BSCC
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office (2023-2024 inspection cycle)
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July 22, 2024
Ian Parkinson, Sheriff-Coroner
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office
1545 Kansas Avenue
San Luis Obispo, California 93405
2023-2024 TARGETED INSPECTION, PENAL CODE SECTION 6031, WELFARE &
INSTITUTIONS CODE SECTION 209, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SHERIFF
OFFICE’S DETENTION FACILITIES
Dear Sheriff Parkinson:
A Targeted Inspection of the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office has been
completed. A pre-inspection briefing was held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, and the
following facilities were inspected on Tuesday, June 25, 2024:
FACILITY NAME BSCC # FACILITY TYPE
San Luis Obispo County Jail 4800 II
San Luis Obispo Honor Farm 4801 III
These inspections were conducted pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031 to determine
compliance with the Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities as outlined in Titles
15 and 24, California Code of Regulations.
INSPECTION RESULTS
We identified no items of noncompliance with Title 15 Minimum Standards. Refer to the
attached Procedures Checklist for detailed information.
No items of noncompliance were identified with Title 24 Minimum Standards. Refer to the
Physical Plant Evaluation (PHY) and Living Area Space Evaluation (LASE) attachments
for information related to Rated Capacity. The rated capacity for the facilities was
confirmed to be 124 for the Honor Farm and 721 for the County Jail. The total system
capacity was rated at 845.
An Exit Briefing with your staff was held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024; BSCC staff
presented an inspection overview and discussed technical assistance and best practice
recommendations.
* * *
Please email me at james.peak@bscc.ca.gov or call (916) 516-4022 if you have any
questions.
Ian Parkinson
Sheriff
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Sincerely,
JAMES A. PEAK
Field Representative
Facilities Standards and Operations Division
Enclosures
Cc: Presiding Judge, San Luis Obispo County Superior Court*
Chair, Grand Jury, San Luis Obispo County*
Chair, Board of Supervisors, San Luis Obispo County*
County Administrator, San Luis Obispo County*
Stephanie Landgraf, Captain, San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office
*Copies of the inspection are available upon request or online at www.bscc.ca.gov.
4800 4801 San Luis Obispo Sheriff’s Office II III LTR 23-24
TYPE II AND III FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 4800
FACILITY NAME: San Luis Obispo County Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Captain Landgraf
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: James Peak DATE: 06-25-2024
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS San Luis Obispo Custody Manual (SLOCM)
The facility administrator shall develop and implement SLOCM 223 - Daily Activity Logs and
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that Electronic Safety Check Logs
include, but are not limited to, the following: SLOCM 508 – Safety Checks
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-
being of individuals and shall be conducted at least SLOCM 508.4 – Safety Checks
hourly through direct visual observation of all people held
and housed in the facility. (c) Safety checks shall be done by personal
observation of the correctional deputy and
shall be sufficient to determine the safety and
well-being of each incarcerated person and
the security of the facility.
SLO utilizes an electronic system for
recording safety checks. The system
captures the date/time, location of each safety
☒ ☐ ☐ check and who conducted the check.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of safety
checks from the following date ranges:
• August 20, 2023, to August 26, 2023
• October 15, 2023, to October 28, 2023
• November 19, 2023, to November 25,
2023
• December 24, 2023, to December 30,
2023
• February 4, 2024, to February 10,
2024
• April 28, 2024, to May 4, 2024
BSCC staff determined the facility was
compliant with this regulation.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the targeted inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
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(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse SLOCM 508.1 - PURPOSE AND SCOPE
between safety checks.
The purpose of this policy is to establish a
requirement for conducting visual safety
☒ ☐ ☐ checks at least every 30 minutes for all
incarcerated persons, and for creating and
maintaining a log to document all safety
checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety SLOCM 508.3 POLICY
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo County
of these regulations. Sheriff's Office that all correctional staff shall
☒ ☐ ☐ conduct safety checks at least every 30
minutes on all inmates, or more frequently as
determined by incarcerated persons custody
status and/or housing classification.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied SLOCM 508.4 – Safety Checks
intervals.
(b) Safety checks shall be conducted on an
☒ ☐ ☐ irregular schedule (staggered) so that
incarcerated persons cannot predict when the
checks will occur.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the SLOCM - 223.3
documentation of all safety checks.
Documentation shall include: (d) Entries shall reflect the date and time of
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety the event logged.
check occurred;
SLOCM – 508.4
☒ ☐ ☐
(f) Actual times of the checks and notations
should be recorded on the daily activity logs
or will be recorded automatically through the
Unit Innovations Premises System as a UPS
is scanned or as entries are recorded.
(2) the location where each individual safety check SLOCM 508.2 – Definitions
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory
number; and, Workflow - The location where each individual
☒ ☐ ☐
safety check occurred, such as a cell, module,
dormitory, or unit.
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff SLOCM 223.3 – Procedures
who completed the safety check(s).
(c) Entries shall include the name/initials and
☒ ☐ ☐
ID number of the individual making the entry.
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are SLOCM - 508.6 Supervisor Responsibilities
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or
facility manager, including methods of mitigating
☒ ☐ ☐
patterns of inconsistent documentation, or untimely
completion of, safety checks.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING SLOCM 406 – Fire Safety
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department
☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire
suppression which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local SLOCM 406.3 – Fire Suppression Pre-
fire department to be included as part of the policy and Planning
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of
☒ ☐ ☐
Regulations Section 1029); Each facility has a specific fire suppression
pre-plan and evacuation plan.
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff SLOCM 406.7 Inspections
with two-year retention of the inspection record;
BSCC staff reviewed the monthly fire checks
☒ ☐ ☐ dating back to the previous inspection and
determined the facility was compliant with this
regulation.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and SLOCM 406.3 – Fire Suppression Pre-
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires Planning
inspections at least once every two years;
(c) Fire prevention inspections as required by
Health and Safety Code § 13146.1(a) and (b),
☒ ☐ ☐ which requires inspections at least once every
two years.
The current biennial fire inspection was
completed on February 2, 2024.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, SLOCM 410 – Evacuation Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated SLOCM 410.3.3 - Emergency Housing of
people in the case of fire. ☒ ☐ ☐ Incarcerated Persons
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1056 USE OF SOBERING CELL SLOCM 536 – Safety and Sober Cells
SLOCM 536.1 – Definitions
The sobering cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section
1231.2.4, shall be used for temporary holding of Sobering Cell - A holding cell designed to
incarcerated people who are a threat to their own safety minimize the risk of injury by falling or
or the safety of others due to their state of intoxication. dangerous behavior. It is used as an initial
sobering place for arrestees or incarcerated
persons who are a threat to their own safety
or the safety of others as a result of being
intoxicated from any substance, and who
require a protected environment to prevent
injury or victimization by other incarcerated
persons.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of 135
☒ ☐ ☐ sobering cell placement logs from the
following date ranges:
• August 20, 2023, to August 26, 2023
• October 15, 2023, to October 28, 2023
• November 19, 2023, to November 25,
2023
• December 24, 2023, to December 30,
2023
• February 4, 2024, to February 10,
2024
• April 28, 2024, to May 4, 2024
BSCC staff determined the facility was
compliant with this regulation.
