Sec. 12.12.11.06. Emergency Preparedness Program

A. The Director shall develop and implement an emergency preparedness program for major emergencies which may affect the safety and security of the Institution. The program shall include procedures for the following:

(1) Establishment of command responsibility;

(2) Isolation, containment, and control of the emergency situation; and

(3) Reestablishment of normal operational order following resolution of the emergency situation.

B. An emergency preparedness program shall ensure the personal safety for each of the following:

(1) Visitors;

(2) Civilian and security staff; and

(3) Inmates.

C. The Director shall ensure that the occurrence of a major emergency included within the emergency preparedness plan is documented in accordance with Institution regulations.

D. The Director shall ensure that the emergency preparedness program plan is coordinated with, and communicated to, allied agencies which may be called upon for assistance during Institution emergency conditions.

E. The Director shall ensure that Institution staff receive training on the emergency preparedness program plan.