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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the Six steps of conditioning / manipulation? | ① watch and listen ② Pick the target ③ test the target ④ get closer ⑤ create the split ⑥ make the demand |
| 9 protected characteristics of equality act 2010 DRGRAMPSS | Discrimination Race Gender Religion Age Maternity/paternity Pregnancy Sex Sexual orientation |
| Give three examples of a 'major incident'? | 1) Escape. 2) Attempted escape. 3) Concerted indiscipline. 4) Fire. 5) Suspect package. |
| What information would you attempt to gather regarding the incident when first on scene? (List 5) | What information would you attempt to gather regarding the incident when first on scene? (List 5) |
| If you discover a 'hostage' incident, state three actions/responses to which you must adhere: | 1) Do not intervene or attempt to overpower the perpetrator. 2) If possible secure the area and place yourself in a sate area/position. 3) Do not engage in conversation with the perpetrator other than to say, 'someone will be here to speak with you soon' |
| What information would you attempt to gather regarding the incident when first on scene? | 1) Location. 2) Details of perpetrator & hostage if possible. 3) Mood and temperament o perpetrator. 4) Any threats made. 5) Any weapons involved 6) Any barricade/obstruction 7) Is the area secure. 8) Can the perpetrator see outside of there area |
| Name the policy that covers the actions to take in relation to first-on-scene in hostage situations? | PSI 09/2014 Incident Management |
| What does the acronym STORM mean? | Stop, Think, Observe, Report, Manage |
| What are the four Urgent Messages? | 1) Threat to Life 2) Fire 3) Breach of Security 4) Possible Breach of Security |
| What information would you included when transmitting an urgent message? | Type and location of incident. • Number of prisoners involved. • Description of clothing, it appropriate. • Direction prisoners are coming from and going to. • Whether they're armed or not |
| Prisoners and stat can be victims ot bullying and harassment. Which Act makes this illegal and prevents the abuse of individuals? | Equality Act |
| What should you consider before moving or lifting an item in the course of your duties? | Shape Sharp edges weight Safety Temperature Any lifting aids available |
| What should you do if you sustain an injury at work? | Report it to line manger and record accident book |
| Describe four potential consequences of not complying with HASAW. | 1) Dismissal 2) Litigation 3) Injury 4) Death |
| Explain why it is important to promptly report actual or potential hazards and risks. (List 3) | 1) Prevent further injury 2) Duty of care to others and self 3) Legal requirement |
| Name four ways that staff can gain advice on matters of CP? | 1) Local corruption prevention manager 2) Regional corruption prevention manager 3) National Corruption prevention unit 4) Line Manager. |
| What should you do if you mess up? | Fess up (Report it) |
| What offender management act would be conveying into or out of a prison without authorisation? | firearm, Any other oftensive weapon Drugs, Alcohol, Mobile phones, IT equipment, Tobacco |
| Corruption within the Prison service occurs if staff: | 1) Misuse their position/office 2) Do something illegal 3) Doing something for gain |
| What are the Six steps of conditioning / manipulation? | Watch & listen, Pick the Target, Test the larget Get closer Create a Split Make the Demand |
| How would you formally report any concerns around corruption? | Corruption Hotline & CIR |
| Give six strategies can staff adopt to avoid becoming corrupted? (List 5) | A: 1) Be friendly but not friends 2) Remember boundaries 3) Keep a professional distance 4) Do not disclose financial or any vulnerability 5) Report vulnerability and conflicts of interest 6) Emotional reaction to attempts to condition e.g. flattery, inti |
| Q; Give rive examples ot things tat must be reported in the conflict-of-interest register | Business interests and family business interests • Secondary employment • Serious financial difficulties • Personal relationship factors outside of the work environment • Any domestic or personal difficulty that could impact on the working environment • C |
| What are the consequences of signing any document when you have not carried out the task? | If you do, you are committing an offence of Gross Misconduct for which you can be dismissed. It is irresponsible and unprofessional to falsify information. |
| State five items of equipment that can be utilised to assist staff whilst searching a cell? | Torch, Mirror, Metal Detector (wand), Gloves, Overalls, Screwdriver, Evidence handling equipment |
| State two reasons why cell searches are conducted in prisons | 1) To maintain security 2) To maintain safe and decent |
| What information will report on an evidence bag? (List 5) | 1) Name of person it was found on 2) Date and location of find 3) Who found it? 4) Staff present when item found 5) Date and time handed to Security 6) A brief description of what was found |