A person shall be removed from the sobering cell as SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
soon as they are able to continue the admission process
or are no longer a risk to themselves or others. (e) Incarcerated persons will be removed from
the sobering cell when they no longer pose a
☒ ☐ ☐
threat to their own safety and the safety of
others and are able to continue the booking
process.
In no case shall a person remain in a sobering cell over SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
six hours without an evaluation by medical or custody
staff to determine whether the person has an urgent (d) Qualified health care professionals shall
medical problem, pursuant to section 1213 of these assess and document on the Sobering Cell
regulations. Log, the medical condition of the inmate in the
sobering cell at least every six hours in
☒ ☐ ☐
accordance with the Office Detoxification and
Withdrawal Policy. Only incarcerated persons
who continue to need the protective housing
of a sobering cell will continue to be detained
in such housing for over six hours.
At 12 hours from the time of placement, all persons must SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
receive an evaluation by responsible health care staff.
(d) Qualified health care professionals shall
assess and document on the Sobering Cell
☒ ☐ ☐ Log, the medical condition of the inmate in the
sobering cell at least every six hours in
accordance with the Office Detoxification and
Withdrawal Policy.
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Intermittent direct visual observation of people held in SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
the sobering cell shall be conducted no less than every
half hour. Such observation shall be documented. (c) A safety check consisting of direct visual
observation that is sufficient to assess the
incarcerated person's well-being and
behavior shall occur at least once every 30
☒ ☐ ☐
minutes. Each visual observation of the
incarcerated person by staff shall be
documented. Supervisors shall check the logs
for completeness every six hours and
document this action on the sobering cell log.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES SLOCM 523 – Use of Restraints
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the For the date ranges below, the facility
responsible physician, shall develop and implement provided two restraint reports.
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which • August 20, 2023, to August 26,
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated 2023
person from being ambulatory. The provisions of this • October 15, 2023, to October 28,
section do not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles, 2023
or other restraint devices when used to restrain • November 19, 2023, to
incarcerated people for security reasons. The facility ☒ ☐ ☐ November 25, 2023
manager may delegate authority to place an • December 24, 2023, to
incarcerated person in restraints to responsible health December 30, 2023
care staff. • February 4, 2024, to February 10,
2024
• April 28, 2024, to May 4, 2024
BSCC staff reviewed the provided reports and
determined the facility was compliant with this
regulation.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas: SLOCM 523.1 – Purpose and Scope
(1) acceptable restraint devices; SLOCM 523.1.1 – Definitions
Restraints - Includes the WRAP which is a
polyurethane soft restraint system that is
☒ ☐ ☐
applied to control ambulation of an
incarcerated person who is assaultive,
engaging in self-injurious behavior, or
attempting to damage property.
(2) signs or symptoms which should result in 523.7 Availability of Cardiopulmonary
immediate medical/mental health referral; Resuscitation Equipment
availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation ☒ ☐ ☐
equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
(c) Incarcerated persons in restraints shall be
☒ ☐ ☐
housed either alone or in an area designated
for restrained incarcerated persons.
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, SLOCM 523.6 – Food, Hydration, and
☒ ☐ ☐ Sanitation
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(5) exercising of extremities. SLOCM 523.5 – Range of Motion
Incarcerated persons placed in restraints for
longer than two hours should receive a range-
of-motion procedure that will allow for the
☒ ☐ ☐ movement of the extremities. Range-of-
motion exercise will consist of alternate
movement of the extremities (i.e., right arm
and left leg) for a minimum of 10 minutes
every two hours.
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the SLOCM 523.2 – Policy
following requirements:
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment It is the policy of this office that restraints shall
or as a substitute for treatment. be used only to prevent self-injury, injury to
others, property damage, or the facility to
ensure public safety.
Restraints shall never be used for retaliation
or as punishment. Restraints shall not be
utilized any longer than is reasonably
☒ ☐ ☐
necessary to control the incarcerated person.
Restraints are to be applied only when less
restrictive methods, including verbal de-
escalation techniques, have been attempted
and are deemed ineffective in controlling the
dangerous behavior of an incarcerated
person (15 CCR 1029(a)(4)); 15 CCR 1058).
Each incident where restraints are used shall
be documented.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on SLOCM 523.2 - Policy
incarcerated people who display behavior which
results in the destruction of property or reveal an ☒ ☐ ☐
intent to cause physical harm to self or others.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less SLOCM 523.2 - Policy
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-
escalation techniques, have been attempted and are ☒ ☐ ☐
deemed ineffective.
(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
restraints only with the approval of the facility
manager, the facility watch commander, or Supervisors shall proactively oversee the use
responsible health care staff; continued retention of restraints on any incarcerated person.
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour. Whenever feasible, the use of restraints shall
require the approval of the On-Duty
☒ ☐ ☐
Correctional Sergeant prior to application. In
instances where prior approval is not feasible,
the On-Duty Correctional Sergeant shall be
apprised of the use of restraints as soon as
practicable.
(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be SLCOM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained.
(g) Continuous direct visual observation shall
☒ ☐ ☐
be maintained until a medical opinion can be
obtained.
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(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
shall be secured within one hour from the time of
placement. “A qualified health care professional shall be
called to observe the application of the
☒ ☐ ☐ restraints, when feasible prior to the
application or as soon as practicable after the
application, and to check the incarcerated
person for adequate circulation.”
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
four hours of placement.
“A qualified health care professional shall be
called to observe the application of the
☒ ☐ ☐ restraints, when feasible prior to the
application or as soon as practicable after the
application, and to check the incarcerated
person for adequate circulation.”
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be SLCOM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
that the restraints are properly employed, and to (e) Staff members shall conduct direct face-
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated to-face observation at least every 15 minutes
person. Such observation shall be documented. on an irregular schedule to check the
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons incarcerated person's physical well-being and
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area behavior. Restraints shall be checked to verify
which makes provisions to protect the person from ☒ ☐ ☐ the correct application and to ensure they do
abuse. not compromise circulation. All checks shall
be documented, with the actual time recorded
by the person doing the observation, along
with a description of the incarcerated person's
behavior. Any actions taken should also be
noted in the special observation log.
(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
consultation with responsible health care staff
determines that an incarcerated person cannot be “If approval is given to continue to keep the
safely removed from restraints after eight hours, the incarcerated person in restraints beyond two
person shall be taken to a medical facility for further hours, Medical and Mental Health shall make
evaluation. the determination to do one of the following:
☒ ☐ ☐
admit the incarcerated person to the
Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) per WI5150
or PC4011.6, have the incarcerated person
taken to the hospital or administer involuntary
medication.”
