of Force Report (pages 1-4) to EDT:
(uoftexss@lasallecorrections.com)
2. Entire packet (documentation only, not photos or videotape) to RWT:
(chris@lasallesouthwest.com)
Policy Number: LSC 3-3108 (03/13)
Subject : Use of Force
Effective Date: May 1, 2013
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16. TRAINING
16.1. All staff must be made aware of their responsibilities regarding the Use of Force policy
through ongoing training that shall occur during pre-service training and on an annual
basis thereafter. All personnel shall also be trained in approved methods of self-defense,
confrontation avoidance techniques, and the Use of Force to control inmates.
16.2. The EDT shall insure that these training requirements are met and shall approve all Use
of Force training programs.
16.3. Staff will be made aware of prohibited use-of-force acts and techniques.
16.4. Specialized training shall be required for certain less-than-lethal equipment e.g., OC
Spray.
16.5. Staff members will receive annual training in confrontation avoidance procedures and
forced cell-move techniques, which shall minimally include the following.
16.5.1. Communication techniques;
16.5.2. Cultural diversity;
16.5.3. Dealing with the mentally ill;
16.5.4. Dealing with those who may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol;
16.5.5. Confrontation-avoidance procedures;
16.5.6. Proper application of restraints; and
16.5.7. Reporting procedures.
REVIEW
The LaSalle Corrections Executive Director - Texas and Facility Warden will review this policy
on an annual basis
ATTACHMENTS:
Form 3-3108-1 UOF Reporting Form
Form 3-3108-2 UOF Employee Participant
Form 3-3108-3 UOF Inmate Participant
Form 3-3108-4 UOF Witness Statement
Form 3-3108-5 UOF Group Refusal
Form 3-3108-6 UOF Injury Report
Form 3-3108-9 UOF Document Checklist
Form 3-3108-10 UOF 4 point restraints Placement Record
Form 3-3108-11 UOF Compliant Guidelines NO UOF
Form 3-3108-12 UOF Non-Compliant Guidelines UOF
Policy Number: LSC 3-3108 (03/13)
Subject : Use of Force
Effective Date: May 1, 2013
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Policy Approval