Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
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CUSTODY SERVICES DIVISION SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS CENTURY REGIONAL DETENTION FACILITY |
Unit Order: 5-09-005 |
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Effective Date: 01/01/1994 Reviewed Date: 05/19/2026
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Subject: Reporting of Communicable Diseases and Protective Gear |
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Reference: Penal Code 7500-7554; Health and Safety Code 121050-121070; MPP 3-02/040.25, 3-02/040.30, 4-06/045.00, 5-03/175.25; CDM 3-15/020.00, 4-08/000.00 and 4-09/000.00 |
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Unit Commander Signature: On File Date: 06/29/2026 |
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PURPOSE OF ORDER:
The purpose of this order is to disseminate information concerning inmates housed at the Century Regional Detention Facility (CRDF) who have been exposed to or infected with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) or other communicable diseases.
SCOPE OF ORDER:
This order shall apply to all personnel assigned to and/or working in any capacity at the CRDF.
ORDER:
Personnel who observe or are informed of activity that may cause the transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/AIDS or other communicable diseases shall take immediate action. The activity shall be documented by completing an Inmate Discipline Report via the Inmate Reports Tracking System (IRTS), any applicable reports [REDACTED TEXT] Inmate Injury report [REDACTED TEXT] and a California Department of Public Health form, “Report of Request and Decision for HIV, Hep. B, and/or Hep. C Testing” [REDACTED TEXT] pursuant to the Department Manual of Policy and Procedures, Section 5-03/175.25, “Reporting of Inmate’s Exposure to AIDS and other Communicable Diseases.”
The information reported shall remain confidential. All employees shall maintain the confidentiality of inmates’ personal information except when disclosure is necessary to obtain medical or psychological care or advice from Correctional Health Services Personnel (CHS). Disclosure of confidential information shall in no instance be available to other inmates.
Employee Exposed to Bodily Fluid
If an employee has been exposed to any bodily fluids which may transmit HIV, Hepatitis C, or other communicable diseases (e.g., blood, semen, vaginal secretions, breast milk, pre-ejaculate fluid, etc.), they should be referred to LASD employee health for evaluation and, if needed, treatment. CHS personnel assigned by the chief physician, shall review the inmate’s medical history and attempt to obtain the inmate’s legal consent for all appropriate treatment, pre-test counseling, and tests. This information shall be made available to all personnel, contract personnel, and volunteers who have or may have direct contact with the inmate in question, or their bodily fluids.
Inmates Claiming to Be Infected with HIV/AIDS or Other Communicable Diseases
Any inmate housed at CRDF who alleges to be infected with the HIV/AIDS virus or any other communicable disease shall be expedited to the CRDF main clinic. CHS personnel, upon examination and evaluation, will determine their clinical care.
Communicable Disease Protective Equipment and Precautions
The Communicable Disease Protective Equipment Kit shall include:
[REDACTED TEXT]Safety Equipment Usage for Risk Reduction
Inmates suspected of having a communicable disease shall wear safety equipment as determined by CHS personnel.
NOTE: Non-urgent questions regarding communicable diseases can be directed to:
REVISED 05/19/2026
REVISED 06/28/2023
REVISED 08/31/2020
REVISED 08/13/2013