(10) Where applicable, the facility manager shall use SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended
maximum time limits for placement. “The WRAP is restricted to the max term of
two (2) hours, placing an incarcerated person
☒ ☐ ☐ in restraints beyond two hours requires
approval from the Sheriff via the chain of
command in conjunction with Medical and
Mental Health Managers.”
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(11) All events and information related to the SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
placement in restraints shall be documented and
shall be video recorded unless exigent “The use of restraints on an incarcerated
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The person shall be documented on appropriate
documentation shall include: the reason for ☒ ☐ ☐ logs and shall be video recorded unless
placement; person authorizing placement; names of exigent circumstances prevent staff from
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained; doing so.”
and the duration of placement.
1065 EXERCISE AND OUT OF CELL TIME SLOCM 1010 – Exercise and Out-of-Cell
Time
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall
develop written policies and procedures for a minimum SLOCM 1010.2 – Responsibilities
of 10 hours of out of cell time distributed over a period of
seven days to include: The Facility Manager or the authorized
designee shall be responsible for ensuring
there is sufficient secure space allocated for
physical exercise and out-of-cell time, and
that a schedule is developed to ensure
accessibility to both activities for all
incarcerated persons. At least three hours per
week of exercise opportunities shall be
provided and at least seven hours of out-of-
cell time distributed over a period of seven
days for recreation (15 CCR 1065).
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of Exercise
and Out-of-Cell Time logs for 70 incarcerated
persons for the below date ranges:
☒ ☐ ☐
• August 20, 2023, to August 26,
2023
• October 15, 2023, to October 28,
2023
• November 19, 2023, to
November 25, 2023
• December 24, 2023, to
December 30, 2023
• February 4, 2024, to February 10,
2024
• April 28, 2024, to May 4, 2024
BSCC staff determined the facility was
compliant with this regulation.
BSCC interviewed several incarcerated
persons whose logs were provided. They
stated they are offered a dayroom each day,
and exercise yards are offered from three to
four times per week.
(1) an opportunity for three hours of exercise and SLCOM 1010.3 – Access to Exercise
☒ ☐ ☐
(2) an opportunity for seven hours of recreation. SLCOM 1010.4 – Access to Out-of-Cell Time
☒ ☐ ☐
Policies shall include reasonable and necessary SLOCM 1010.5 – Security and Supervision
procedures to ensure safety and security. ☒ ☐ ☐
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ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
BSCC Code: 4800
FACILITY: San Luis Obispo County Jail TYPE: II RC: 721
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: James Peak DATE: 06-25-2024
**2/04: Based upon verbal approval in the past (1995) and request to raise RC based upon the latest, least
restrictive standards, West Housing Units 300, 400, 500, and 5 cells in 100 have been rated as double occupancy
and RC has been raised accordingly**
**10/12 Inspection Cycle: Several projects added both rated and non-rated beds to the facility. Please refer to the
notes in this document as well as the inspection report for detailed descriptions and justification.
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
IRC
Sallyport Holding 1988 1 0 7 (7) 8 x 11.5 x 8 1 1 1
Note: Bench 1 – 6’4”; Bench 2 – 5’.
1&2 Holding 1988 2 0 8 (16) 7.5 x 17 x 8 1 1 1
Note: Bench 1 – 12’1”; Bench 2 – 5’11”; Bench 3 – 3’8”.
3, 4 & 5 Sobering 1988 3 0 8 (24) 7.5 x 17 x 8 1 1 1
Note: The floor is padded.
6 Holding 1988 1 0 7 (7) 14 x 13 x 8 1 1 1
Note: Bench 1 – 13’; Bench 2 – 8’; Bench 3 – 4’8”.
7 & 8 Holding 1988 2 0 7 (14) 13 x 6 x 8 1 1 1
Note: Bench 1 – 8’10”; Bench 2 – 2’6”.
West Dorm
700 Dormitory 1988 1 70 54 54 2700 square feet 6 2 8 2 4
800 Dormitory 1988 1 70 54 54 2700 square feet 6 2 8 2 4
Note: Based on square footage and toilet/urinal ratio, Dorms are each limited to 54 incarcerated males.
West Housing
100 Double 1988 18 2 2 36 6x13 1 1 1 2
200 Double 1988 18 2 2 36 6x13 1 1 1 2
300 Double 1988 18 2 2 36 6x13 1 1 1 2
400 Double 1988 18 2 2 36 6x13 1 1 1 2
500 Double 1988 18 2 2 36 6x13 1 1 1 2
600 Single 1988 9 1 1 9 6x13 1 1 1 1
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
600 Double 1988 9 2 2 18 6x13 1 1 1 1
Note: 2011: 18 beds added to W200; all cells double-bunked.
Note: 2014: Single-person security enclosures were in place in the hallways but not being used.
Main Jail
Modular Dormitory 1986 1 8 16 16 26 x 54.5 x 8 3 3 1 2
1
Modular Dormitory 1986 1 8 16 16 26 x 54.5 x 8 3 3 1 2
2
Note: Capacity restricted by 1986 standard of maximum capacity of 16.
Note: 2023-2024/JP: Dormitories continued to be closed to incarcerated persons.
Safety1-3 1991 3 0 1 (3) 7’1”x7’3”x9’9” 1
A-1 Single 1963 1 1 1 1 6’x 8’6”x9’9” 1 1 1
R-1 Single 1963 1 1 1 1 6’x8’3”x11’ 1 1 1
Note: 1 shower on the deck is available for the A-1 and R-1
A Deck
0B
A 2-9 Single 1963 8 1 1 8 6’x8’x11’ 1 1 1
Note: One shower for the deck.
B Deck
1, 3 & 5 Multiple 1963 3 8 8 24 18’6”x16’6”x11’ 1 1 1
Note: Each cell has an adjacent dayroom with a shower and seating for 8.
I Deck
3 & 5 Multiple 1963 2 8 8 16 18’6”x16’6”x11’ 1 1 1
Note: 3 & 5 have adjacent dayroom with seating for 8; 1 has dayroom space with seating within cell. 1 shower in each
dayroom.
I-1 Multiple 1963 1 4 4 4 9.3 x 16.5 x 11 1 1 1
Note: Attached dayroom
O Deck
1B
1 & 3 Multiple 1963 2 8 8 16 18.5 x 16.5 x 11 1 1 1
5 Multiple 1963 1 4 4 4 9.3 x 16.5 x 11 1 1 1
Note: 1 &3 have adjacent dayroom space with seating for 8; 5 has dayroom space with seating in cell. 1 shower in each
dayroom.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
L Deck
4 & 6 Multiple 1963 2 8 8 16 18.5 x 16.5 x 11 1 1 1
Note: Each cell has adjacent dayroom space with a shower and seating for 8.
