Division of Youth Corrections

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Division of Youth Corrections

• Internal Emergency Response
• and
• Two-Way Radio Etiquette

DONT LEARN SAFETY BY ACCIDENT!!
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Emergency Response

• Do you know what you should do in the following
  situations?
• Violence in the Workplace
• Blackout/Power Failure
• Earthquake/Floods
• Acts of Terrorism
• Tornado/Lightning Storm
• Riot
• Bomb Threat
• Hazardous Materials Accident
• Hostage
• Fire/Explosion
• Medical Emergencies
• Critical Incidents

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Emergency Response

• DYC Policy 9.12, Facility Emergency Plan spells
  out the requirements for all DYC facilities.
• Each facility has their own site specific
  emergency plans.
• Get with your Supervisor to review your facility
  Emergency Procedures if you have questions.

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Internal Response 2-Way Radio

• Do you know how to respond when assistance is
  needed within your facility?
• What is your role during a response?
• Is there a difference in levels of response? i.e
• Code Red vs. Code Green
• Mayday vs. Staff assistance

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Calling for Assistance

• Consistency is important.
• Repeat assistance call two times.
• For example Mayday in unit X. Mayday in unit
  X.
• Indicate any special instructions.
• I.e. staff needed, where to enter,
  restraint/medical equipment required.
• When situation is under control, communicate an
  All Clear.

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Protocol During Response

• If enough staff have responded to control the
  situation, no other staff should leave their post
  unless another call comes requesting additional
  staff.
• When responding listen to radio communication
  that may indicate special instructions needed
  and/or All Clear
• Safety First! Use caution when responding to an
  internal emergency - many DYC work related
  injuries occur during response.

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Tips When Responding

• Its not a race against the clock. Take the time
  required to assess the situation communicate
  with other staff responding.
• There is always time to huddle and communicate a
  plan.
• In the event that a physical intervention is
  already in progress when back-up arrives, staff
  will not become part of the intervention unless
  instructed by the lead person.
• Shift Supervisor or designee will ensure that a
  de-briefing occurs.

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Role of Staff Responding

• Back-up is Back-up - you are not in charge of the
  situation unless instructed to be.
• Follow directions and do what is asked.
• Enter quickly but not aggressively.
• Dont leave the unit until the situation is under
  control - and De-brief when necessary.
• Use Judgement and common sense.

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2-Way Radio Etiquette

• Be professional - for business use only!
• Use the telephone for long and/or personal
  conversations.
• REMEMBER - everyone can hear your comments.
• Remain calm and speak clearly.
• Keep your radio with you at all times.
• Handle 2-Way radio equipment with care.
• Dont step on others transmissions.
• Allow about 5 seconds to ensure that their
  transmission is complete.

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Management Oversight Committee