DOC 306.10(2)(c)(c) For an inmate who is in segregation or temporary lock-up status, while the inmate is outside his or her cell.
DOC 306.10(2)(d)(d) For other security reasons as determined by the warden.
DOC 306.10(3)(3)Movement outside institution. Staff may use mechanical restraints in transporting an inmate outside an institution.
DOC 306.10 HistoryHistory: CR 00-079: cr. Register July 2001, No. 547 eff. 8-1-01; CR 17-026: am. (3) Register June 2018, No. 750, eff. 7-1-18.
DOC 306.11DOC 306.11Use of mechanical restraints to immobilize inmates.
DOC 306.11(1)(1)Staff may use mechanical restraints to confine inmates only with the express authorization of the shift supervisor and only in the following circumstances:
DOC 306.11(1)(a)(a) To protect staff and inmates from an inmate who poses an immediate risk of physical injury to others unless restrained.
DOC 306.11(1)(b)(b) To protect an inmate who poses an immediate threat of physical injury to self unless restrained.
DOC 306.11(1)(c)(c) To protect property.
DOC 306.11(2)(2)Staff may not use mechanical restraints:
DOC 306.11(2)(a)(a) As a method of punishment.
DOC 306.11(2)(b)(b) In a way that causes undue physical discomfort, inflicts physical pain, or restricts the blood circulation or breathing of the inmate.
DOC 306.11(3)(3)When staff places an inmate in a mechanical restraint, staff shall follow all of the following procedures:
DOC 306.11(3)(a)(a) The shift supervisor shall notify the licensed psychologist or designee acting under the supervision of the licensed psychologist, or a psychiatrist, and a member of the medical staff. They shall interview the inmate and arrange for a physical and mental examination as soon as possible. They shall make recommendations to the warden concerning the inmate’s continued placement in restraints. The warden shall evaluate the recommendations and decide if the inmate shall remain in restraints.
DOC 306.11(3)(b)(b) A staff member shall observe an inmate in restraints every 15 minutes.
DOC 306.11(3)(c)(c) If possible, staff may release an inmate from restraints to perform bodily functions and for meals. Three staff members, one of whom shall be a security supervisor, shall be present at the time of release.
DOC 306.11(3)(d)(d) The institution shall keep a record of inmates placed in restraints and it shall include:
DOC 306.11(3)(d)1.1. The inmate’s full name, number, and date;
DOC 306.11(3)(d)2.2. The names of the staff members and supervisor present when the inmate was placed in restraints;
DOC 306.11(3)(d)3.3. The reasons for placing the inmate in restraints;
DOC 306.11(3)(d)4.4. The times that the inmate was checked, the name of the person making the check, and comments on the individual’s behavior while in restraints;
DOC 306.11(3)(d)5.5. The times the inmate was placed in restraints and removed; medication given; and
DOC 306.11(3)(d)6.6. The names of staff visitors, the times of their visits, and any written comments they make.
DOC 306.11(3)(e)(e) The warden shall not allow an inmate to remain in restraints for longer than 12 hours, unless the inmate is examined by a licensed psychologist or a designee acting under the supervision of the licensed psychologist, or a psychiatrist, and a member of the medical staff who shall make a recommendation to the warden concerning the inmate’s continued placement in restraints. The institution shall conduct such an examination at least every 12 hours an inmate is in restraints. The warden shall notify the administrator of the decision to continue the use of restraints beyond 12 hours.
DOC 306.11(4)(4)The security director shall maintain a supply of restraining devices which staff shall periodically examine.
DOC 306.11 HistoryHistory: CR 00-079: cr. Register July 2001, No. 547 eff. 8-1-01.
DOC 306.12DOC 306.12Duty of staff regarding escapes. Staff shall take actions to prevent the escape of any inmate.
DOC 306.12 HistoryHistory: CR 00-079: cr. Register July 2001, No. 547 eff. 8-1-01.
DOC 306.13DOC 306.13Escapes.