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Pitchess Detention Center - North Facility / Chapter 2 - Organization and Functions / Section 2-01 - Duty Statements / 2-01-500 Deputy

2-01-560 Title 15 Deputy


2-01-555 Ranger 8
2-01-565 Title 15/Laundry Deputy

RESPONSIBLE TO:           Watch Sergeant, Field Sergeant, and Supervising Line Deputy

WORK SCHEDULE:          Seven day post (2300-0700; 0700-1500; 1500-2300)

GENERAL DUTIES:

The Title 15 Deputy is responsible for conducting Title 15 security checks in the inmate housing areas and ensuring Title 15 requirements are being met for all inmates housed at PDC North Facility. There a total of four Title 15 Deputies on each shift that are divided into two teams. Each team consists of two deputies that are assigned to two modules. Team 1 is assigned to Modules 1-2. Team 2 is assigned to Modules 3-4.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

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  • Security checks shall include inspecting the inmates for obvious signs of distress such as bleeding, trauma, visible injuries, discomfort, and choking.
  • Security checks conducted after lights out shall ensure inmates are alive and well by observing signs of life such as breathing. Should there be any doubt regarding an inmate’s condition, staff shall attempt to elicit a response from the inmate. If unable to elicit a response, a supervisor and medical staff shall be requested.
  • All security checks shall be documented by utilizing a hand held scanner to scan the bar coded check points. If the scanner is not operating properly, all security checks shall be logged into the Electronic Uniform Daily Activity Log (e-UDAL).
  • Assist the module personnel as needed during facility emergencies and activations. However, absent exigent circumstances, a Title 15 Deputy shall maintain his post and hourly safety check responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF EVERY DEPARTMENT MEMBER: 

All personnel are expected to assist inmates seeking available programs offered throughout the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) jail system, including Education Based Incarceration (EBI). All inmates are issued a copy of jail rules and regulations and subject to discipline for violating those rules. It is extremely important the actions of all Department members are predicated on upholding respect and professionalism, even in situations where authoritative action or force is required.