jamestown0509:
Actually in NY state the Commission requires inmates who work as Trustees to be examined by a physician prior to being assigned to kitchen duty just for that reason. I know that even an inmate who cut his finger during chow time was removed, taken to the nurse and taken off kitchen duty until cleared. In addition, the Kitchen Supervisor is responsible to make sure all inmates wear a hat to cover their hair in the kitchen and must wear gloves at all times... full thread

The topic for July corrections.com looks at legal issues in corrections. Corrections and challenges to departmental policies and allegations against officers, often result in litigation and other legal challenges. We have an investment in our officers and staff and must ensure all are properly trained and current on any legal decisions. Those working in corrections have been sued by inmates for virtually anything. Some of these lawsuits have been frivolous and dismissed while others have merit at times. We must be aware of current issues and potential litigation... .. full story

Also this week:

• A Legal Look at Corrections
• Are you a guard or an officer?
• Children of Incarcerated Parents Attend First Summer Camp Hosted by DOC
• Change o’ Heart

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Community Education Centers (CEC) is a leading provider of reentry and jail management services. CEC’s Jail Management Division provides a broad range of service options including inmate transportation, security and control functions, booking operations, staff recruitment and training, classification, food, medical and dental services, systems and physical plant maintenance, case management, commissary, recreation, data management, transportation, and or pre-release planning and coordination...

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events

• July 12-13, 2015 – Correctional Mental Health Care Conference
• July 12-16, 2015 – United States Deputy Wardens Association Conference 2015
• July 14-16, 2015 – World Congress on Community Corrections
• June 16-19, 2015 – MASCA/NJACA 2015 Annual Conference
• Aug 02-05, 2015 – 2015 National Forum on Criminal Justice
• Aug 10-12, 2015 – International Gang Specialist Training Conference
• Aug 14-19, 2015 – 145th Congress of Corrections
• Nov 08-10, 2015 – International Community Corrections Association Annual Conference
• Jan 22-27, 2016 – American Correctional Association (ACA) 2016 Winter Conference

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• Spectrum's President and CEO Recognized by the National Council for Behavioral Health for Visionary Leadership
• Spectrum Hires New Executive Director to Lead Rapidly Growing Inpatient and Residential Division
• BI Incorporated agreement with U.S. Communities allows cities, counties and states access to electronic monitoring products, services at best value
• BI Incorporated, SOBERLINK enter distribution agreement for SL2 alcohol monitoring system
• BI Incorporated wins award for collaboration with Verizon Wireless, Multi-Tech Systems
• Spectrum Health Systems Hosts Third Annual Excellence in Treatment Awards
• Wexford Health and DOC complete transition of inmate health care services in south Florida
• BI Incorporated selected to operate Calaveras County Innovative Day Reporting Program for Probationers
• Wexford Health promotes senior management team members
• Matt Swando Named Divisional Vice President of BI Incorporated
• GTL Houston Expansion Project Reflects Continued Commitment to Best-in-Class Data Center Infrastructure
• Orange County, California Awards ITS Contract to GTL

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"Wilderness to the people of America is a spiritual necessity, an antidote to the high pressure of modern life, a means of regaining serenity and equilibrium. "
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