BSCC
San Francisco County (2018-2020 inspection cycle)
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February 11, 2021
San Francisco City and County Juvenile Probation Department
Katherine Weinstein Miller, Chief Probation Officer
375 Woodside Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94127
RE: 2018-2020 BIENNIAL INSPECTION OF SAN FRANCISCO CITY AND COUNTY JUVENILE
PROBATION DEPARTMENT, WELFARE AND INSTITIONS CODE SECTION 209; JUVENILE JUSTICE
AND DELINUENCY PREVENTION ACT
Dear Chief Miller:
Pursuant to the California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 209, the BSCC shall conduct a biennial
inspection of each juvenile facility used for confinement of minors for more than 24 hours. These
inspections are performed to determine compliance with the Minimum Standards for Local Detention
Facilities as outlined in Titles 15 and 24, California Code of Regulations.
Statewide, regional trainings were held in preparation for revised regulations in December 2018 to
introduce and educate staff on the expectations of the new regulations and to provide technical
assistance and direction. An onsite, pre inspection briefing was held April 24, 2019, for facility staff
responsible for the inspection process.
A policy review was completed on June 9, 2020. All inspection documentation was requested and
subsequently reviewed by virtual desk audit due to the coronavirus pandemic and the issuance of
statewide and local shelter‐in‐place orders. BSCC staff were prohibited from traveling and unable to
complete on‐site inspections.
Completing an inspection remotely and virtually does not allow for our regular onsite experiences that
assist in the overall determination of compliance. This includes the onsite tour of the facility, observation
of daily programs, activities and operations, face to face interviews with facility partners, staff and
residents and the ability to observe and make a determination of the culture and environment of the
facility. We also miss the opportunity to meet one on one to debrief our findings directly as appropriate.
The complete BSCC inspection report is enclosed and consists of this transmittal letter, the Title 15
Procedures Checklist, outlining applicable minimum standards; a Physical Plant Evaluation, outlining
Title 24 requirements for design; and a Living Area Space Evaluation, summarizing the physical plant
configuration and showing the capacity of the facility.
Please refer to the Title 15 procedures checklist for indication of facility compliance status and evidence
used to determine compliance.
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Chief Miller 2
City and County of San Francisco
Juvenile Probation Department
Local Inspections
In addition to the biennial inspection by the BSCC, Title 15, Section 1313 and statute also require an
annual local inspection from the following: county building inspector or person designated by the Board
of Supervisors, annual local health officer, annual county Superintendent of Schools; Juvenile Court
and the Juvenile Justice Commission. A biennial inspection is required from the fire authority having
jurisdiction. Please refer to the Title 15 procedures checklist for dates and specific notes regarding
these inspections and consider our report in conjunction with all other reports received for a
comprehensive perspective of your facility. There are no outstanding areas of noncompliance in your
local inspection reports.
Inspection Scope and Results
Title 15, CCR Minimum Standards
Prior to the desk audit inspection, we began with a review of the San Francisco City and County
Probation Department Policy and Procedure Manual. Our evaluation consists of reviewing only those
policies, procedures specifically related to the Juvenile Hall and applicable regulations included in Title
15, CCR1. We noted there were multiple policies that were not updated as they were missing
information or were inconsistent with the new requirements of the regulations. There were areas of
policy and procedure that required various levels of improvement and corrective action. Some areas
were able to be addressed and rectified quickly; however, other areas required revision to become
compliant.
We reviewed facility documentation and other forms or proof of practice which included incident reports
regarding suicide watch, use of force and restraints for movement within the facility. We also reviewed
room confinement logs, grievances, admission, release and classification documents, assessments
and case plans, due process documentation and safety checks. During our review, we identified items
of concern. We noted several areas where documentation was lacking due to policy and procedure not
being fully updated to recently revised regulations and training not being completed. Documentation
was not compliant with regulations in those specific areas at the time of inspection.
Subsequent to the inspection, policy matters and procedures were discussed and updated, and
operational areas were brought into compliance with training, guidance and technical assistance prior
to the completion of this letter. We provided many best-practice recommendations to your new
leadership team to assist in obtaining compliance and to enhance facility operations. They have worked
very hard to meet minimum standards.
Since implementing additional policy, procedures, and training, there have only been a few incidents in
the areas where policy and procedure were updated for compliance. We will continue to monitor
documentation in these areas to ensure continued compliance. As such, we will request bi-monthly
updated documentation to review until we are able to complete our 2020-2022 onsite inspection or until
we have determined that full compliance has been obtained. We will also check in monthly to provide
guidance and technical assistance as needed.
1 BSCC does not review all policies and procedures. We do not “approve” policies and procedures, nor do we review them for
constitutional or legal issues. We recommend agencies seek review through their legal advisor, risk manager and other persons deemed
appropriate.
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Chief Miller 3
City and County of San Francisco
Juvenile Probation Department
The attached Procedures Checklist provides a detailed overview of the inspection findings. Upon final
review of all documentation and upon the conclusion of this report, all areas of non-compliance have
been addressed and we will continue to monitor as noted in the procedures checklist.
Title 24, CCR Physical Plant
San Francisco Juvenile Justice Center Rated Capacity: 150
We found no areas of noncompliance related to Title 24. Please refer to the Physical Plant Checklist
for detailed information.
Training
The most recent Standards and Training for Corrections audit reports that the San Francisco City and
County Probation Department is in full compliance with all relevant regulations and mandates.
Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act Compliance Monitoring
There have been no violations of JJDPA this inspection cycle and no areas of non-compliance were
noted.
This concludes the 2018-2020 biennial inspection cycle report for the San Francisco City and County
Juvenile Justice Center. We would like to express our gratitude to Assistant Chief Paula Hernandez,
Facility Director Bobby Uppal and Acting Senior Counselor David Penny. We appreciate the time and
energy spent participating in the inspection process. Both worked tirelessly and represented the facility
in an exemplary manner. We look forward to working together in the future.
If you should have any questions, please contact me at (916) 322-1638 or email at
lisa.southwell@bscc.ca.gov.
Sincerely,
Lisa Southwell
Field Representative
Facilities Standards and Operations Division
Cc: Presiding Judge, Juvenile Court, San Francisco City and County*
Chair, Juvenile Justice Commission, San Francisco City and County*
Chair, Board of Supervisors, San Francisco City and County*
County Administrator, San Francisco City and County*
Paula Hernandez, Assistant Chief- San Francisco City and County Probation
Bobby Uppal, Division Director - San Francisco City and County Probation
*Copies of the report are located on BSCC website
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES CHECKLIST1
BSCC Code: 7517
FACILITY NAME: FACILITY TYPE:
San Francisco Juvenile Justice Center Juvenile Hall
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED:
Luis Recinos, Prior Facility Director; Tim Diestel, Assistant Director, Paula Hernandez, Assistant Chief; Bobby Uppal, Current
Facility Director; David Penney, Acting Senior Counselor
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: DATE:
Lisa Southwell June 9, 2020
TITLE 15 SECTION YES NO UNK P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS
1313 COUNTY INSPECTION AND
EVALUATION OF BUILDING AND GROUNDS
On an annual basis, or as otherwise required by law,
each juvenile facility administrator shall obtain a
documented inspection and evaluation from the
following:
(A) County building inspection by agency designated by 2019
the Board of Supervisors to approve building safety; The building inspection was completed by
Edward Greene on July 19, 2019.
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2020
The building inspection was completed by
Edward Greene on August 14, 2020.
There were no areas of concern.
(B) Fire authority having jurisdiction, including a fire 2019
clearance as required by Health and Safety Code The fire inspection was completed by San
Section 13146.1 (a) and (b); Francisco Fire Department on March 26,
2019. There were areas of concern that
were corrected, and information provided
to SFFD on July 3, 2019.
☒ ☐ ☐ 2020
The facility was inspected by San
Francisco Fire Department on September
2, 2020.
1
This document is intended for use as a tool during the 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 5 for the complete list and text of regulations.
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(C) Local health officer, inspection in accordance with 2019
Health and Safety Code Section 101045; Medical Mental Health: July 22, 2019
Nutrition: June 21, 2019
Environmental Health: February 12, 2019
Corrections were required for both
Medical/Mental Health and for
Environmental Health. All corrections have
been addressed.
☒ ☐ ☐
2020
At the time of the inspections, the facility
had not yet had their 2020 inspections They
were completed as follows:
Medical Mental Health:
Nutrition: 08/25/2020
Environmental Health: 10/6/2020
No corrections necessary
(D) County superintendent of schools on the adequacy 2019
of educational services and facilities as required in On March 17, 2019, the Facility was
Section 1370; inspected by Jill Hoogendyk, Chief of
Staff. found the school program to meet
regulatory expectations
☒ ☐ ☐ 2020
The education program has been
suspended since March 2020 due to
COVID 19 and the inspection was not
completed as there have been no in-person
school since that time. Facility staff
continue to monitor the situation and will
ensure the inspection is completed as able.
(E) Juvenile court as required by Section 209 of the 2019
Welfare and Institutions Code A letter dated June 23, 2020 was provided
by Judge Wiley certifying that the 2019
inspection occurred.
2020
☒ ☐ ☐ The facility was inspected by the
Honorable Monica R. Wiley, Supervising
Judge, San Francisco Unified Family
Court on June 9, 2020.
Judge Wiley wrote on June 10, 2020 that
she found the facility to be suitable to
house youth.
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(F) Juvenile Justice Commission as required by Section The Juvenile Justice Commission conducts
229 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or annual inspections of the facility.
Probation Commission as required by Section 240 of
2018
the Welfare and Institutions Code.
The facility was inspected on October 16,
☒ ☐ ☐ 2018.
2019
The facility was inspected on August
14,2019.
The Commission found the facility to be in
in compliance in all areas in both years.
1320 APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS San Francisco Juvenile Probation
BSCC Note: Compliance with this section is Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
determined by receipt of the Chief Probation Officer’s and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements-Appointment
certification letter confirming that all elements of
regulation are met.
A letter, dated March 6, 2020, was
(a) Appointment received from Chief Probation Officer
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In each juvenile facility there shall be a superintendent, Katherine Weinstein Miller certifying all
director or facility manager in charge of its program and appointments of staff are pursuant to the
applicable laws and that all staff present at
employees. Such superintendent, director, facility
the facility meet all required qualifications
manager and other employees of the facility shall be
and clearances including contract
appointed by the facility administrator pursuant to
personnel, volunteers and other non-
applicable provisions of law.
employees.
