Nevada Department of Corrections Leading Nevada Corrections Into
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Nevada Department of Corrections Leading Nevada Corrections Into The Future Coping With Assault NDOC Employee Development Division
WARNING!!! Some contents in this presentation are of a graphic nature. There are movies of assaults that have taken place and there are photos of injuries that have occurred from assaults. Graphic language might also be used.
• Assaults Happen • When you enter the gate you know this is a reality. • If you have any doubts now's the time to reflect. • As a correctional officer, you must be prepared for the unexpected. • Working in a correctional facility will change you as a person.
When on duty it is important to be Mentally & Physically prepared.
12000 10000 8000 6000 Staff Assaulted 4000 2000 0 1990 10, 7 31
16000 14000 12000 10000 8000 Staff Assaulted 6000 4000 2000 0 1995 10, 73 14, 16 1 5
35000 30000 25000 20000 Staff Assaulted 15000 10000 5000 0 1995 10, 73 14, 165 1 2004 33, 157
The inmate population in U. S. Prison/Jails since 1996 has increased… 27%
Of all the assaults that occur in Prisons/Jails, the percentage that involves staff is… 33. 5%
A national statistic states that the average amount of times an officer can expect to be assaulted in a 20 year career is… 3
The number of staff deaths that have occurred in U. S. prisons from 2000 thru 2004 are… 37
50% of all staff assaults will occur between the hours of… 3: 00 pm & 11: 00 pm
48% of all staff assaults will occur in a… Secured Housing Unit
37% of all staff assaults are committed by… Mental Health Inmates
10% of all assaults on staff are committed by… Gang Members
Types of Assault Verbal Propelled Items/ Body Fluids Hand to Hand Weapons Group Attacks Sexual Assault
Verbal It’s going to happen, Deal with it… The power of the pen is mightier than the sword… If you retaliate, They win…
Propelled Items/ Body Fluids From Water to Human Waste Stones/Rocks 24 -7 to make it Everything can be a weapon
Hand 2 Hand You will get hit… It will hurt… You might see blood… Fight for your life…
Weapons Prepare to get hit or stuck… 24 -7 to make them… You see it they can use… From toothbrushes to styro-foam…
Group Attack Not as common but still happens Yes, it’s scary… Fight for your life…
Sexual Assault Not as Common but still can happen… Male or Female, never let your guard down… You need to take control…
Results of an Assault Minor Injuries Serious Injuries Disease Mental Health Disorder ASD/PTSD Death
Defending your life Target Areas Eyes/throat Ribs Groin Lateral Femoral Common Peroneal Anterior Femoral
Are you prepared to have this happen to you?
Are you prepared to have this happen to you?
Always get backup!!!
Use the Four M’s of Self. Defense • Use Your Mind • Use Your Muscles • Use Your Mass • And MOVE
Sometimes You’ve Got To Hear It Firsthand… VIDEO CLIP OF INTERVIEW WITH STAFF
Sometimes You’ve Got To Hear It Firsthand… VIDEO CLIP OF INTERVIEW WITH STAFF
Sometimes You’ve Got To Hear It Firsthand… VIDEO CLIP OF INTERVIEW WITH STAFF
Sometimes You’ve Got To Hear It Firsthand… VIDEO CLIP OF INTERVIEW WITH STAFF