Mids Policy Test #1

1.

1 point

Is it reasonable to expect the policies and procedures to be applied in Spirit as well as Practice?

No. The policy is ironclad and should be enforced to the letter in every possible situation.

Yes. We cannot expect it to cover every possible situation and should use it as a guide for our operations and practices.

2.

1 point

Code of Ethics for Jail Officers and Employees states "On the job I promise to:
1. KEEP...

A positive demeanor when confronted with stressful situations of scorn, ridicule, danger, and/or chaos.

And supervise the inmates in an evenhanded and courteous manner.

The Institution secure so as to safeguard my community and the lives of the staff, inmates and visitors.

Quiet when I observe wrongdoing.

3.

1 point

INTRODUCTION PORTION:
The Texas Legislature created the Commission on Jail Standards in what year?

1975

1957

1995

1986

4.

1 point

Policies and Procedures are intended to provide you with Guidance regarding the performance of your responsibilities as a corrections officer.

True

False

5.

1 point

What is the name of the governing body that regulates the required training for all law enforcement and jail personnel in the state of Texas?

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards & Education

Texas Attorney General's Office

United States Marshall Service

Federal Bureau of Investigation

6.

1 point

Our policies and procedures are written to provide a foundation for the day-to-day operations of the facility. Their purpose is to standardize the facilities _________ and __________ to recurrent and predictable situations.

Staff and Management

Eggs and Bacon

Inmates and Employees

Approach and Response

7.

1 point

How well you study and use what you learn directly affects the safety of our operation.

True

False

8.

1 point

Who is responsible for understanding and following the policies and procedures set forth in the Randall County Jail Manual?

Supervisors are responsible for their officer's understanding.

Training and Personell supervisors are responsible for everyone understanding

Each individual officer is responsible.

All of the above

9.

1 point

The Commission on Jail Standards was created to promulgate reasonable written rules and procedures establishing minimum standards, inspection procedures, enforcement policies, and technical assistance for:

The construction, epuipment, maintenance, and operation of jail facilities under its jurisdiction;

The custody, care, and treatment of inmates; and

Programs of rehabilitation, education, and recreation for inmate confined in county and municipal jail facilities under its jurisdiction.

All of the above

10.

1 point

According to the list of Texas Jail GENERAL ORDERS (#VI), who should not be allowed, encouraged, or ignored should they abuse, threaten, or terrorize any inmate?

Corrections Officers

Other Inmates

Administrative Staff

Cpl. Sheffield

11.

1 point

Where would you find a REQUEST FOR REVIEW OR COMMENT form?

Booking Master Document Book

Cluster File Drawers

Pod Document File Drawer

Red Policy Manual