(b) Employee Qualifications San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Each facility shall: Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Employee Qualifications
(1) recruit and hire employees who possess knowledge, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
skills and abilities appropriate to their job ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
classification and duties in accordance with and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Employee Qualifications
applicable civil service or merit system rules;
(2) require a medical evaluation and physical San Francisco Juvenile Probation
examination including tuberculosis screening test Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and evaluation for immunity to contagious illnesses ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
of childhood (i.e., diphtheria, rubeola, rubella, and Employee Qualifications
mumps);
(3) adhere to the minimum standards for the selection San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and training requirements adopted by the Board Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
pursuant to Section 6035 of the Penal Code; and and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Employee Qualifications
(4) conduct a criminal records review, on each new San Francisco Juvenile Probation
employee, and psychological examination in ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
accordance with Section 1031 et seq. of the and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01: Employee
Qualifications
Government Code.
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(c) Contract personnel, volunteers, and other non- San Francisco Juvenile Probation
employees of the facility, who may be present at the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
facility, shall have such clearance and qualifications ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Employee Qualifications
as may be required by law, and their presence at the
facility shall be subject to the approval and control of
the facility manager.
1321 STAFFING
Each juvenile facility shall:
a) have an adequate number of personnel sufficient to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
carry out the overall facility operation and its Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
programming, to provide for safety and security of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements
youth and staff, and meet established standards and
regulations;
We were provided with staffing and
population data for three random days (1 in
each year) within the cycle. We found the
population to vary between 48 and 32
youth. Staffing for these same days were
☒ ☐ ☐ between 23 in 2018 and 14 in 2020 on the
7am to 3pm shift, 18 and 15 on the 3pm to
11pm shift and 10 and 8 on the 11pm to
7pm shift.
Facility administrators have stated that over
the past 6 months, facility population has
fluctuated but has remained low due to
COVID but facility staffing has been
constant and scheduled to ensure that
operations continue without interruption to
ensure consistency for staff and youth.
b) ensure that no required services shall be denied San Francisco Juvenile Probation
because of insufficient numbers of staff on duty ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
absent exigent circumstances; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements
c) have a sufficient number of supervisory level staff to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
ensure adequate supervision of all staff members; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01(IV)
(C): Staffing Requirements
☒ ☐ ☐
The facility Director is responsible for the
overall operations of the facility. Senior
counselors are assigned as supervisors and
when in charge of the day to day operation
of the facility are known as the Officer of
the Day.
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d) have a clearly identified person on duty at all times San Francisco Juvenile Probation
who is responsible for operations and activities and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
has completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core and Procedure (JJCPP) Section
2.01(IV)(D):
Course and PC 832 training:
Staffing Requirements
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The Officer of the Day is responsible for
day to day operations of the facility.
Detention counselors are responsible for the
unit activities of the youth.
e) have at least one staff member present on each living San Francisco Juvenile Probation
unit whenever there are youth in the living unit; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section
2.01(IV)(E):
Staffing Requirements
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There is always a staff member present in
the unit or where a youth is present. Youth
are not left alone.
f) have sufficient food service personnel relative to the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
number and security of living units, including staff Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
qualified and available to: plan menus meeting and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01(IV)
(F): Staffing Requirements
nutritional requirements of youth; provide kitchen
supervision; direct food preparation and servings;
conduct related training programs for culinary staff; ☒ ☐ ☐ Youth eat all meals in the living units.
and maintain necessary records; or, a facility may
Meals are prepared in the facility kitchen
serve food that meets nutritional standards prepared
and are delivered to the units. Staff serve
by an outside source;
the meals to the youth. Cooks and other
food service workers do not supervise
youth.
g) have sufficient administrative, clerical, recreational, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
medical, dental, mental health, building Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
maintenance, transportation, control room, facility and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01(IV)
☒ ☐ ☐ (G): Staffing Requirements
security and other support staff for the efficient
management of the facility, and to ensure that youth
supervision staff shall not be diverted from
supervising youth; and,
h) assign sufficient youth supervision staff to provide San Francisco Juvenile Probation
continuous wide-awake supervision of youth, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
subject to temporary variations in staff assignments ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01(IV)
(H): Staffing Requirements
to meet special program needs. Staffing shall be in
compliance with a minimum youth-staff ratio for the
following facility types:
(1) Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff ratio) San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(A) during the hours that youth are awake, one wide- ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
awake youth supervision staff member on duty for and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
each 10 youth in detention; Staffing Requirements-Juvenile Halls
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(B) during the hours that youth are confined to their San Francisco Juvenile Probation
room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
youth supervision staff member on duty for each and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements-Juvenile Halls
30 youth in detention;
(C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff San Francisco Juvenile Probation
members on duty at all times, regardless of the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
number of youth in detention, unless an and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements-Juvenile Halls
arrangement has been made for backup support
services which allow for immediate response to ☒ ☐ ☐
emergencies; and,
As of the end of the cycle, there are 3 units
being operated. 1 unit for males, 1unit for
females and 1 for youth that are positive for
COVID.
(D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty San Francisco Juvenile Probation
who is the same gender as youth housed in the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
facility. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements-Juvenile Halls
☒ ☐ ☐
There are always male and female staff on
duty.
(E) personnel with primary responsibility for other San Francisco Juvenile Probation
duties such as administration, supervision of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical, ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.01:
Staffing Requirements-Juvenile Halls
kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as
youth supervision staff positions.
(2) Special Purpose Juvenile Halls (minimum youth- Facility is not a Special Purpose Juvenile
staff ratio) Hall
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(A) during hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each
10 youth in detention;
(B) during the hours that youth are confined to their room
for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth ☐ ☐ ☒
supervision staff member on duty for each 30 youth
in detention;
(C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff
members on duty at all times, regardless of the
☐ ☐ ☒
number of youth in detention, unless an arrangement
has been made for backup support services which
allow for immediate response to emergencies; and,
(D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty
who is the same gender as youth housed in the ☐ ☐ ☒
facility.
(E) personnel with primary responsibility for other
duties such as administration, supervision of
☐ ☐ ☒
personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical,
kitchen or maintenance shall not be classified as
youth supervision staff positions.
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(3) Camps (minimum youth -staff ratio) Facility is not a Camp
(A) during the hours that youth are awake, one wide- ☐ ☐ ☒
awake youth supervision staff member on duty for
each 15 youth in the camp population;
(B) during the hours that youth are confined to their
room for the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake ☐ ☐ ☒
youth supervision staff member on duty for each 30
youth present in the facility;
(C) at least two wide-awake youth supervision staff
members on duty at all times, regardless of the
☐ ☐ ☒
number of youth in residence, unless arrangements
have been made for backup support services which
allow for immediate response to emergencies;
(D) at least one youth supervision staff member on duty
☐ ☐ ☒
who is the same gender as youth housed in the
facility;
(E) in addition to the minimum staff to youth ratio
required in (h)(3)(A)-(B), consideration shall be
given to the size, design, and location of the camp;
types of youth committed to the camp; and the ☐ ☐ ☒
function of the camp in determining the level of
supervision necessary to maintain the safety and
welfare of youth and staff;
(F) personnel with primary responsibility for other
duties such as administration, supervision of
personnel, academic or trade instruction, clerical, ☐ ☐ ☒
farm, forestry, kitchen or maintenance shall not be
classified as youth supervision staff positions.
1322 YOUTH SUPERVISION STAFF San Francisco Juvenile Probation
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(a) Prior to assuming any responsibilities each youth and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
supervision staff member shall be properly oriented Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
to their duties, including:
New staff are assigned to a training officer
who assists in their orientation and training.
The new officer will shadow the training
☒ ☐ ☐
officer who in turn will answer any
questions and will sign off their training
packet.
Compliance is based on policy alone. Staff
site files will be reviewed when back on
site to ensure training records are
documented appropriately.
(1) youth supervision duties; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
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(2) scope of decisions they shall make; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(3) the identity of their supervisor; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(4) the identity of persons who are responsible to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
them; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(5) persons to contact for decisions that are beyond San Francisco Juvenile Probation
their responsibility; and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(6) ethical responsibilities. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(b) Prior to assuming any responsibility for the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
supervision of youth, each youth supervision staff Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
member shall receive a minimum of 40 hours of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
facility-specific orientation, including:
(1) individual and group supervision techniques; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(2) regulations and policies relating to discipline and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
rights of youth pursuant to law and the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
provisions of this chapter; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(3) basic health, sanitation and safety measures; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(4) suicide prevention and response to suicide San Francisco Juvenile Probation
attempts Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(5) policies regarding use of force, de-escalation San Francisco Juvenile Probation
techniques, chemical agents, mechanical and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
physical restraints; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(6) review of policies and procedures referencing San Francisco Juvenile Probation
trauma and trauma-informed approaches; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(7) procedures to follow in the event of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
emergencies; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
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(8) routine security measures, including facility San Francisco Juvenile Probation
perimeter and grounds; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(9) crisis intervention and mental health referrals to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
mental health services; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(10) documentation; and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(11) fire/life safety training San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
(c) Prior to assuming sole supervision of youth, each San Francisco Juvenile Probation
youth supervision staff member shall successfully Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
complete the requirements of the Juvenile ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
Corrections Officer Core Course pursuant to Penal
Code Section 6035.
(d) Prior to exercising the powers of a peace officer San Francisco Juvenile Probation
youth supervision staff shall successfully complete Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
training pursuant to Section 830 et seq. of the Penal and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.03: Youth
Supervision Staff Orientation and Training
Code.
1323 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
Whenever there is a youth in a juvenile facility, there
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.02: Fire
shall be at least one wide awake person on duty at all ☒ ☐ ☐ Safety Plan
times who meets the training standards established by the
Board for general fire and life safety which relate
specifically to the facility.
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1324 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL The facility manual is available in
All facility administrators shall develop, publish, and electronic and hard copy format. A hard
implement a manual of written policies and procedures copy version is available on each unit. Per
that address, at a minimum, all regulations that are the facility director, the manual is
applicable to the facility. Such a manual shall be made administratively reviewed annually and
available to all employees, reviewed by all employees, updated as needed and when appropriate.
and shall be administratively reviewed at a minimum
every two years, and updated, as necessary. Those We found there were many policy updates
records relating to the standards and requirements set necessary. We provided technical assistance
forth in these regulations shall be accessible to the Board and these updates were made. We reviewed
☒ ☐ ☐
on request. other Policy and Procedures as provided to
The manual shall include: us and have confirmed the required sections
exist as cited specific to required
regulations; however, there may be cites
noted in the comments that may not match
due to updates that were unable to be
reverified. Technical assistance also
provided to review the full manual for
update in the next cycle.