2 & 3 Single 1963 2 2 2 4 6 x 11.2x11 1 1 1
Note: One shower for three single cells.
1 Single 1963 1 1 1 1 6 x 7.5x11 1 1 1 1
Medical Isolation (Between L Deck and R Deck, across from the officers’ station.)
M ISO Multiple 1963 1 4 4 4 12.5 x 12 x 11 1 1 1 1
Note: Shower available in the hallway.
R Deck
3B
1 Single 1963 1 1 1 1 18.5 x 11.5 x 11 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP: Shower, Dayroom, and Exercise are available to individuals.
2-9 Double 1963 8 2 2 16 6 x 11.5x11 1 1 1
Note: One shower is on the deck. There is an additional shower in the hall near M-ISO.
10 Multiple 1963 4 4 4 4 18.5 x 11.5 x 11 1 1 1 1
Note: R10 has an attached dayroom.
Main Jail Dormitory 2001 1 60 60 60 37.2 x 63 x 11.6 5 5 10 6
Dorm
Note: 2023-2024/JP; Dorm was re-rated using the 2001 standards rather than the 1963 standards.
Medical Programs Unit
Waiting Holding 2017 1 0 (3) (3) 144 x 84 x 110 1 1 1
Room #1
(inches)
Note: Bench – 4’11”.
Waiting Holding 2017 1 0 (1) (1) 144 x 84 x 110 1 1 1
Room #2
(inches)
Note: Bench – 2’5”.
Isolation Holding 2017 1 0 (1) (1) 156 x 102 x 110 1 1 1
Room
(inches)
Note: Negative Pressure Cell; Bench – 6’8”.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
Unit 1 Expansion (2016) All pods are enclosed and meet the dayroom requirement.
201 Dorm 2005 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
202 Dorm 2005 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
203 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
301 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
302 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
303 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
304 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
305 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
306 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
307 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
308 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
2005
309 Dorm 1 8 8 8 23.9 x31.8 x 8.5 2 2 2 1
Special Housing
101,102 Single 2005 4 1 1 4 14.5 x 7.5 x 8.5 1 1 1 1
103
&106
104 & Single 2005 2 1 1 2 14.5 x 7.5 x 8.5 1 1 1 1
105
5 & 6 Safety 2005 2 1 (1) (2)
Unit 2 Expansion (2016) All pods are enclosed and meet the dayroom requirement.
401 Double 2005 1 1 1 1 11.2 x 7.6 x 8.5 1 1 1
402-404 Double 2005 3 2 2 6 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP Cells 401 to 404 share a common dayroom and one shower.
405-411 Double 2005 7 2 2 14 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1
412 Single 2005 1 1 1 1 11.2 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP Cells 405 to 412 share a common dayroom and one shower.
413 Double 2005 1 2 2 2 11.2 x 7.6 x 8.5 1 1 1
414-416 Double 2005 3 2 2 6 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP Cells 413 to 416 share a common dayroom and one shower.
417-424 D 2005 8 2 2 16 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP Cells 417 to 424 share a common dayroom.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells # Beds RC RC (L x W x H) T U W F S
501 S 2005 1 1 1 1 11.22 x 7.6 x 8.5 1 1 1
502-504 D 2005 3 2 2 6 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP Cells 501 to 504 share a common dayroom and one shower.
505-511 D 2005 7 2 2 14 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1 1
512 S 2005 1 1 1 1 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP 505-512 share common dayroom.
513 D 2005 1 2 2 2 11.22 x 7.6 x 8.5 1 1 1
514-516 D 2005 3 2 2 6 10.7 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024/JP Cells 513 to 516 share a common dayroom and one shower.
517-523 D 2005 8 2 2 16 10.6 x 6.10 x 8.5 1 1 1 1
Note: 2023-2024:JP Cells 517 to 524 share a common dayroom.
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PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS - COMPREHENSIVE INSPECTION
ADULT TYPE I, II, III AND IV FACILITIES
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS: 3/80; 8/86; 5/88; 1/91
Title 24, California Code of Regulations (CCR)
BSCC Code: 4800
FACILITY NAME: San Luis Obispo County Jail FACILITY TYPE: II
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS (Check All That Apply): 3/80: 8/86: X 5/88: 1/91: X OTHER: 1963,
2001, 2005
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: James Peak DATE: 06-25-24
ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Temporary Holding Cells (2.2)
0B
X
Contain 10 square feet of floor per inmate
Limited to no more than 16 inmates X
No smaller than 40 square feet X
Contain sufficient seating to accommodate all inmates X
Toilet accessible X
Water fountain accessible X
Wash basin accessible X
Provides clear visual supervision X
Telephone accessible
X
Weapons Locker (3.12)
1B
External to the security area and equipped with X
individual compartments, locks and keys
Detoxification Cells (2.4)
2B
X
Contain 20 square feet of floor per inmate
Limited to no more than 8 inmates X
No smaller than 60 square feet X
Contain toilet X
Contain washbasin X
Contain drinking fountain X
Partitions or handrails located next to toilet fixture to The modesty screen serves as a handrail.
X
provide support
Provide easy, unobstructed visual observation X
Padding on the floor
X
Shower-Delousing Room (3.4)
3B
X
Available in reception/booking
Secure Vault or Storage Space (2.1)
4B
X
Available for inmate valuables
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ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Telephone (2.1)
5B
Available for inmate use per Penal Code § 851.5
X
Safety Cells (2.5) Safety cells 1-3 are rated under 1991
6B
standards.
Contain 48 square feet with one floor dimension at X
least 6 feet and ceiling height of at least 8 feet Safety cells 5 & 6 (female) are rated under
2005 standards (2016).
Limited to no more than one inmate X
Contain flush ring toilet with controls located outside
X
the cell
Padded floor, door and walls X
Equipped with variable intensity, security light,
X
inaccessible to occupant
Vertical view panel not more than 4 inches wide and
X
at least 24 inches long, in or adjacent to the door
Provide a food pass with lockable shutter no more
than 4 inches high and located at least 30 inches
X
above the floor
Single Occupancy Cells (2.6) Main Jail and Female Jail Sections are rated
7B
under 1963 standards; West Housing is rated
Maximum capacity of one inmate under 1988 standards.
X
Expansion of the female jail under 2005
standards (2016).
Contain a minimum of 60 square feet of floor area in
Type I facilities and 70 square feet in Type II and III
facilities
X
1963: A minimum width of 6 feet, length of 7.5 feet
and height of 8 feet
Have a minimum ceiling height of 8 feet X
Contain toilet, washbasin and drinking fountain X
Contain a bunk, desk and seat (Desk and seat not
required in Type I in later, less restrictive 1986
X
standards)
Double Occupancy Cells (2.7)
8B
5-88: Added provision for double occupancy cells Expansion of the female jail under 2005
X
standards (2016).
