providing for security and safety of all inmates housed within the custodial facilities of this Department's jurisdiction, including LAC/USC Medical Jail Wards;
assigning inmates to specific locations in the system;
providing clean, sanitary housing and clothing for inmates;
purchasing and preparing foodstuffs necessary for inmate meals;
arranging to have inmates ready for court appearances as required;
operating a jail store for inmates' convenience;
supervising inmate-attorney and personal visits;
issuing passes to those having business which requires entry into custody facilities;
providing plan checks of proposed detention facilities;
maintaining booking and commitment records for all inmates in the system;
operating the inmate law library;
maintaining the Inmate Trust Account;
inspecting incoming inmate mail;
providing the opportunity for inmates to participate in recreational or rehabilitative projects;
providing the facilities for inmates to worship; and