(a) table of organization, including channels of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
communications and a description of job Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
classifications; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
☒ ☐ ☐
and Section 1.04: Relationship with the
Public, Media and Other Agencies
Section 2.04: Shift Assignments and
Position Descriptions
(b) responsibility of the probation department, purpose San Francisco Juvenile Probation
of programs, relationship to the juvenile court, the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
Juvenile Justice/Delinquency Prevention and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Commission or Probation Committee, probation Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals,
☒ ☐ ☐
staff, school personnel and other agencies that are Section 1.01: Establishing the Facility and
involved in juvenile facility programs; Delineating its Mission and Section 1.04:
Relationship with Public, Media and Other
Agencies
(c) responsibilities of all employees; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals,
and Section 2.04: Shift Assignments
and Position Descriptions
(d) initial orientation and training program for San Francisco Juvenile Probation
employees; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
and Section 2.03: Youth Supervision Staff
Orientation and Training
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(e) initial orientation, including safety and security San Francisco Juvenile Probation
issues and anti-discrimination policies, for support Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
staff, contract employees, school, mental/behavioral ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
health and medical staff, program providers and Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
volunteers;
(f) maintenance of record-keeping, statistics and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
communication system to ensure: Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
The agency utilizes a case management
☒ ☐ ☐
system for communication and record
keeping with the courts, juvenile probation
and statistical data collection. Handwritten
logs and reports are the main means of
record keeping used in the facility to track
and document facility information.
(1) efficient operation of the juvenile facility; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
(2) legal and proper care of youth; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
(3) maintenance of individual youth's records; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
(4) supply of information to the juvenile court and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
those authorized by the court or by the law; and, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
(5) release of information regarding youth. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
(g) ethical responsibilities; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
and Section 2.05: Code of Ethics
(h) trauma-informed approaches; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
and Section 1.01: Establishing the Facility
and Delineating Its Mission
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(i) culturally responsive approaches; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
and Section 1.01: Establishing the Facility
and Delineating Its Mission
(j) gender responsive approaches; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
and Section 1.01: Establishing the Facility
and Delineating Its Mission
(k) a non-discrimination provision that provides that all San Francisco Juvenile Probation
youth within the facility shall have fair and equal Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
access to all available services, placement, care, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
treatment, and benefits, and provides that no person Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
shall be subject to discrimination or harassment on and Section 5.03: Youth Rights and
the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnic group Responsibilities
☒ ☐ ☐
identification, ancestry, national origin, immigration
status, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, mental or
physical disability, or HIV status, including
restrictive housing or classification decisions based
solely on any of the above mentioned categories;
(l) storage and maintenance requirements for any San Francisco Juvenile Probation
chemical agents related security devices, and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
weapons and ammunition, where applicable; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
(m) establishment of procedures for collection of Medi- San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Cal eligibility information and enrollment of eligible Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
youth; and, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
and Section 3.01(C)19- Admission
Procedures
(n) establishment of a policy that prohibits all forms of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
sexual abuse, sexual assault and sexual harassment. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The policy shall include an approach to preventing, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1.03:
detecting and responding to such conduct and any ☒ ☐ ☐ Establishment and Maintenance of Manuals
retaliation for reporting such conduct, as well as a and Section 5.07: Prison Rape Elimination
provision for reporting such conduct by youth, staff Act (PREA)
or a third party.
1325 FIRE SAFETY PLAN San Francisco Juvenile Probation
The facility administrator shall consult with the local fire Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
department having jurisdiction over the facility, or with ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.02: Fire
Safety Plan
the State Fire Marshal, in developing a plan for fire safety
which shall include, but not be limited to:
a) a fire prevention plan to be included as part of the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
manual of policy and procedures; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.02: Fire
Safety Plan
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b) monthly fire and life safety inspections by facility San Francisco Juvenile Probation
staff with two- year retention of the inspection Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
record; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.02: Fire
Safety Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
Documentation provided for our review.
Fire and life safety inspections were
completed as required.
c) fire prevention inspections as required by Health San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and Safety Code Section 13146.1(a) and (b); Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) 11.02: Fire Safety
☒ ☐ ☐
Plan
See Section 1313- Completed.
d) an evacuation plan; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
e) documented fire drills not less than quarterly; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.02: Fire
Safety Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
Documentation provided for our review
Fire Drills have been completed as
required.
f) a written plan for the emergency housing of youth in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the case of fire; and, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
If an emergency were to cause an
evacuation that were to last longer than 3
hours, youth will be evacuated to another
JH in the bay area dependent on the
circumstances of the emergency.
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g) development of a fire suppression pre-plan In San Francisco Juvenile Probation
cooperation with the local fire department. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.02: Fire
Safety Plan
The facility administrator confirmed the
building and grounds superintendent met
☒ ☐ ☐ with the San Francisco Fire Department
Fire inspector during the 2019 inspection to
review the fire safety plan.
Technical assistance provided and
discussed that formal documentation should
be kept that documents the date and can be
provided for inspection in the future.
1326 SECURITY REVIEW Security Reviews were completed for both
2019 and 2020 by Director Recinos.
Each facility administrator shall develop policies and
procedures to annually review, evaluate, and document ☒ ☐ ☐ Security review was completed for 2019 on
security of the facility. The review and evaluation shall April 2, 2019 and for 2020 on August 30,
include internal and external security, including, but not
2020.
limited to, key control, equipment, and staff training.
1327 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop facility-specific ☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.03:
policies and procedures for emergencies that shall
Facility Emergency Plan
include, but not be limited to:
(a) escape, disturbances, and the taking of hostages; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.18:
Security Threat Emergency Plan and 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
(b) civil disturbance, active shooter and terrorist attack; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.18:
Security Threat Emergency Plan and 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
(c) fire and natural disasters; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
(d) periodic testing of emergency equipment; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.04:
Preventative Maintenance Program
(e) emergency evacuation of the facility; and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
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(f) a program to provide all youth supervision staff San Francisco Juvenile Probation
with an annual review of emergency procedures. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 11.03:
Facility Emergency Plan
Reviews are generally completed during the
annual policy and procedure updates. Per
☒ ☐ ☐ facility administration, an in-service
training was conducted in March 2020, and
all emergency procedures were reviewed
during this time. We did not view these sign
offs as we were not onsite to view staff
training files. Compliance is based on
policy and site files will be reviewed when
back on site.
1328 SAFETY CHECKS San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.03:
policy and procedures that provide for direct visual
Safety Checks
observation of youth at a minimum of every 15 minutes,
at random or varied intervals during hours when youth
The facility uses the Guard One tracking
are asleep or when youth are in their rooms, confined in
and recording system to electronically
holding cells or confined to their bed in a dormitory.
document and record the time and location
Supervision is not replaced, but may be supplemented
of individual safety checks. The system
by, an audio/visual electronic surveillance system
can record any level of supervision
designed to detect overt, aggressive or assaultive
regardless of time. Youth may be on a15
behavior and to summon aid in emergencies. All safety
minute or a 5-minute safety check or a
checks shall be documented with the actual time the
constant watch dependent on level of risk.
check is completed.
There is no difference in how a check is
completed.
We reviewed documentation provided from
☒ ☐ ☐ the month of March 2020. We found that
most checks were completed as required by
regulation and by facility policy. If there is
a late check, staff are required to log in the
logbook the reasons why they are late.
Senior officers review the logbooks twice a
shift and quality assurance reviews are
completed daily.
A sample of a Record of Discussion memo
was provided for our review to show how a
late check would be addressed with a staff
member if one were to occur. Facility
administration stated that any check that is
outside the policy is addressed with staff
the same day and if there is a pattern it is
brought to the attention of the facility
manager for follow up.
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1329 SUICIDE PREVENTION PLAN San Francisco Juvenile Probation
The facility administrator, in collaboration with the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
healthcare and behavioral/mental health administrators, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
shall plan and implement written policies and
Suicide Prevention Plan
procedures which delineate a Suicide Prevention Plan.
The plan shall consider the needs of youth experiencing The Suicide Prevention Plan was developed
past or current trauma. in collaboration with Medical and Mental
Health- Special Programs for Youth. (SPY)
Suicide prevention responses shall be respectful and in
the least invasive manner consistent with the level of Suicide watch incident reports were
☒ ☐ ☐
suicide risk. provided for our review. We were also
provided with safety plans that had been
The plan shall include the following elements: completed by mental health staff that are
provided specific to the same youth. This
information is provided for unit staff to
provide direction in keeping the youth safe.
This form provides a 24 hour on call OD
pager number for the use of staff. All youth
on suicide watch status are reviewed twice
daily.
(a) Suicide prevention training as required in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Section 1322, Youth Supervision Staff Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
Orientation, and Training and the Juvenile and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Corrections Officer Core Course.
☒ ☐ ☐ Suicide Prevention Plan
Training is provided as part of initial
training, CORE training and annual
refresher training thereafter.
(b) Screening, Identification Assessment and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Precautionary Protocols Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(1) All youth shall be screened for risk of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
suicide at intake and as needed during
Suicide Prevention Plan and 3.01: Youth
detention.
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
Medical staff screen all youth at intake for
medical and emotional concerns including
☒ ☐ ☐
suicide. Juvenile justice staff screen youth
through seeking information from law
enforcement and the youth’s parents if the
youth verbalized any suicidal thoughts
while in route for or has any history of
suicide.
Youth are also screened through
conversations at intake/admission as well as
throughout detention, carefully observing
their behaviors to ensure their safety.
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(2) All youth supervision staff who perform San Francisco Juvenile Probation
intake processes shall be trained in Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
screening youth for risk of suicide. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
Juvenile Counselors who complete intake
screenings are trained by their training
officer in their pre-service training as part
of their initial training sign off.
(3) All youth who have been identified during San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the intake screening process to be at risk of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
suicide shall be referred to and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
behavioral/mental health staff for a suicide
Suicide Prevention Plan
risk assessment.
☒ ☐ ☐
Any youth who is found to be at risk is to
be immediately referred to behavior health
staff for follow-up. If mental health staff are
not in the building, the on call can be paged
and Medical staff will meet with the youth.
(4) Precautionary protocols shall be developed San Francisco Juvenile Probation
to ensure the youth’s safety pending the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
behavioral/mental health assessment. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
Generally, medical or behavior health staff
place a youth on suicide watch, but
Probation staff may do so as well. Youth
are placed on precautionary 5-minute
watches or on a constant watch basis as
appropriate to ensure the youths safety.
(c) Referral process to behavioral/mental health San Francisco Juvenile Probation
staff for assessment and/or services. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide Prevention Plan
Referrals are generally made by phone or
through face to face conversation.
(d) Procedures for monitoring of youth identified San Francisco Juvenile Probation
at risk for suicide. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide Prevention Plan
Each youth that is deemed to be at risk will
placed on a precautionary watch.
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(e) Safety Interventions San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(1) Procedures to address intervention Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
protocols for youth identified at risk for and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
suicide which may include, but are not
Suicide Prevention Plan
limited to:
☒ ☐ ☐
Safety plans are developed by SPY staff for
each youth that are specific to his or her
individual needs to ensure the youth’s
safety.
A. Housing consideration San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
☒ ☐ ☐ Youth on a safety precaution status are
placed on the first tier in a room that is
close to the staff desk and on 5-minute
safety check or on a constant watch. Youth
may also be placed at a psychiatric hospital
or a medical hospital based on need.
B. Treatment strategies including San Francisco Juvenile Probation
trauma-informed approaches Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
(2) Procedures to instruct youth supervision San Francisco Juvenile Probation
staff how to respond to youth who exhibit Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
suicidal behaviors. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
☒ ☐ ☐
Behavioral health staff provide direction
detention counselors as to what the youth
may have access to i.e. clothing, bedding,
reading materials etc.