| What are the 5 stages to the Decision-Making Process (DMP) | 1) Information received, 2) Assess the risk or threat, 3) Law & polices, 4) Resolution strategies, 5) Take action & Review |
| What are the 4 General Principles within UoF? | 1) Honestly perceive that the use of force is necessary in the circumstances, 2) The degree of force is reasonable in the circumstances, 3)No more force than is necessary shall be used, 4) The use of force is proportionate to the seriousness of the circum |
| Summarise Prison Rule 47/YOI 50 | An officer when dealing with a prisoner shall not use force unnecessarily and when the use of force is necessary no more force than is necessary shall be used. 2, no officer shall act deliberately in a manner calculated to provoke a prisoner |
| What articles within the Human Rights Act give us Authority to use force on another Person? | Article 2 - The right to Life, Article 3 - Prohibition from torture, inhuman or degrading treatment, Article 8 - The right to respect for private and family life. |
| Who can authorise the use of a Body Belt, and where may this person seek advice/information from? | NO 1 Governor or highest-ranking Governor on duty if unavailable. PSO 1700 |
| What is the definition of Use of Force? | Any type of physical intervention used on another person. |
| State the two overarching principles when conducting a full search of a prisoner? | 1) Full searches can only be conducted by two officers of the same sex as the prisoner being searched and away from view of any other person. 2) Dignity is to be always maintained - at no time must a prisoner be completely naked during a full search |
| What are the three legal requirements to search a person? | 1) Every prisoner shall be searched when taken into custody by an officer, on his reception into a prison and subsequently as the governor thinks necessary or as the Secretary of State may direct 2) A prisoner shall be searched in as seemly a manner as is |
| How would you search religious headwear? | 1) The search must be done in private and by officers of the same sex. 2) An officer should not attempt to unwind or remove headwear. The person must be given the opportunity to remove or unwind it themselves. 3) Should only be searched due to suspicion. |
| Do prison officers have the power to conduct an intimate search of visitors or (staff? | No |
| When conducting a rub down search, what are the three mandatory questions that you must ask the prisoner prior to carrying out the search? | 1) Have you been searched before? 2) Do you have any unauthorised items in your possession? 3) Are there any sharp items concealed on you? |
| What Prison rule allows any officer to search anyone wishing to enter a prison. It also allows for the searching of all civilian staff at a prison. | Prison Rule 71 / YOI Rule 75 |
| What Prison Rule gives an officer the authority to search prisoners. | Prison Rule 41 / YOI Rule 46 |
| Explain three reasons for sea-custodial areas, and vehicles. | 1) Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff and prisoners 2) Prevent escapes (this is the example given in the question) 3) Crime detection and deterrent 4) Reduce risk of harm to self and others |
| Give two examples of a 'major incident': | 1) Escape. 2) Attempted escape. 3) Concerted indiscipline. 4) Fire. 5) Suspect package. |
| What is the colour of a A-Cat Suite? | Green and Yellow |
| What does NSF stand for? | National security Framework |
| What is the colour of the E-List Suite? | Blue and Yellow |
| Summarise the purpose of the Reception process? | 1) Interview new prisoners on arrival (checking details such as warrant, identification etc) 2) Perform searches 3) Handle prisoner property 4) Escort prisoners to the wing |
| What's fixed posts? | A human barrier around the prisoner internal walls with a clear line of sight |
| What are the ways you can raise the alarm? There are seven ways? | 1) General Alarm, 2) Personal radio alarm, 3) Fire Alarm, 4) Shout, 5) Whistle, 6) Urgent message, 7) Tel 222 |
| When you take evidence to the security department what must you ensure you do? | Ensure the continuation of evidence has been completed and that the evidence registrar has been completed. |
| What are the three types of Security | Physical Dynamic Procedural |
| What does the LSS stand for? | Local Security Strategy |
| Summarise four reports/records that you may have to complete to provide a duty of care to a vulnerable person? | 1) Wing observation book 2) Case notes 3) Medical records - following health screening 4) F213 Injury to Prisoner 5) Sentence plans 6) Risk assessments 7) Injury to Prisoner - self-harm (F213SH) |
| Explain four signs that may indicate to you that an individual is at risk of suicide or self-harm? | 1) Withdrawn 2) Low mood 3) Refusing visits 4) Isolation 5) Visible signs of self-harm, e.g., fresh cuts, burns 6) Giving all property away 7) Putting affairs in order 8) Unusual behaviour 9) History of suicide attempts/self-harm |
| Summarise three common behaviours that may indicate that an individual has a mental health problem. (List 5) | 1) Aggressive behaviour 2) Distancing self from staff and others 3) Difficulty in getting perspective; needing constant reassurance 4) Repetitive behaviour 5) Inability to apply change 6) Inconsistent behaviour towards staff 7) unkempt apperance |