Maximum capacity of two inmates
Contain a minimum of 60 square feet of floor space in
Type I facilities and 70 square feet in Type II and III X
facilities
Have a minimum ceiling height of 8 feet and one floor
X
dimension at least 6 feet
Contain toilet, washbasin and drinking fountain X
Contain 2 bunks, 1 desk and seat (Desk and seat not
required in Type I facilities) X
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ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Multiple Occupancy Cells (8227)
X
A capacity of more than 2 persons
4-73: Capacity between 4-16 inmates
A minimum of 500 cubic feet of air space per inmate
4-73: Minimum of 25 square feet floor space per
X
inmate
Toilet and washbasin
X
4-73: 1:8 ratio
Drinking fountain X
Contain a bunk capable of accommodating a standard
X
30" X 76" mattress
Dormitories (2.8) Expansion of the female jail under 2005
9B
8-86: Provision for dormitories added standards (2016).
Contain 50 square feet of floor area per inmate and a X West dormitories 700 and 800 are rated
minimum of 8 feet ceiling height under 1963 standards.
Be designed for no fewer than 8 and no more than 64
X
inmates
Facilities having a total rated capacity of 80 inmates or
less, may design dormitories for no fewer than 4 X
inmates
Access to toilets separate from washbasins (ratio 1:8) R Deck dormitory is rated under the 1963
X
and drinking fountains standard.
Provide storage space for each inmates' personal
items X
Dayrooms (2.9)
10B
X
8-86: Added requirement for 3 foot wide corridors in
front of cells-rooms
35 square feet of floor area per inmate X
Contain tables and seating to accommodate the
X
maximum number of inmates served
Access to toilets, washbasins and drinking fountains X
Available to all inmates in Type II and III facilities
(excluding special use cells) and to workers in Type I
X
facilities
Shower (3.4)
Available on a ratio of 1:16 X
01: Shower ratio changed to 1:20
Lighting (3.6)
11B
Sufficient to permit easy reading. Night lighting is
sufficient to allow good supervision. X
8-86: Specifies at least 20 foot-candles at desk level
and in grooming areas, with night lighting not to
exceed 5 foot-candles
Beds-Bunks (3.5)
12B
X
30 inches wide and 76 inches long
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ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Comfortable Living Environment [102(c)6]
13B
A comfortable living environment is maintained
through an adequate heating and cooling system.
X
Exercise Area -Type II, III and WA IV (2.10)
At least one exercise area must contain a minimum of
900 square feet
X
8-86: Outdoor exercise area provided
X
8-86: Clear height of 15 feet with required surface
area meeting a formula of: 80% of maximum
X
rated inmate population and number of one-hour
exercise periods per day = required surface area
Program Space - Type II and III (2.11) New program space added to the female jail
(2016).
Sufficient area and furnishings to meet the needs of X
the facility programs
Dining Facilities (2.17)
14B
X
15 square feet per inmate being fed
Toilets, washbasins and showers are not in the same
room or not in view of inmate dining X
Visiting (2.18)
15B
X
Sufficient visiting area
Contact visits whenever possible for minimum security
inmates X
Attorney Interviews (2.26)
16B
X
Provide for confidential attorney consultation
Safety Equipment Storage (2.19) Located in control rooms.
17B
Adequate space is provided for storage of equipment
X
such as fire extinguishers, SCBA, emergency lights,
etc.
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ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Janitor Closet (2.20)
18B
Located in security areas lockable, containing a mop X
sink and storage space
Storage Rooms (2.21)
19B
X
Sufficient space to accommodate inmate property,
bedding and supplies
Audio or Video Monitoring System -NA Type IV
(2.22)
X
Audio monitoring system capable of alerting staff in a
central control
Video monitoring in corridors, main entries and/or exits
X
and programs or activity areas
Fire Detection and Alarm System [102(c)6]
20B
X
Automatic fire alarm system capable of alerting staff in
a central control point
Emergency Power (2.24)
21B
X
Available to provide minimal lighting, maintain
communications, alarm, fire, life and security systems
Canteen (2.16)
X
8-86: Added for II, III & IV facilities
Confidential Interview Rooms (2.25) Two housing units with confidential interview
8-86: Added for Type II facilities X rooms were added during the Expansion of
the female jail (2016).
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TYPE II AND III FACILITIES
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES1
BSCC Code: 4801
FACILITY NAME: San Luis Obispo Honor Farm FACILITY TYPE: III
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Captain Landgraf
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: James Peak DATE: 06-25-2024
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE – COMMENTS
1027.5 SAFETY CHECKS San Luis Obispo Custody Manual (SLOCM)
The facility administrator shall develop and implement SLOCM 223 - Daily Activity Logs and
policy and procedures for conducting safety checks that Electronic Safety Check Logs
include, but are not limited to, the following: SLOCM 508 – Safety Checks
(a) Safety checks will determine the safety and well-
being of individuals and shall be conducted at least SLOCM 508.4 – Safety Checks
hourly through direct visual observation of all people held
and housed in the facility. (c) Safety checks shall be done by personal
observation of the correctional deputy and
shall be sufficient to determine the safety and
well-being of each incarcerated person and
the security of the facility.
SLO utilizes an electronic system to record
safety checks. The system captures the
date/time and location of each safety check
☒ ☐ ☐
and who conducted the check.
BSCC staff reviewed a sampling of safety
checks from the following date ranges:
• August 20, 2023, to August 26, 2023
• October 15, 2023, to October 28, 2023
• November 19, 2023, to November 25,
2023
• December 24, 2023, to December 30,
2023
• February 4, 2024, to February 10,
2024
• April 28, 2024, to May 4, 2024
BSCC staff determined the facility was
compliant with this regulation.
1 This document is intended for use as a tool during the targeted inspection process; this worksheet may not contain each Title 15
regulation that is required. Additionally, many regulations on this worksheet are SUMMARIES of the regulation; the text on this
worksheet may not contain the entire text of the actual regulation. Please refer to the complete California Code of Regulations,
Title 15, Minimum Standards for Local Facilities, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4 for the complete list and text of regulations.
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(b) There shall be no more than a 60-minute lapse SLOCM 508.1 – Purpose and Scope
between safety checks.
The purpose of this policy is to establish a
requirement for conducting visual safety
☒ ☐ ☐
checks at least every 30 minutes for all
incarcerated persons, and for creating and
maintaining a log to document all safety
checks.
(c) Safety checks for people in sobering cells, safety SLOCM 508.3 Policy
cells, and restraints shall occur more frequently as
outlined in section 1055, section 1056, and section 1058 It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo County
of these regulations. Sheriff's Office that all correctional staff shall
☒ ☐ ☐
conduct safety checks at least every 30
minutes on all inmates, or more frequently as
determined by incarcerated persons custody
status and/or housing classification.