(f) Communication San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(1) The intake process shall include Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
communication with the arresting officer and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
and family guardians regarding the youth’s
Suicide Prevention Plan
past or present suicidal ideations, behaviors
☒ ☐ ☐
or attempts.
Intake staff communicate with LEO’s and
the youth’s family to determine if youth has
a history of suicide, suicide ideation or if
they expressed suicide intent.
(2) Procedures for clear and current San Francisco Juvenile Probation
information sharing about youth at risk for Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
suicide with youth supervision, healthcare, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
and behavioral/mental health staff. ☒ ☐ ☐
Suicide Prevention Plan
All information is documented and shared
amongst staff as appropriate.
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(g) Debriefing of Critical Incidents Related to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Suicides or Attempts Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Process for administrative review of the and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
circumstances and responses proceeding,
Suicide Prevention Plan
during and after the critical incident.
(2) Process for a debriefing event with affected San Francisco Juvenile Probation
staff. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
(3) Process for a debriefing event with affected San Francisco Juvenile Probation
youth. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
Suicide Prevention Plan
(h) Documentation San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(1) Documentation processes shall be Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
developed to ensure compliance with this and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
regulation
Suicide Prevention Plan
Youth identified at risk for suicide shall not be denied San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the opportunity to participate in facility programs, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
services and activities which are available to other non- and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.03:
suicidal youth, unless deemed necessary for the safety
☒ ☐ ☐ Suicide Prevention Plan
of the youth or security of the facility. Any deprivation
of programs, services or activities for youth at risk of
All youth participate in all aspects of the
suicide shall be documented and approved by the
program per facility administration unless
facility manager.
they are physically unsafe to do so.
1340 REPORTING OF LEGAL ACTIONS There have been no legal actions to report
this cycle.
Each facility shall submit to the Board a letter of ☒ ☐ ☐
notification on each legal action, pertaining to conditions
of confinement, filed against persons or legal entities
responsible for juvenile facility operation.
1341 DEATH AND SERIOUS ILLNESS OR San Francisco Juvenile Probation
INJURY OF A YOUTH WHILE Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
DETAINED and Procedure (JJCPP) Section10.02: Death
(1) Death of a Youth. and Serious Injury
(a) The facility administrator, In cooperation with the
health administrator and the behavioral/mental The policy was developed in cooperation
☒ ☐ ☐
health director, shall develop written policies and with Special Programs for Youth (SPY)
procedures in the event of the death of a youth while
detained, which include notifications to necessary No incident reports to view in this area.
parties, which may include the Juvenile Court, the
parent, guardian or person standing in loco parentis
and the youth’s attorney of record.
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(b) The health administrator, In cooperation with the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
facility administrator, shall develop written policies Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and procedures to assure there is a medical and and Procedure (JJCPP) Section10.02: Death
operational review of every in-custody death of a and Serious Injury
youth.
☒ ☐ ☐
The review team shall include the facility
administrator and/or facility manager, the health
administrator, the responsible physician and other
health care and supervision staff who are relevant
to the incident.
(c) The administrator of the facility shall provide to the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Board a copy of the report submitted to the Attorney Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
General under Government Code Section 12525. A ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section10.02: Death
copy of the report shall be submitted to the Board and Serious Injury
within 10 calendar days after the death.
(d) Upon receipt of a report of the death of a youth from San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the administrator, the Board may within 30 calendar Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
days inspect and evaluate the juvenile facility, jail, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section10.02: Death
lockup or court holding facility pursuant to the ☒ ☐ ☐ and Serious Injury
provisions of this subchapter. Any inquiry made by
the Board shall be limited to the standards and
requirements set forth in these regulations.
(2) Serious Illness or Injury of Youth San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(a) The facility administrator, In cooperation with the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
health administrator, shall develop written policies and Procedure (JJCPP) Section10.02: Death
and procedures for the notification to necessary ☒ ☐ ☐ and Serious Injury
parties, which may include the Juvenile Court, the
parent, guardian or person standing in loco parentis
and the youth’s attorney of record in the case of a
serious illness or injury of a youth.
1342 POPULATION ACCOUNTING All reports have been submitted as required.
Each juvenile facility shall submit required population ☒ ☐ ☐
and profile survey reports to the Board within 10
working days after the end of each reporting period, in
a format to be provided by the Board.
1343 JUVENILE FACILITY CAPACITY The facility has not exceeded capacity this
cycle.
When the number of youth detained in a living unit of a
juvenile facility exceeds its rated capacity for more than ☒ ☐ ☐
fifteen (15) calendar days in a month, the facility
administrator shall provide a crowding report to the
Board in a format provided by the Board.
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1350 ADMITTANCE PROCEDURES San Francisco Juvenile Probation
The facility administrator shall develop and implement Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
written policies and procedures for admittance of youth and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
that emphasize respectful and humane engagement with Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
youth and reflect that the admission process may be Classification
traumatic to youth who may have already experienced
trauma. Policies shall be trauma-informed, culturally Admission documentation and a blank
relevant, and responsive to the language and literacy medical screening were provided for our
needs of youth. In addition to the requirements of review, but the medical forms were not
Sections 1324 and 1430 of these regulations: reviewed as we were not onsite.
We reviewed documentation provided and
discussed facility operations. We noted that
upon arrival, all youth are seen by the nurse
for an entry intake where youth are
screened for physical, mental health and
intellectual concerns.
We discussed consistency with new
regulation requirements (offer of food and
shower) and noted the documentation
provided for review did not note this
occurred although during our discussions
with facility staff, they noted both occur for
each intake.
☒ ☐ ☐
We discussed the absence of documentation
for these areas and found that the facility
has in fact made all corrections to capture
the new regulatory language and the new
Admission Checklist better reflects and
thoroughly documents regulatory
requirements (i.e.. offer of food and
shower).
We provided technical assistance and the
English version was quickly updated and
implemented. Subsequent documentation
reviewed showed that this information was
being documented.
Additionally, the facility has 24/7 access to
the Language Line for interpreter services
as needed as well as several certified
bilingual staff. If a youth has a
developmental disability, staff will slow the
pace of the admission process to ensure the
youth understands and take extra effort and
care to answer any questions and explain
the process so the youth understands until
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Regional Center or Education can assist
with resources.
(a) the admittance process shall include: San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(1) Access to two free phone calls within one hour Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
of admittance in accordance with the provisions ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
of Welfare and Institution Code Section 627; Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(2) Offer of a shower; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(3) Documented secure storage of personal San Francisco Juvenile Probation
belongings; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(4) Offer of food upon arrival; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(5) Screening for physical and behavioral health San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and safety issues, intellectual or developmental Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
disabilities; ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(6) Screening for physical and developmental San Francisco Juvenile Probation
disabilities in accordance with Sections 1329, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
1418, and 1430 of these regulations; ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(7) Contact with Regional Center for the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Developmentally Disabled for youth that are Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
suspected of or identified as having a ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
developmental disability, pursuant to Section Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
1418; and, Classification
(8) Procedures consistent with Section 1352.5. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
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(b) juvenile hall administrators shall establish written San Francisco Juvenile Probation
criteria for detention that considers the least Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
restrictive environment. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
☒ ☐ ☐ A Detention Risk Instrument is completed
by the on-duty juvenile probation officer.
If after midnight, the Officer of the Day
completes this form to determine if a
youth will remain in custody or will be
released or released to alternative custody
setting.
(c) juvenile camps and post-dispositional programs in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
that advise the youth of the estimated length of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐
stay, inform them of program guidelines and Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
provide written screening criteria for inclusion and Classification
exclusion from the program.
(d) juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures San Francisco Juvenile Probation
that advise any committed youth of the estimated Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
length of his/her stay. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
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1350.5. SCREENING FOR THE RISK OF SEXUAL San Francisco Juvenile Probation
ABUSE Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
written policies and procedures to reduce the risk of Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
sexual abuse by or upon youth. The policy shall require
facility staff to assess each youth within 72 hours of Documentation provided at inspection was
admission based on the following information: reviewed and it was noted that while the
policy was consistent with regulation,
operationally, youth were screened by
medical and mental health and by probation
through various screening processes;
however, there was not one inclusive
screening process completed.
Documentation was not readily available
for the purpose or intent of regulation or to
determine compliance for this section.
While we understand HIPPA compliance,
☒ ☐ ☐ facility partners must share pertinent
information for the protection of youth
while in the facility. Technical assistance
provided and suggestions made regarding
regulation and the intent behind this process
of keeping youth safe while in detention.
Agency will continue with current
practices; however, Probation immediately
implemented and continue to be lead for the
full assessment, dissemination and storage
of the assessment and information under
this section.
A subsequent review of documentation
provided for this section noted that all
youth were rescreened and new youth that
are admitted are screened utilizing the
Victim Vulnerability tool. This area has
been corrected.
(a) Prior sexual victimization or abusiveness; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(b) Gender nonconforming appearance or manner; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
or identification as lesbian, gay or bisexual, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
transgender, queer or intersex, and whether the ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
youth may, therefore, be vulnerable to sexual Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
abuse;
(c) Current charges and offense history; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
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(d) Age; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(e) Level of emotional and cognitive development; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(f) Physical size and stature; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(g) Mental illness or mental disabilities; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(h) Intellectual or developmental disabilities; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(i) Physical disabilities; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(j) The youth’s perception of vulnerability; and, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
(k) Any other specific information about the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
individual youth that may indicate heightened Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
needs for supervision, additional safety and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
precautions, or separation from certain other Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
youth.
Staff shall ascertain this information through San Francisco Juvenile Probation
conversations with the youth during the admittance Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
process, medical and behavioral health screenings; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
☒ ☐ ☐
during classification assessments; and by reviewing Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
court records, case files, facility behavioral records, and
other relevant documentation from the youth’s files.
The facility administrator shall implement appropriate San Francisco Juvenile Probation
controls on the dissemination of information within the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
facility relative to responses received pursuant to this and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.06:
assessment in order to ensure that sensitive information ☒ ☐ ☐ Screening for the Risk of Sexual Abuse
is not exploited to the youth’s detriment by staff or other
youth. Assessments are kept in Supervisor’s
locked office.
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1351 RELEASE PROCEDURES San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
☒ ☐ ☐
written policies and procedures for release of youth
from custody which provide for: Release documentation reviewed and
contained appropriate information.