| What is the time scale for completing an action plan once an ACCT has been opened? | Within an hour |
| What form would you complete if a prisoner has self-harmed? | F213SH |
| How long till an initial acct assessment must be completed? | Within 24 hours |
| What is some possible risk? (List 4) | 1) history 2) traumatic event 3) learning difference 4) alcohol/drug dependant, withdrawing 5) adverse childhood event 6) metal health issues |
| Expiain four possible signs that could indicate to you that a prisoner is subject to bullying and/or harassment (abuse) | 1) Increase/decrease of association 2) Physical wounds/scars 3) Behaving out of character 4) Changing associates/routine 5) Holding weapons to prat *themselves 6) Self-harm 7) attempts actual suicidal 8) storing medication |
| What does CSIP stand for? | Challenge, Support and Intervention Plan |
| What does ROTL stand for? | Release on temporary licence |
| What does DIRF stand for | Discrimination incident report form |
| What does MIR stand for? | Mercury Intelligence Report |
| What does CSRA stand for? | Cell Share Risk Assessment |
| For all escorts (including emergency medical escorts), who has the responsibility to carry out the appropriate risk assessment prior to the escort leaving the establishment? | Local management refer to LSS |
| State three reasons why the double cuffing method is used during prisoner escorts: | Enhanced security To protect the public To prevent escape Reduces risk of violence towards staff Reduces the risk of hostage taking |
| List six pieces of equipment that need to be taken in an escort bag when escorting a category B prisoner to a routine hospital appointment.? | handcuffs and keys, inserts, Escort chain, Escort handbook, Mobile telephone First aid kit |
| Explain the process for a prisoner wishing to use the toilet while on escort. | 1) Search / risk assess the toilet 2) Contact V1 for approval 3) Apply escort chain 4) Place escort chain across door lock 5) Once prisoner has used the toilet reapply standard cuffs then remove escort chain. 6) Inform V1 7) Update PER |
| Summarise your primary task when escorting prisoners outside of the establishment? | To prevent escape and to maintain public safety |
| Under normal circumstances single handcuff method is used for what category of prisoner? | Category 'C' male. Females in closed conditions (ratchets). Young offenders in closed conditions. |
| Name three types of restreints used by HMPS | 1. Standard handcuffs. 2. Ratchet handcuffs. 3. Escort chain. |
| Where would you find out the level of restraint required for an escort? | Risk Assessment |
| Under normal circumstances double handcuff method is used for what category of prisoner? | Category 'A' Category 'B' E' list prisoners Male remand/unsentenced |
| Five pieces of documentation that needs to be taken in an escort bag when escorting a cat b prisoner to a routine hospital appointment | Appointment letter Route order PER Escape pack Risk assessment |
| Under normal circumstances double handcuff method is used for what category of prisoner? | Category 'A' Category 'B' E' list prisoners Male remand/unsentenced |
| When would you sign to state that you have carried out an AFC? | Do not sign the AFC document unless you have carried out a check of that cell or that area personally. |
| Identify three areas within an accommodation block / wing that are subject to the AFC process: | 1) Cells, communal areas (showers, interview rooms, association spaces, storerooms). 2) Servery. 3) Tool cupboards. |
| What document/policy would you refer to when ascertaining the frequency of AFCs in your establishment? | LSS |
| What are the potential risks and consequences of failing to maintain an AFC strategy within your establishment? State three: | 1) Breaches of security. 2) suicide and self-harm. 3) Impact upon clean and decent. 4) Disciplinary, criminal charges, loss of employment. 5) Loss of trust from the public, reputational damage to the organisation. |
| What are the 4 checks to be undertaken by the user before donning the RPE set? | 1. Large red bung 2. Small red 3. Silver strip 4. Firing pin |
| What is the total operating time of the RPE set? | 15 minutes |
| What are the three generic hazards when dealing with a cell fire? | 1. Smoke 2. Heat 3. Offender |
| If it is decided that the offender is disobeying an order and is now deemed non-compliant, what action must you take? | 1) Close the door - inform orderly officer 2) Continue inundation with water mist 3) Prepare C&R (MMPR) teams |
| What are the four checks to be undertaken by the user before removing the set from the carry case? | 1. Check the indicator is blue 2. Check the set is in date 3. Check the anti-tamper seal is in place 4. Check the carry case is undamaged |
| How quickly must inundation commence following detection to ensure the offender is not injured? | 5 minutes |
| What five bits of information would you communicate to the control room when vou have found a fire? | 1. Location of fire 2. Size & type of fire 3. Relevant persons involved/trapped 4. Fire action ongoing 5. Intention to evacuate and level of evacuation |