(d) Safety checks shall occur at random or varied SLOCM 508.4 – Safety Checks
intervals.
(b) Safety checks shall be conducted on an
☒ ☐ ☐
irregular schedule (staggered) so that
incarcerated persons cannot predict when the
checks will occur.
(e) There shall be a written plan that includes the SLOCM - 223.3
documentation of all safety checks.
Documentation shall include: (d) Entries shall reflect the date and time of
(1) the actual time at which each individual safety the event logged.
check occurred;
SLOCM – 508.4
☒ ☐ ☐
(f) Actual times of the checks and notations
should be recorded on the daily activity logs
or will be recorded automatically through the
Unit Innovations Premises System as a UPS
is scanned or as entries are recorded.
(2) the location where each individual safety check SLOCM 508.2 – Definitions
occurred, such as a cell, module, or dormitory
number; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ Workflow - The location where each individual
safety check occurred, such as a cell, module,
dormitory, or unit.
(3) Initials or employee identification number of staff SLOCM 223.3 – Procedures
who completed the safety check(s).
☒ ☐ ☐ (c) Entries shall include the name/initials and
ID number of the individual making the entry.
(f) A documented process by which safety checks are SLOCM - 508.6 Supervisor Responsibilities
reviewed at regular defined intervals by a supervisor or
facility manager, including methods of mitigating ☒ ☐ ☐
patterns of inconsistent documentation, or untimely
completion of, safety checks.
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1032 FIRE SUPPRESSION PREPLANNING SLOCM 406 – Fire Safety
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 6031.1(b), the facility
administrator shall consult with the local fire department ☒ ☐ ☐
having jurisdiction over the facility, with the State Fire
Marshal, or both, in developing a plan for fire
suppression which shall include, but not be limited to:
(a) a fire suppression pre-plan developed with the local SLOCM 406.3 – Fire Suppression Pre-
fire department to be included as part of the policy and Planning
procedures manual (Title 15, California Code of ☒ ☐ ☐
Regulations Section 1029); Each facility has a specific fire suppression
pre-plan and evacuation plan.
(b) monthly fire prevention inspections by facility staff SLOCM 406.7 Inspections
with two-year retention of the inspection record;
BSCC staff reviewed the monthly fire checks
☒ ☐ ☐
dating back to the previous inspection and
determined the facility is in compliance with
this regulation.
(c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health and SLOCM 406.3 – Fire Suppression Pre-
Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b) which requires Planning
inspections at least once every two years;
(c) Fire prevention inspections as required by
Health and Safety Code § 13146.1(a) and (b),
☒ ☐ ☐
which requires inspections at least once every
two years.
The current biennial fire inspection was
completed on February 2, 2024.
(d) an evacuation plan; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ SLOCM 410 – Evacuation Plan
(e) a plan for the emergency housing of incarcerated SLOCM 410.3.3 - Emergency Housing of
☒ ☐ ☐
people in the case of fire. Incarcerated Persons
1056 USE OF SOBERING CELL SLOCM 536 – Safety and Sober Cells
SLOCM 536.1 – Definitions
The sobering cell described in Title 24, Part 2, Section
1231.2.4, shall be used for temporary holding of Sobering cell - A holding cell designed to
incarcerated people who are a threat to their own safety minimize the risk of injury by falling or
or the safety of others due to their state of intoxication. dangerous behavior. It is used as an initial
sobering place for arrestees or incarcerated
persons who are a threat to their own safety
☒ ☐ ☐
or the safety of others as a result of being
intoxicated from any substance, and who
require a protected environment to prevent
injury or victimization by other incarcerated
persons.
The Honor Farm facility does not have a
sobering cell as defined by this regulation.
A person shall be removed from the sobering cell as SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
soon as they are able to continue the admission process
or are no longer a risk to themselves or others. (e) Incarcerated persons will be removed from
☒ ☐ ☐ the sobering cell when they no longer pose a
threat to their own safety and the safety of
others and are able to continue the booking
process.
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In no case shall a person remain in a sobering cell over SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
six hours without an evaluation by medical or custody
staff to determine whether the person has an urgent (d) Qualified health care professionals shall
medical problem, pursuant to section 1213 of these assess and document the Sobering Cell Log,
regulations. the medical condition of the inmate in the
☒ ☐ ☐ sobering cell at least every six hours in
accordance with the Office Detoxification and
Withdrawal Policy. Only incarcerated persons
who continue to need the protective housing
of a sobering cell will continue to be detained
in such housing for over six hours.
At 12 hours from the time of placement, all persons must SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
receive an evaluation by responsible health care staff.
(d) Qualified health care professionals shall
assess and document on the Sobering Cell
☒ ☐ ☐
Log, the medical condition of the inmate in the
sobering cell at least every six hours in
accordance with the Office Detoxification and
Withdrawal Policy.
Intermittent direct visual observation of people held in SLOCM 536.4 – Sobering Cell Procedures
the sobering cell shall be conducted no less than every
half hour. Such observation shall be documented. (c) A safety check consisting of direct visual
observation that is sufficient to assess the
incarcerated person's well-being and
☒ ☐ ☐ behavior shall occur at least once every 30
minutes. Each visual observation of the
incarcerated person by staff shall be
documented. Supervisors shall check the logs
for completeness every six hours and
document this action on the sobering cell log.
1058 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES SLOCM 523 – Use of Restraints
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the Incarcerated persons housed in the Honor
responsible physician, shall develop and implement Farm are transferred back to the Main Jail if
written policies and procedures for the use of restraint restraints are required.
devices. Restraint devices include any devices which
immobilize extremities or prevent the incarcerated
☒ ☐ ☐
person from being ambulatory. The provisions of this
section do not apply to the use of handcuffs, shackles,
or other restraint devices when used to restrain
incarcerated people for security reasons. The facility
manager may delegate authority to place an
incarcerated person in restraints to responsible health
care staff.
(a) The policy shall address the following areas: SLOCM 523.1 – Purpose and Scope
(1) acceptable restraint devices; SLOCM 523.1.1 – Definitions
Restraints - Includes the WRAP which is a
☒ ☐ ☐ polyurethane soft restraint system that is
applied to control ambulation of an
incarcerated person who is assaultive,
engaging in self-injurious behavior, or
attempting to damage property.
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(2) signs or symptoms which should result in 523.7 Availability of Cardiopulmonary
immediate medical/mental health referral; Resuscitation Equipment
☒ ☐ ☐
availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation
equipment;
(3) protective housing of restrained persons; SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
☒ ☐ ☐ (c) Incarcerated persons in restraints shall be
housed either alone or in an area designated
for restrained incarcerated persons.