(a) verification of identity/release papers; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
(b) return of personal clothing and valuables; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
☒ ☐ ☐
Reviewed completed clothing list and
Juvenile Valuable Receipts
(c) notification to the youth's parents or guardian; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
(d) notification to the facility health care provider in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
accordance with Sections 1408 and 1437 of these Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
regulations, for coordination with outside agencies; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
and,
(e) notification of school staff; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
(f) notification of facility mental health personnel. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
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The facility administrator shall develop and implement San Francisco Juvenile Probation
policies and procedures for post-disposition youth to Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
coordinate the provision of transitional and reentry and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
services including, but not limited to, medical and
behavioral health, education, probation supervision and At inspection, the facility did not have a
community-based services. separate transition plan for release but had a
transition plan as part of Section 1355,
Institutional Assessment and Plan. The
transition plan did not have all the specific
areas as required under this section of
regulation. Technical assistance was
provided, and the areas required were added
to the plan in 1355. A subsequent review of
these forms noted this correction was made.
☒ ☐ ☐
Documentation was requested and there
have been no post dispositional youth who
have required a transitional plan since the
corrections were made. Several
conversations have been held with facility
administrators and with the staff
responsible for these plans. We are
confident staff understand how to document
and use these plans and what is required
when the time comes. We will continue to
monitor this area for compliance until we
can return to complete an onsite inspection.
The facility administrator shall develop and implement San Francisco Juvenile Probation
written policies and procedures for the furlough of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
youth from custody. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.04
☒ ☐ ☐
The facility does not allow furloughs.
Youth are released for medical care as
necessary or required.
1352 CLASSIFICATION San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
written policies and procedures on classification of ☒ ☐ ☐ Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
youth for the purpose of determining housing placement
Classification
in the facility.
Such procedures shall:
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(a) provide for the safety of the youth, other youth, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
facility staff, and the public by placing youth in the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
appropriate, least restrictive housing and program and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
settings. Housing assignments shall consider the Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
need for single, double or dormitory assignment or Classification
location within the dormitory;
☒ ☐ ☐
Reviewed completed classification
documentation. The classification form
considers basic demographic information as
well as maturity, charge information, gang
affiliation, emotional stability and program
needs. Youth room alone in single cells.
(b) consider facility populations and physical design of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the facility; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
(c) provide that a youth shall be classified upon San Francisco Juvenile Probation
admittance to the facility; classification factors Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
shall include, but not be limited to: age, maturity, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
sophistication, emotional stability, program needs, ☒ ☐ ☐ Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
legal status, public safety considerations, Classification
medical/mental health considerations, gender and
gender identity of the youth;
(d) provide for periodic classification reviews, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
including provisions that consider the level of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
supervision and the youth's behavior while in and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
custody; and, Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
☒ ☐ ☐
Classification
Facility Administration noted reviews occur
every 30 days.
(e) provide that facility staff shall not separate youth San Francisco Juvenile Probation
from the general population or assign youth to a Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
single occupancy room based solely on the youth's and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
actual or perceived race, ethnic group Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
identification, ancestry, national origin, color, Classification
religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ☒ ☐ ☐
gender expression, mental or physical disability, or
HIV status. This section does not prohibit staff from
placing youth in a single occupancy room at the
youth's specific request or in accordance with Title
15 regulations regarding separation.
(f) facility staff shall not consider lesbian, gay, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
bisexual, transgender, questioning or intersex Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
identification or status as an indicator of likelihood ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.01: Youth
of being sexually abusive. Admissions, Referrals, Screenings and
Classification
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1352.5 TRANSGENDER AND INTERSEX YOUTH. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop written policies
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures ensuring respectful and equitable
Transgender and Intersex Youth
treatment of transgender and intersex youth. The
policies shall provide that:
(a) Facility staff shall respect every youth’s gender San Francisco Juvenile Probation
identity and shall refer to the youth by the youth’s Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
preferred name and gender pronoun, regardless of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
the youth’s legal name. Facilities may prohibit the ☒ ☐ ☐ Transgender and Intersex Youth
use of gang or slang names or names that otherwise
compromise facility operations as determined by
the facility manager or designee and shall document
any decision made on this basis.
(b) Facility staff shall permit youth to dress and present San Francisco Juvenile Probation
themselves in a manner consistent with their gender Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
identity and shall provide youth with the and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
institution’s clothing and undergarments consistent Transgender and Intersex Youth
with their gender identity.
(c) Facility staff shall house youth in the unit or room San Francisco Juvenile Probation
that best meets their individual needs and promotes Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
their safety and well-being. Staff may not and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
automatically house youth according to their Transgender and Intersex Youth
external anatomy and shall document the reasons ☒ ☐ ☐
for any decision to house youth in a unit that does
not match their gender identity. In making a
housing decision, staff shall consider the youth’s
preferences, as well as any recommendations from
the youth’s health or behavioral health provider.
(d) Facility administrators shall ensure that transgender San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and intersex youth have access to medical and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
behavioral health providers qualified to provide and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
care and treatment to transgender and intersex Transgender and Intersex Youth
youth.
(e) Consistent with the facility’s reasonable and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
necessary security considerations and physical Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
plant, facility staff shall make every effort to ensure and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
☒ ☐ ☐
the safety and privacy of transgender and intersex Transgender and Intersex Youth
youth when the youth are using the bathroom or
shower or dressing or undressing.
Facility staff shall not conduct physical searches of any San Francisco Juvenile Probation
youth for the purpose of determining the youth’s Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
anatomical sex. Whenever feasible, the facility shall and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.11:
☒ ☐ ☐
respect the youth’s preference regarding the gender of Transgender and Intersex Youth
the staff member who conducts any search of the youth.
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1353 ORIENTATION San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
written policies and procedures to orient a youth prior
Orientation
to placement in a living area. Both written and verbal
information shall be provided and supplemented with Completed orientation documentation was
video orientation if feasible. Provision shall be made to provided for our review. We noted there
provide accessible orientation information to all were areas that were not updated to current
detained youth including those with disabilities, limited regulations. Technical assistance was
literacy, or English language learners. Orientation shall provided, and the handbooks were updated
include information that addresses: and implemented.
☒ ☐ ☐
Orientation is provided by video with a
verbal review of material. Youth are also
provided with a handbook that provides all
information that youth may keep for future
reference. Orientations occur at admission
and are completed by the admission
counselor. If a youth does not speak
English or is delayed in some way, there are
bilingual staff and staff have access to the
language line.
(a) facility rules including contraband and searches and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
disciplinary procedures; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 3.5:
Orientation
(b) facility’s system of positive behavior interventions San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and supports, including behavior expectations, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
incentives that youth will receive for complying and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
with facility rules, and consequences that may Orientation
result when youth violate the rules of the facility; ☒ ☐ ☐
Sanctions grids are laminated and posted in
all units for youth view. Each unit also has
a handbook with all the rules, incentives
and sanctions posted.
(c) age appropriate information that explains the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
facility’s policy prohibiting sexual abuse and sexual Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment and how to report incidents or and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
suspicions of sexual abuse or sexual harassment; Orientation
(d) identification of key staff and their roles; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(e) the existence of the grievance procedure, the steps San Francisco Juvenile Probation
that must be taken to use it, the youth’s right to be Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
free of retaliation for reporting a grievance, and the ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
name of the person or position designated to resolve Orientation
the issue;
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(f) access to legal services and information on the court San Francisco Juvenile Probation
process; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(g) access to routine and emergency health and mental San Francisco Juvenile Probation
health care; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(h) access to education, religious services, and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
recreational activities; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(i) housing assignments; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(j) opportunity for personal hygiene and daily showers San Francisco Juvenile Probation
including the availability of personal care items Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(k) rules and access to correspondence, visits and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
telephone use; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(l) availability of reading materials, programming, and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
other activities; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(m) facility policies on the use of force, use of restraints, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
chemical agents and room confinement; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(n) immigration legal services; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(o) emergencies including evacuation procedures; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(p) non-discrimination policy and the right to be free San Francisco Juvenile Probation
from physical, verbal or sexual abuse and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
harassment by other youth and staff; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(q) availability of services and programs in a language San Francisco Juvenile Probation
other than English if appropriate; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
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(r) the process for requesting different housing, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
education, programming and work assignments; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
(s) a process for which parents/guardians receive San Francisco Juvenile Probation
information regarding the youth’s stay in the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
facility that at a minimum includes answers to and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
frequently asked questions and provides contact Orientation
information for the facility, medical, school and
mental health; and,
(t) a process by which youth may request access to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Title 15 Minimum Standards for Juvenile Facilities. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section3.5:
Orientation
1354 SEPARATION San Francisco Juvenile Probation
The facility administrator shall develop and implement Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
written policies and procedures that address: and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
Separation
Policy has been updated for clarity and
☒ ☐ ☐ consistency to ensure compliance with new
regulation. Youth who are separated in
any way, are documented via an incident
report or in the youths file depending on the
severity of the incident. We will continue to
monitor this area for compliance until we
can return to complete an onsite inspection.
(a) separation of youth for reasons that include, but are San Francisco Juvenile Probation
not be limited to, medical and mental health Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
conditions, assaultive behavior, disciplinary ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
consequences and protective custody. Separation
(b) consideration of positive youth development and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
trauma-informed care. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
Separation
(c) separated youth shall not be denied normal San Francisco Juvenile Probation
privileges available at the facility, except when Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
necessary to accomplish the objective of separation. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
Separation
(d) when the objective of the separation is discipline, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Title 15 Section 1390 shall apply. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
Separation
(e) when separation results in room confinement, the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
separation shall occur in accordance with Welfare Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Institutions Code Section 208.3 and and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
Section1354.5 of these regulations. Separation
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(f) policies and procedures shall ensure a daily review San Francisco Juvenile Probation
of separated youth to determine if separation Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
remains necessary. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354:
Separation
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1354.5 ROOM CONFINEMENT San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(a) The facility administrator shall develop and
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
implement written policies and procedures
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
addressing the confinement of youth in their room
Safety Plan
that are consistent with Welfare and Institutions
Code Section 208.3. The placement of a youth in
At inspection we found the facility had yet
room confinement shall be accomplished in
to fully update their policy and procedures
accordance with the following guidelines:
in this area. The process of documentation
of room confinement was contained in a
hard copy logbook which lacked areas
required by the new regulation.
We reviewed several incident reports
related to room confinement. We noted in
most cases, staff attempted to deescalate
incidents or attempted to use a least
restrictive, alternative method to room
confinement; however, in some cases we
found youth were placed in their rooms as a
sanction, likely as staff have not been
trained otherwise.
☒ ☐ ☐
Technical assistance was provided. The
policy and procedures were completely
rewritten, and new forms were developed
and implemented including a process for
youth who self-place in their rooms. A
train the trainer’s course was developed,
and the facility manager and his assistant
trained staff in new procedures. All staff
have been trained in all aspects of room
confinement. All updates were made in
conjunction with SPY. All areas of concern
previously were corrected.
A subsequent request for documentation
was made. We viewed incident reports and
room confinement logs. Documentation is
consistent with regulation requirements and
is compliant. We were not provided with
any documentation of confinement over 4
hours. We will continue to monitor this
area during monthly check ins for
compliance until we can return to complete
an onsite inspection.
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(1) Room confinement shall not be used before San Francisco Juvenile Probation
other, less restrictive, options have been Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
attempted and exhausted, unless attempting and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
those options poses a threat to the safety or Room Confinement, Reintegration and
security of any youth or staff. Safety Plan
(2) Room confinement shall not be used for the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
purposes of punishment, coercion, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
convenience, or retaliation by staff. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(3) Room confinement shall not be used to the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
extent that it compromises the mental and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
physical health of the youth. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(b) A youth may be held up to four hours in room San Francisco Juvenile Probation
confinement. After the youth has been held in room Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
confinement for a period of four hours, staff shall and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
do one or more of the following: Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(1) Return the youth to general population. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(2) Consult with mental health or medical staff. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(3) Develop an individualized plan that includes San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the goals and objectives to be met in order to Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
reintegrate the youth to general population. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(4) If room confinement must be extended beyond San Francisco Juvenile Probation
four hours, staff shall do each of the following: Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
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(A) Document the reasons for room San Francisco Juvenile Probation
confinement and the basis for the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
extension, the date and time the youth was and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
first placed in room confinement, and when Room Confinement, Reintegration and
he or she is eventually released from room Safety Plan
confinement.
(B) Develop an individualized plan that San Francisco Juvenile Probation
includes the goals and objectives to be met Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
in order to integrate the youth to general and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
population. Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(C) Obtain documented authorization by the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
facility superintendent or his or her Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
designee every four hours thereafter. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(5) This section is not intended to limit the use of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
single-person rooms or cells for the housing of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
youth in juvenile facilities and does not apply and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
to normal sleeping hours. Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(6) This section does not apply to youth or wards San Francisco Juvenile Probation
in court holding facilities or adult facilities. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(7) Nothing in this section shall be construed to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
conflict with any law providing greater or Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
additional protections to youth. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Room Confinement, Reintegration and
Safety Plan
(8) This section does not apply during an San Francisco Juvenile Probation
extraordinary emergency circumstance that Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
requires a significant departure from normal and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
institutional operations, including a natural Room Confinement, Reintegration and
disaster or facility-wide threat that poses an ☒ ☐ ☐ Safety Plan
imminent and substantial risk of harm to
multiple staff or youth. This exception shall
apply for the shortest amount of time needed to
address this imminent and substantial risk of
harm.
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(9) This section does not apply when a youth is San Francisco Juvenile Probation
placed in a locked cell or sleeping room to treat Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and protect against the spread of a and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1354.5:
communicable disease for the shortest amount Room Confinement, Reintegration and
of time required to reduce the risk of infection, Safety Plan
with the written approval of a licensed
physician or nurse practitioner, when the youth
☒ ☐ ☐
is not required to be in an infirmary for an
illness. Additionally, this section does not
apply when a youth is placed in a locked cell or
sleeping room for required extended care after
medical treatment with the written approval of
a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, when
the youth is not required to be in an infirmary
for illness.
1355 INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND San Francisco Juvenile Probation
PLAN Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
Intuitional Assessment and Plan
written policies and procedures for assessment and case
planning.
Policy and Procedure updated to new
regulations.
☒ ☐ ☐
All documentation was reviewed. We noted
some inconsistency between regulation
requirements and documentation of case
plan timelines, periodic review, and
transition planning. Technical assistance
was provided and discussed. Subsequent
documentation was provided and reviewed,
and the issues were addressed.
(a) Assessment: San Francisco Juvenile Probation
The assessment is based on information collected Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
during the admission process with periodic review, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
which includes the youth's risk factors, needs and Intuitional Assessment and Plan
strengths including, but not limited to,
identification of substance abuse history,
Initially we found that the assessments,
educational, vocational, counseling, behavioral
☒ ☐ ☐
while completed timely, were not based on
health, consideration of known history of trauma,
information collected at intake. Technical
and family strengths and needs.
assistance was provided, and this issue was
immediately addressed. A subsequent
review found that all youth are interviewed
at intake and this information is used to
build the assessment and case plan.
(b) Institutional Case Plan: San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(1) A case plan shall be developed for each youth Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
held for at least 30 days or more and created and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
within 40 days of admission. Intuitional Assessment and Plan
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(2) The institutional plan shall include, but not be San Francisco Juvenile Probation
limited to, written documentation that provides: Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
Intuitional Assessment and Plan
(A) objectives and time frame for the resolution San Francisco Juvenile Probation
of problems identified in the assessment; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
Intuitional Assessment and Plan
(B) a plan for meeting the objectives that San Francisco Juvenile Probation
includes a description of program resources ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
needed and individuals responsible for and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
assuring that the plan is implemented; Intuitional Assessment and Plan
(3) periodic evaluation of progress towards meeting San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the objectives, including periodic review and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
discussion of the plan with the youth; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
Intuitional Assessment and Plan
Initially we found staff were completing a
☒ ☐ ☐ new assessment and plan every 30 days as
opposed to completing a review of the
objectives of the current plan. After some
discussion and clarification with staff, this
was corrected immediately. Subsequent
documentation was reviewed, and all
reviews of objectives were completed
consistent with regulation requirements.
(4) a transition plan, the contents of which shall be San Francisco Juvenile Probation
subject to existing resources, shall be developed Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
for post dispositional youth in accordance with and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
Section 1351; and, Intuitional Assessment and Plan
☒ ☐ ☐ Transition plan criteria updated to comply
with Section 1351. The facility rarely has
post dispositional youth. We did not view
any transition plans during our review. We
did see that staff noted information that is
specific to release such as a youth’s IEP
meetings or other pertinent information.
(5) in as much as possible and if appropriate, the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
plan, including the transition plan, shall be Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
developed with input from the family, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.13:
supportive adults, youth, and Regional Center Intuitional Assessment and Plan
for the Developmentally Disabled.
☒ ☐ ☐
Per the facility administrator, the family is
involved with the Juvenile PO case plan
and when appropriate, the unit counselor
will call the parent to include them in any
transition planning.
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1356 COUNSELING AND CASEWORK San Francisco Juvenile Probation
SERVICES Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.05:
The facility administrator shall develop and implement ☒ ☐ ☐
Counseling and Supporting Youth
written policies and procedures ensuring the availability
of appropriate counseling and casework services for all
youth. Policies and procedures shall ensure:
(a) youth will receive assistance with needs or concerns San Francisco Juvenile Probation
that may arise; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.05:
Counseling and Supporting Youth
(b) youth will receive assistance in requesting contact San Francisco Juvenile Probation
with parents, other supportive adults, attorney, ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
clergy, probation officer, or other public official; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.05:
and, Counseling and Supporting Youth
(c) youth will be provided access to available resources San Francisco Juvenile Probation
to meet the youth’s needs. ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.05:
Counseling and Supporting Youth
1357 USE OF FORCE San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
responsible physician, shall develop and implement
of Force
written policies and procedures for the use of force,
which may include chemical agents. Force shall never
be applied as punishment, discipline, retaliation or ☒ ☐ ☐
Policy has been updated for clarity and
treatment.
consistency to ensure compliance with new
(a) At a minimum, each facility shall develop policies regulation expectations. Use of force
and procedures which: incidents were reviewed to ensure
consistency with updated policy and
procedures.
(1) restricts the use of force to that which is deemed San Francisco Juvenile Probation
reasonable and necessary, as defined in Section Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
1302 to ensure the safety and security of youth, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
staff, others and the facility. of Force
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(2) outline the force options available to staff San Francisco Juvenile Probation
including both physical and non-physical Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
options and define when those force options are and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
appropriate. of Force
Non-Physical
• Non-Verbal actions
☒ ☐ ☐ • Show of numbers
• Supervisor or Mental Health
assistance
• Verbal De-escalation
Physical
• Physical Control
• Compliance Techniques
• Defensive Tactics
(3) describe force options or techniques that are San Francisco Juvenile Probation
expressly prohibited by the facility. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☒ ☐ ☐ of Force
Policy is specific to several actions that are
prohibited and may be subject to discipline.
(4) describe the requirements of staff to report any San Francisco Juvenile Probation
inappropriate use of force, and to take Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
affirmative action to immediately stop it. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
of Force
(5) define a standardized reporting format that San Francisco Juvenile Probation
includes time period and procedure for Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
documenting and reporting the use of force, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
including reporting requirements of of Force
management and line staff and procedures for
Incident reports are required for all
reviewing and tracking use of force incidents by ☒ ☐ ☐
incidents that involve force and are to be
supervisory and or management staff, which
submitted and reviewed before staff go off
include procedures for debriefing a particular
duty. New forms for use of force review
incident with staff and/or youth for the purposes
and debrief were implemented.
of training as well as mitigating the effects of
trauma that may have been experienced by staff
and /or the youth involved.
(6) Include an administrative review and a system San Francisco Juvenile Probation
for investigating unreasonable use of force. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☒ ☐ ☐ of Force
Each use of force is evaluated by both a
supervisor and an administrator.
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(7) define the role, notification, and follow-up San Francisco Juvenile Probation
procedures required after use of force incidents Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
for medical, mental health staff and parents or and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
legal guardians. of Force
(8) describe the limitations of use of force on San Francisco Juvenile Probation
pregnant youth in accordance with Penal Code Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
Section 6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
Code Section 222. of Force
(b) Facilities that authorize chemical agents as a force San Francisco Juvenile Probation
option shall include policies and procedures that: Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☐ ☐ ☒
of Force
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
(1) identify who is approved to carry and/or utilize San Francisco Juvenile Probation
chemical agents in the facility and the type, size Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and the approved method of deployment for ☐ ☐ ☒ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
those chemical agents. of Force
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
(2) mandate that chemical agents only be used when San Francisco Juvenile Probation
there is an imminent threat to the youth’s safety Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
or the safety of others and only when de- ☐ ☐ ☒ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
escalation efforts have been unsuccessful or are of Force
not reasonably possible.
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
(3) outline the facility’s approved methods and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
timelines for decontamination from chemical Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
agents. This shall include that youth who have and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
been exposed to chemical agents shall not be left ☐ ☐ ☒ of Force
unattended until that youth is fully
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
decontaminated or is no longer suffering the
effects of the chemical agent.
(4) define the role, notification, and follow-up San Francisco Juvenile Probation
procedures required after use of force incidents Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
involving chemical agents for medical, mental and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☐ ☐ ☒
health staff and parents or legal guardians. of Force
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
(5) provide for the documentation of each incident San Francisco Juvenile Probation
of use of chemical agents, including the reasons Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
for which it was used, efforts to de-escalate and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☐ ☐ ☒
prior to use, youth and staff involved, the date, of Force
time and location of use, decontamination
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
procedures applied and identification of any
injuries sustained as a result of such use.
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(c) Facilities shall develop policies and procedure San Francisco Juvenile Probation
which require that agencies provide initial and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
regular training in use of force and chemical agents and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
when appropriate that address: of Force
☒ ☐ ☐
All JJC staff are trained in Use of Force as
part of new staff orientation and through
annual training thereafter.