(4) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; and, SLOCM 523.6 – Food, Hydration, and
☒ ☐ ☐
Sanitation
(5) exercising of extremities. SLOCM 523.5 – Range of Motion
Incarcerated persons placed in restraints for
longer than two hours should receive a range-
of-motion procedure that will allow for the
☒ ☐ ☐
movement of the extremities. Range-of-
motion exercises will consist of alternate
movement of the extremities (i.e., right arm
and left leg) for a minimum of 10 minutes
every two hours.
(b) Policy shall also include, but not be limited to, the SLOCM 523.2 – Policy
following requirements:
(1) In no case shall restraints be used for punishment It is the policy of this office that restraints shall
or as a substitute for treatment. be used only to prevent self-injury, injury to
others, property damage, or the facility to
ensure public safety.
Restraints shall never be used for retaliation
or as punishment. Restraints shall not be
☒ ☐ ☐ utilized any longer than is reasonably
necessary to control the incarcerated person.
Restraints are to be applied only when less
restrictive methods, including verbal de-
escalation techniques, have been attempted
and are deemed ineffective in controlling the
dangerous behavior of an incarcerated
person (15 CCR 1029(a)(4)); 15 CCR 1058).
Each incident where restraints are used shall
be documented.
(2) Restraint devices shall only be used on SLOCM 523.2 - Policy
incarcerated people who display behavior which
☒ ☐ ☐
results in the destruction of property or reveal an
intent to cause physical harm to self or others.
(3) Restraint devices should be used only when less SLOCM 523.2 - Policy
restrictive alternatives, including verbal de-
☒ ☐ ☐
escalation techniques, have been attempted and are
deemed ineffective.
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(4) An incarcerated person shall be placed in SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
restraints only with the approval of the facility
manager, the facility watch commander, or Supervisors shall proactively oversee the use
responsible health care staff; continued retention of restraints on any incarcerated person.
shall be reviewed a minimum of every hour. Whenever feasible the use of restraints shall
☒ ☐ ☐ require the approval of the On-Duty
Correctional Sergeant prior to application. In
instances where prior approval is not feasible,
the On-Duty Correctional Sergeant shall be
apprised of the use of restraints as soon as
practicable.
(5) Continuous direct visual observation shall be SLCOM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
maintained until a medical opinion can be obtained.
☒ ☐ ☐ (g) Continuous direct visual observation shall
be maintained until a medical opinion can be
obtained.
(6) A medical opinion on placement and retention SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
shall be secured within one hour from the time of
placement. “A qualified health care professional shall be
called to observe the application of the
☒ ☐ ☐
restraints, when feasible prior to the
application or as soon as practicable after the
application, and to check the incarcerated
person for adequate circulation.”
(7) A medical assessment shall be completed within SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
four hours of placement.
“A qualified health care professional shall be
called to observe the application of the
☒ ☐ ☐
restraints, when feasible prior to the
application or as soon as practicable after the
application, and to check the incarcerated
person for adequate circulation.”
(8) Continuous direct visual observation shall be SLCOM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
conducted at least twice every 30 minutes to ensure
that the restraints are properly employed, and to (e) Staff members shall conduct direct face-
ensure the safety and well-being of the incarcerated to-face observation at least every 15 minutes
person. Such observation shall be documented. on an irregular schedule to check the
While in restraint devices all incarcerated persons incarcerated person's physical well-being and
shall be housed alone or in a specified housing area behavior. Restraints shall be checked to verify
☒ ☐ ☐
which makes provisions to protect the person from the correct application and to ensure they do
abuse. not compromise circulation. All checks shall
be documented, with the actual time recorded
by the person doing the observation, along
with a description of the incarcerated person's
behavior. Any actions taken should also be
noted in the special observation log.
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(9) If the facility manager, or designee, in SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
consultation with responsible health care staff
determines that an incarcerated person cannot be “If approval is given to continue to keep the
safely removed from restraints after eight hours, the incarcerated person in restraints beyond two
person shall be taken to a medical facility for further hours, Medical and Mental Health shall make
evaluation. ☒ ☐ ☐ the determination to do one of the following:
admit the incarcerated person to the
Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) per WI5150
or PC4011.6, have the incarcerated person
taken to the hospital or administer involuntary
medication.”
(10) Where applicable, the facility manager shall use SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
the restraint device manufacturer’s recommended
maximum time limits for placement. “The WRAP is restricted to the max term of
two (2) hours, placing an incarcerated person
☒ ☐ ☐
in restraints beyond two hours requires
approval from the Sheriff via the chain of
command in conjunction with Medical and
Mental Health Managers.”
(11) All events and information related to the SLOCM 523.3 – Use of Restraints – Control
placement in restraints shall be documented and
shall be video recorded unless exigent “The use of restraints on an incarcerated
circumstances prevent staff from doing so. The person shall be documented on appropriate
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documentation shall include: the reason for logs and shall be video recorded unless
placement; person authorizing placement; names of exigent circumstances prevent staff from
staff involved in the placement; injuries sustained; doing so.”
and the duration of placement.
1065 EXERCISE AND OUT OF CELL TIME SLOCM 1010 – Exercise and Out-of-Cell
Time
(a) The facility administrator of a Type II or III facility shall
develop written policies and procedures for a minimum SLOCM 1010.2 – Responsibilities
of 10 hours of out of cell time distributed over a period of
seven days to include: The Facility Manager or the authorized
designee shall be responsible for ensuring
there is sufficient secure space allocated for
physical exercise and out-of-cell time, and
that a schedule is developed to ensure
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accessibility to both activities for all
incarcerated persons. At least three hours per
week of exercise opportunities shall be
provided and at least seven hours of out-of-
cell time distributed over a period of seven
days for recreation (15 CCR 1065).
Incarcerated Persons housed at the Honor
Farm receive more than the minimum due to
the type of housing.
(1) an opportunity for three hours of exercise and ☒ ☐ ☐ SLCOM 1010.3 – Access to Exercise
(2) an opportunity for seven hours of recreation. SLCOM 1010.4 – Access to Out-of-Cell Time
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Policies shall include reasonable and necessary SLOCM 1010.5 – Security and Supervision
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procedures to ensure safety and security.
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ADULT DETENTION FACILITY
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
BSCC Code: 4801
FACILITY: San Luis Obispo Honor Farm TYPE: III RC: 124
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: James Peak DATE: 06-25-2024
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Cell Applicable # EACH CELL Total DIMENSIONS FIXTURES*
Location Type Standards Cells RC (L x W x H)
# Beds RC T U W F S
(Men’s) Honor Farm
Unit 1 Dormitory 1994 1 40 32 32 47’3” x 50’5” x 8’ 3 2 5 1 3
Notes Unit 1: (2024/JP)
• 2,382 total square feet.
• Capacity is limited by the ratio of Toilets/Urinals (1:8) to Incarcerated Persons { (3 toilets/1 urinal) * 8) = 32}.