(1) known medical and behavioral health San Francisco Juvenile Probation
conditions that would contraindicate certain Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
types of force; ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
of Force
(2) acceptable chemical agents and the methods of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
application. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☐ ☐ ☒
of Force
Facility Does not use Chemical Agents
(3) signs or symptoms that should result in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
immediate referral to medical or behavioral Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
health. ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
of Force
(4) instruction on the Constitutional Limitations of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Use of Force. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Force
(5) physical training force options that may require San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the use of perishable skills. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Force
(6) timelines the facility uses to define regular San Francisco Juvenile Probation
training. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1357: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Force
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1358 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINTS San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator, in cooperation with the
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
responsible physician and mental health director, shall
of Restraints
develop and implement written policies and procedures
Policy has been updated for clarity and
for the use of restraint devices. Restraint devices
include any devices which immobilize a youth's ☒ ☐ ☐ consistency with revised regulation and
includes a Use of Restraint log. Per facility
extremities and/or prevent the youth from being
administration, there were no Use of
ambulatory.
Restraints this cycle for the purpose of this
section. Compliance is based on policy and
facility administration declarations at this
time.
Physical restraints may be used only for those youth San Francisco Juvenile Probation
who present an immediate danger to themselves or Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
others, who exhibit behavior which results in the
of Restraints
destruction of property or reveals the intent to cause ☒ ☐ ☐
self-inflicted physical harm. Physical restraints should
be utilized only when it appears less restrictive
alternatives would be ineffective in controlling the
youth’s behavior.
In no case shall restraints be used as punishment or San Francisco Juvenile Probation
discipline, or as a substitute for treatment. The use of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
restraint devices that attach a youth to a wall, floor or and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
other fixture, including a restraint chair, or through of Restraints
☒ ☐ ☐
affixing of hands and feet together behind the back
(hogtying) is prohibited. The use of restraints on
pregnant youth is limited in accordance with Penal Code
Section 6030(f) and Welfare and Institutions Code
Section 222.
The provisions of this section do not apply to the use of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
handcuffs, shackles or other restraint devices when used Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
to restrain youth for movement or transportation within and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
the facility. Movement within the facility shall be of Restraints
governed by Section 1358.5, Use of Restraint Devices
for Movement Within the Facility.
Youth shall be placed in restraints only with the approval San Francisco Juvenile Probation
of the facility manager or designee. The facility manager Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
may delegate authority to place a youth in restraints to a and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
physician. Reasons for continued retention in restraints of Restraints
shall be reviewed and documented at a minimum of
every hour.
A medical opinion on the safety of placement and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
retention shall be secured as soon as possible, but no later Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
than two hours from the time of placement. The youth and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
shall be medically cleared for continued retention at least of Restraints
every three hours thereafter.
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A mental health consultation shall be secured as soon as San Francisco Juvenile Probation
possible, but in no case longer than four hours from the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
time of placement, to assess the need for mental health and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
treatment. of Restraints
Continuous direct visual supervision shall be conducted San Francisco Juvenile Probation
to ensure that the restraints are properly employed, and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
to ensure the safety and well-being of the youth. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
Observations of the youth's behavior and any staff of Restraints
interventions shall be documented at least every 15
minutes, with actual time of the documentation recorded.
In addition to the requirements above, policies and
procedures shall address:
(a) documentation of the circumstances leading to an San Francisco Juvenile Probation
application of restraints. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Restraints
(b) known medical conditions that would San Francisco Juvenile Probation
contraindicate certain restraint devices and/or Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
techniques. ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
of Restraints
(c) acceptable restraint devices. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐ of Restraints
Only handcuffs, ankle cuffs and riot zip ties
may be used if necessary.
(d) signs or symptoms which should result in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
immediate medical/mental health referral. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Restraints
(e) availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation San Francisco Juvenile Probation
equipment. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Restraints
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(f) protective housing of restrained youth. While in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
restraint devices, all youth shall be housed alone or Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
in a specified housing area for restrained youth ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
which makes provision to protect the youth from of Restraints
abuse.
(g) provision for hydration and sanitation needs. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Restraints
(h) exercising of extremities. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358: Use
☒ ☐ ☐
of Restraints
1358.5 USE OF RESTRAINT DEVICES FOR San Francisco Juvenile Probation
MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION WITHIN Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
THE FACILITY. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358.5:
Transporting Youth- Use of Restraints
The Facility Administrator, In cooperation with the
Devices for Movement and Transportation
responsible physician and behavioral/mental health ☒ ☐ ☐
Within the Facility
director, shall develop and implement written policies
and procedures for the use of restraint devices when the
purpose is for movement or transportation within the
Policy has been updated for clarity and
facility that shall include the following:
consistency with new regulation.
(a) identification of acceptable restraint devices, staff San Francisco Juvenile Probation
approved to utilize restraint devices and the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
required training. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Transporting Youth- Use of Restraints
Devices for Movement and Transportation
Within the Facility
(b) the circumstances leading to the application of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
restraints must be documented. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358.5:
Transporting Youth- Use of Restraints
Devices for Movement and Transportation
Within the Facility
☒ ☐ ☐
All incidents require documentation.
Incident reports were provided for our
review; however, only a few documented
the use of actual restraint devices for
movement. Most youth are escorted by
staff to their room with either no restraints
or only with a firm grip.
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(c) an individual assessment of the need to apply San Francisco Juvenile Probation
restraints for movement or transportation that Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
includes consideration of less restrictive and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358.5:
Transporting Youth- Use of Restraints
alternatives, consideration of a youth’s known
Devices for Movement and Transportation
medical or mental health conditions, trauma
Within the Facility
informed approaches, and a process for
documentation and supervisor review and approval.
At inspection, we found the overall
documentation of the incident reports to be
lacking basic information in this area. We
discussed this with the facility administrator
who noted, operationally, staff are trained
to use the least restrictive means to move a
youth. This would be either with no
restraint, or with a firm grip unless
otherwise necessary to use restraints for the
safety or security of youth. As policy had
☒ ☐ ☐ not been updated to new regulations, staff
were not trained operationally to this piece
of the regulation.
Technical assistance provided and
discussed. Policy was updated, staff were
trained, and corrective action was initiated.
Facility implemented a Use of Mechanical
Restraints Form that is used every time
restraints are used including when moving a
youth.
Subsequent documentation was requested
and provided for our review. The issue has
been corrected. We will continue to
monitor this area for compliance and
provide technical assistance to fine tune the
area until we can return and complete an
onsite review.
(d) consideration of safety and security of the facility, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
with a clearly defined expectation that restraint Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
devices shall not be used for the purposes of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
discipline or retaliation. Transporting Youth- Use of Restraints
Devices for Movement and Transportation
Within the Facility
(e) the use of restraints on pregnant youth is limited in San Francisco Juvenile Probation
accordance with Penal Code Section6030(f) and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1358.5:
☒ ☐ ☐
Transporting Youth- Use of Restraints
Devices for Movement and Transportation
Within the Facility
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1359 SAFETY ROOM PROCEDURES San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(a) The facility administrator, and where applicable, In
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1359:
cooperation with the responsible physician, shall Safety Room Procedures
develop and implement written policies and
procedures governing the use of safety rooms, as The Juvenile Justice Center has two safety
described in Title 24, Part 2, Section 1230.1.13. The rooms in the facility. One in the intake area
room shall be used to hold only those youth who and the other in a living unit. The agency
present an immediate danger to themselves or uses the safety rooms for storage and
☒ ☐ ☐
operationally will never use them to hold a
others, who exhibit behavior which results in the
youth for any reason.
destruction of property or reveals the intent to cause
self-inflicted physical harm. A safety room shall not
Technical assistance provided. If the safety
be used for punishment or discipline, or as a
rooms are technically closed and will never
substitute for treatment. Policies and procedures
be used, they should be closed physically
shall:
and by policy. Current policy notes the use
of the safety rooms is prohibited. The
Living Area Space Evaluation has been
updated to reflect this change.
(1) include provisions for administration of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
necessary nutrition and fluids, access to a toilet, ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and suitable clothing to provide for privacy; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(2) provide for approval of the facility manager, or San Francisco Juvenile Probation
designee, before a youth is placed into a safety ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
room; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(3) provide for continuous direct visual supervision San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and documentation of the youth's behavior and ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
any staff interventions every 15 minutes, with and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
actual time recorded;
(4) provide that the youth shall be evaluated by the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
facility manager, or designee, every four hours; ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(5) provide for immediate medical assessment, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
where appropriate, or an assessment at the next ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
daily sick call; and, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(6) provide a process for documenting the reason for San Francisco Juvenile Probation
placement, including attempts to use less ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
restrictive means of control, and decisions to and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
continue and end placement.
(b) The placement of a youth in the safety room shall be San Francisco Juvenile Probation
accomplished in accordance with the following: ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(1) safety room shall not be used before other less San Francisco Juvenile Probation
restrictive options have been attempted and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
exhausted, unless attempting those options poses ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
a threat to the safety or security of any youth or
staff.
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(2) safety room shall not be used for the purposes of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
punishment, coercion, convenience, or ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
retaliation by staff. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(3) safety room shall not be used to the extent that it San Francisco Juvenile Probation
compromises the mental and physical health of ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
the youth. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(c) A youth may be held up to four hours in the safety San Francisco Juvenile Probation
room. After the youth has been held in the safety ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
room for a period of four hours, staff shall do one and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
or more of the following:
(1) return the youth to general population. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(2) consult with mental health or medical staff, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(3) develop an individualized plan that includes the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
goals and objectives to be met in order to ☒ ☐ ☐ Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
reintegrate the youth to general population. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
(d) If confinement in the safety room must be extended San Francisco Juvenile Probation
beyond four hours, staff shall develop an Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
individualized plan that includes the requirements ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 9.04: Safety
Room
of Section 1354.5 and the goals and objectives to be
met in order to integrate the youth to general
population.
1360 SEARCHES San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
written policies and procedures governing the search of
Searches
youth, the facility, and visitors. Policies and procedures
shall provide that:
(a) Searches shall be conducted to ensure the safety and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
security of the facility, public, visitors, youth, and Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
staff. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
Searches
☒ ☐ ☐
Facility uses scans, pat and strip searches.
Youth, the units, the facility spaces, and
visitors may all be searched to ensure a safe
and secure facility.
(b) Searches shall be conducted in a manner that San Francisco Juvenile Probation
preserves the privacy and dignity of the person Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
being searched and shall not be conducted for and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
harassment or as a form of discipline or Searches
punishment.
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(c) Strip searches and visual or physical body cavity San Francisco Juvenile Probation
searches shall comply with Penal Code Section Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
4030. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
Searches
☒ ☐ ☐
Strip search documentation was provided
for youth who were searched at booking.
All were approved in advance by a
supervisor.
(d) Physical body cavity searches shall only be San Francisco Juvenile Probation
conducted by a medical professional. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
Searches
(e) Any youth held after a detention hearing shall only San Francisco Juvenile Probation
be strip searched with prior approval of a supervisor Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
when there is reasonable suspicion based on ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
specific and articulable facts to believe that youth is Searches
concealing contraband. The reasonable suspicion
shall be documented.