Unit 2 Dormitory 1994 1 40 32 32 47’3”x 52’4”x8” 3 2 5 1 3
Notes Unit 2: (2024/JP)
• 2473 total square feet.
• Capacity is limited by the ratio of Toilets/Urinals (1:8) to Incarcerated Persons { (3 toilets/1 urinal) * 8) = 32}.
(Women’s) Honor Farm
• 2012-2014 Inspection: Both buildings remodeled and now in use as the Women’s Honor Farm. Buildings were
re-measured and Rated Capacity was established for both buildings using the least restrictive regulations
(2001) and double bunks from the original 1963 standards.
Bldg 1 Dormitory 2001 1 40 30 30 50’3”x24’8”x10’ 3 3 6 1 2
Notes Bldg 1: (2024/JP)
• 1,240 total square feet.
• Capacity is limited by the ratio of Toilets/Urinals (1:10) to Incarcerated Persons { 3 toilets * 10 = 30}. Urinals do not
apply to female housing.
Bldg 2 Dormitory 2001 1 40 30 30 50’3”x24’8”x10’ 3 3 6 1 2
Notes Bldg 2: (2024/JP)
• 1,240 total square feet.
• Capacity is limited by the ratio of Toilets/Urinals (1:10) to Incarcerated Persons { 3 toilets * 10 = 30}. Urinals do not
apply to female housing.
*T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit; If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated
capacity. "+" indicates that capacity includes prorated air space from adjacent areas.
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ADULT TYPE I, II, III AND IV FACILITIES
PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
Applicable Title 24 Regulations: 3/80; 8/86; 5/88; 1/91
BSCC Code: 4801
FACILITY NAME: San Luis Obispo County Honor Farm FACILITY TYPE: III
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS (Check All That Apply): 3/80: 8/86: 5/88: X 1/91: OTHER: 1994
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: James Peak DATE: 06-25-2024
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Temporary Holding Cells (2.2)
0B
X
Contain 10 square feet of floor per inmate
Limited to no more than 16 inmates X
No smaller than 40 square feet X
Contain sufficient seating to accommodate all inmates X
Toilet accessible X
Water fountain accessible X
Wash basin accessible X
Provides clear visual supervision X
Telephone accessible
X
Weapons Locker (3.12)
1B
External to the security area and equipped with X
individual compartments, locks and keys
Detoxification/Sobering Cells (2.4) No sobering cell.
2B
X
01: Name change to “sobering cell”
Contain 20 square feet of floor per inmate
Limited to no more than 8 inmates X
No smaller than 60 square feet X
Contain toilet X
Contain washbasin X
Contain drinking fountain X
Partitions or handrails located next to toilet fixture to
X
provide support
Provide easy, unobstructed visual observation X
Padding on the floor
X
Shower-Delousing Room (3.4) Reception at Main Jail.
3B
X
Available in reception/booking
Secure Vault or Storage Space (2.1)
4B
X
Available for inmate valuables
Telephone (2.1)
5B
Available for inmate use per Penal Code § 851.5
X
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TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Safety Cells (2.5) No safety cell.
6B
X
Contain 48 square feet with one floor dimension at
least 6 feet and ceiling height of at least 8 feet
Limited to no more than one inmate X
Contain flush ring toilet with controls located outside
X
the cell
Padded floor, door and walls X
Equipped with variable intensity, security light,
X
inaccessible to occupant
Vertical view panel not more than 4 inches wide and
X
at least 24 inches long, in or adjacent to the door
Provide a food pass with lockable shutter no more
than 4 inches high and located at least 30 inches
X
above the floor
Dormitories (2.8)
7B
8-86: Provision for dormitories added
X
Contain 50 square feet of floor area per inmate and a
minimum of 8 feet ceiling height
Be designed for no fewer than 8 and no more than 64
X
inmates
Facilities having a total rated capacity of 80 inmates or
less, may design dormitories for no fewer than 4 X
inmates
Access to toilets separate from washbasins (ratio 1:8)
and drinking fountains X
01: Ratio changed to 1:10
Provide storage space for each inmates' personal
items X
Dayrooms (2.9)
8B
8-86: Added requirement for 3 foot wide corridors in X
front of cells-rooms
99: Corridor requirement deleted
35 square feet of floor area per inmate X
Contain tables and seating to accommodate the
X
maximum number of inmates served
Access to toilets, washbasins and drinking fountains X
Available to all inmates in Type II and III facilities
(excluding special use cells) and to workers in Type I
X
facilities
Shower (3.4)
Available on a ratio of 1:16 X
01: Ratio changed to 1:20
Lighting (3.6)
9B
Sufficient to permit easy reading. Night lighting is
sufficient to allow good supervision. X
8-86: Specifies at least 20 foot-candles at desk level
and in grooming areas, with night lighting not to
exceed 5 foot-candles
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TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Beds-Bunks (3.5)
10B
X
30 inches wide and 76 inches long
Comfortable Living Environment [102(c)6]
11B
A comfortable living environment is maintained X
through an adequate heating and cooling system.
Exercise Area -Type II, III and WA IV (2.10)
X
At least one exercise area must contain a minimum of
900 square feet
8-86: Outdoor exercise area provided X
8-86: Clear height of 15 feet with required surface
area meeting a formula of: 80% of maximum
X
rated inmate population and number of one-hour
exercise periods per day = required surface area
Program Space - Type II and III (2.11)
Sufficient area and furnishings to meet the needs of X
the facility programs
Dining Facilities (2.17)
12B
X
15 square feet per inmate being fed
Toilets, washbasins and showers are not in the same
room or not in view of inmate dining X
Visiting (2.18)
13B
X
Sufficient visiting area
Contact visits whenever possible for minimum security
inmates X
Attorney Interviews (2.26)
14B
X
Provide for confidential attorney consultation
Safety Equipment Storage (2.19)
15B
Adequate space is provided for storage of equipment
X
such as fire extinguishers, SCBA, emergency lights,
etc.
Janitor Closet (2.20)
16B
Located in security areas lockable, containing a mop X
sink and storage space
Storage Rooms (2.21)
17B
Sufficient space to accommodate inmate property, X
bedding and supplies
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TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Audio or Video Monitoring System -NA Type IV
(2.22)
X
Audio monitoring system capable of alerting staff in a
central control
Video monitoring in corridors, main entries and/or exits
and programs or activity areas X
Fire Detection and Alarm System [102(c)6]
18B
X
Automatic fire alarm system capable of alerting staff in
a central control point
Emergency Power (2.24)
19B
Available to provide minimal lighting, maintain X
communications, alarm, fire, life and security systems
Provide Space for:
Barber/beauty shop(2.15) X
20B
8-86: Limit requirement to Type II and III facilities
99: Requirement deleted
Canteen (2.16)
X
8-86: Added for II, III & IV facilities
Confidential Interview Rooms (2.25)
8-86: Added for Type II facilities X
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