(f) Searches of transgender and intersex youth shall San Francisco Juvenile Probation
comply with Section 1352.5. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
Searches
(g) Cross-gender pat-down searches and strip searches San Francisco Juvenile Probation
are prohibited except in exigent circumstances or Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
when conducted by a medical professional. Such and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 10.10:
searches must be justified and documented in Searches
writing.
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1361 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
written policies and procedures whereby any youth may
Grievances
appeal and have resolved grievances relating to any
condition of confinement, including but not limited to The facility grievance log and grievances
health care services, classification decisions, program were provided for our review. We noted
participation, telephone, mail or visiting procedures, that in all cases the ombudsman resolved all
food, clothing, bedding, mistreatment, harassment or issues with the youth. We also noted that in
violations of the nondiscrimination policy. There shall some instances, the resolution was the
be no time limit on filing grievances. Policies and ombudsman referring the issue to the
procedures shall include provisions whereby the facility supervisor or to the director for follow up.
manager ensures:
☒ ☐ ☐
There was no additional information on the
outcomes of these referrals. Due to COVID
19, we were unable to confirm this process
as we generally would do through
interviews with youth and staff, due to no
onsite visit.
Compliance is based on policy and facility
administration declarations at this time.
Technical assistance was discussed and
provided regarding the follow up necessary
for these referrals. We will review further
when we return onsite.
(a) a grievance form and instructions for registering a San Francisco Juvenile Probation
grievance, which includes provisions for the youth Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
to have free access to the form; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐
Grievances
Grievance forms are available in the units.
(b) the youth shall have the option to confidentially file San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the grievance or to deliver the form to any youth Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
supervision staff working in the facility; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
Grievances
☒ ☐ ☐
Youth may provide their grievance to any
staff member or place their grievance in the
confidential box.
(c) resolution of the grievance at the lowest appropriate San Francisco Juvenile Probation
staff level; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
Grievances
☒ ☐ ☐
Youth are encouraged to always resolve
their issues with the staff involved first but
if the issue cannot be resolved, the
grievance is reviewed and addressed by the
Ombudsman and through that process.
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(d) provision for a prompt review and initial response San Francisco Juvenile Probation
to grievances within three (3) business days, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
grievances that relate to health and safety issues and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
must be addressed immediately; ☒ ☐ ☐ Grievances
All grievances reviewed met the regulatory
timelines.
(1) The youth may elect to be present to explain San Francisco Juvenile Probation
his/her version of the grievance to a person not Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
directly involved in the circumstances which and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
led to the grievance. ☒ ☐ ☐ Grievances
All grievances reviewed appeared to have
been discussed directly with the youth.
(2) Provision for a staff representative approved by San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the facility administrator to assist the youth. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐ Grievances
All staff are responsible to assist youth in
all stages of the grievance process.
(e) provision for a written response to the grievance San Francisco Juvenile Probation
which includes the reasons for the decisions; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
Grievances
(f) a system which provides that any appeal of a San Francisco Juvenile Probation
grievance shall be heard by a person not directly Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
involved in the circumstances which led to the and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
grievance; Grievances
☒ ☐ ☐
The ombudsman is a neutral, 3rd party, non-
probation entity who meets with each youth
who files a grievance in effort to resolve the
issue.
(g) resolution of the grievance must occur within ten San Francisco Juvenile Probation
(10) business days unless circumstances dictate a Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
longer time frame. The youth shall be notified of and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
any delay; and, ☒ ☐ ☐ Grievances
All grievances were resolved within 10
days.
(h) the policy shall provide multiple internal and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
external methods to report sexual abuse and sexual Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
harassment. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐ Grievances and Section 5.07: Prison Rape
Elimination Act
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Whether or not associated with a grievance, concerns of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
parents, guardians, staff or other parties shall be Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
addressed and documented in accordance with written and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.05: Youth
policies and procedures within a specified timeframe. Grievances
1362 REPORTING OF INCIDENTS San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
A written report of all incidents which result in physical
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 2.17:
harm, use of force, serious threat of physical harm, or Incident Records and Reports
death of an employee, youth or other person(s) shall be ☒ ☐ ☐
maintained. Such written record shall be prepared by the
staff and submitted to the facility manager by the end of
the shift, unless additional time is necessary and
authorized by the facility manager or designee.
1363 USE OF REASONABLE FORCE TO DNA as ordered is collected by the
COLLECT DNA SPECIMENS, SAMPLES, Casework Probation Officer. Use of force
IMPRESSIONS to
collect DNA is not authorized at SFJJC.
(a) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1 authorized
law enforcement, custodial, or corrections Section 10.16: Use of Force prohibits the
personnel including peace officers, may employ ☒ ☐ ☐ utilization of force to collect DNA samples.
reasonable force to collect blood specimens, saliva
samples, and thumb or palm print impressions from
individuals who are required to provide such
samples, specimens or impressions pursuant to
Penal Code Section 296 and who refuse following
written or oral request.
(1) For the purpose of this section, the “use of
reasonable force” shall be defined as the force that
an objective, trained and competent correctional ☒ ☐ ☐
employee, faced with similar facts and
circumstances, would consider necessary and
reasonable to gain compliance with this section.
(2) The use of reasonable force shall be preceded by
efforts to secure voluntary compliance. Efforts to
secure voluntary compliance shall be documented ☒ ☐ ☐
and include an advisement of the legal obligation to
provide the requisite specimen, sample or impression
and the consequences of refusal.
(b) The force shall not be used without the prior written
authorization of the supervising officer on duty.
The authorization shall include information that ☒ ☐ ☐
reflects the fact that the offender was asked to
provide the requisite specimen, sample, or
impression and refused.
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(1) If the use of reasonable force includes a cell
extraction, the extraction shall be videotaped.
Video shall be directed at the cell extraction
event. The videotape shall be retained by the ☒ ☐ ☐
agency for the length of time required by
statute. Notwithstanding the use of the video as
evidence in a court proceeding, the tape shall be
retained administratively.
1370 EDUCATION PROGRAM San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(a) School Programs
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
The County Board of Education shall provide for the
administration and operation of juvenile court
BSCC Field Representatives do not
schools in conjunction with the Chief Probation
inspect the education program for
Officer, or designee pursuant to applicable State
compliance with Title 15. Title 15 requires
laws. The school and facility administrators shall
the Superintendent of Schools to conduct
develop and implement written policy and this review in conjunction with a qualified
procedures to ensure communication and outside agency or individual.
coordination between educators and probation staff.
Culturally responsive and trauma-informed Evaluator Jill Hoogendyk found the school
approaches should be applied when providing to meet all T15 requirements and stated
instruction. Education staff should collaborate with “Woodside Learning Center provides a
well-rounded Western Association of
the facility administrator to use technology to
Schools and colleges (WASC) accredited
facilitate learning and ensure safe technology
☒ ☐ ☐ education program to youth in San
practices. The facility administrator shall request an
Francisco County's Youth guidance Center.
annual review of each required element of the
A full course of study includes all high
program by the Superintendent of Schools, and a
school subjects, special education and
report or review checklist on compliance,
English Learner supports. Teachers are
deficiencies, and corrective action needed to achieve voluntarily assigned and effectively target
compliance with this section. Such a review, when curricular and instructional service es to the
conducted, cannot be delegated to the principal or needs of detained youth.
any other staff of any juvenile court school site. The
Superintendent of Schools shall conduct this review Through a strong relationship with and
in conjunction with a qualified outside agency or support from Probation Leadership and
staff, students in crisis are able to access
individual. Upon receipt of the review, the facility
regular educational services, and students
administrator or designee shall review each item
are supported to do homework in the
with the Superintendent of Schools and shall take
evenings. Physical, educational, health,
whatever corrective action is necessary to address
gardening, food justice, yoga and other
each deficiency and to fully protect the educational
health and wellness programming is well
interests of all youth in the facility.
coordinated in and beyond the school day.
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(b) Required Elements San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility school program shall comply with the
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
State Education Code and County Board of
Education Programs
Education policies, all applicable federal education
statutes and regulations and provide for an annual
evaluation of the educational program offerings. As
stated in the 2009 California Standards for the
☒ ☐ ☐
Teaching Profession, teachers shall establish and
maintain learning environments that are physically,
emotionally, and intellectually safe. Youth shall be
provided a rigorous, quality educational program
that responds to the different learning styles and
abilities of students and prepares them for high
school graduation, career entry, and post-secondary
education.
All youth shall be treated equally, and the education San Francisco Juvenile Probation
program shall be free from discriminatory action. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
Staff shall refer to transgender, intersex and gender- and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
nonconforming youth by their preferred name and Education Programs
gender.
(1) The course of study shall comply with the State San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Education Code and include, but not be limited to, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
courses required for high school graduation. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(2) Information and preparation for the High School San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Equivalency Test as approved by the California Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
Department of Education shall be made available to and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
eligible youth. Education Programs
(3) Youth shall be informed of post-secondary education San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and vocational opportunities. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(4) Administration of the High School Equivalency Tests San Francisco Juvenile Probation
as approved by the California Department of Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
Education, shall be made available when possible. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(5) Supplemental instruction shall be afforded to youth San Francisco Juvenile Probation
who do not demonstrate sufficient progress towards Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
grade level standards. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
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(6) The minimum school day shall be consistent with San Francisco Juvenile Probation
State Education Code Requirements for juvenile Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
court schools. The facility administrator, in and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
conjunction with education staff, must ensure that Education Programs
☒ ☐ ☐
operational procedures do not interfere with the time
afforded for the minimum instructional day.
Absences, time out of class or educational
instruction, both excused and unexcused, shall be
documented.
(7) Education shall be provided to all youth regardless of San Francisco Juvenile Probation
classification, housing, security status, disciplinary Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
or separation status, including room confinement, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
except when providing education poses an ☒ ☐ ☐ Education Programs
immediate threat to the safety of self or others.
Education includes, but is not limited to, related
services as provided in a youth’s Section 504 Plan or
Individualized Education Program (IEP).
(c) School Discipline San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(1) Positive behavior management will be implemented
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
to reduce the need for disciplinary action in the ☒ ☐ ☐
Education Programs
school setting and be integrated into the facility's
overall behavioral management plan and security
system.
(2) School staff shall be advised of administrative San Francisco Juvenile Probation
decisions made by probation staff that may affect the Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
educational programming of students. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(3) Except as otherwise provided by the State Education San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Code, expulsion/suspension from school shall be Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
imposed only when other means of correction fails and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
to bring about proper conduct. School staff shall Education Programs
follow the appropriate due process safeguards as set ☒ ☐ ☐
forth in the State Education Code including the rights
of students with special needs. School staff shall
document the other means of correction used prior to
imposing expulsion/ suspension if an
expulsion/suspension is ultimately imposed.
(4) The facility administrator, in conjunction with San Francisco Juvenile Probation
education staff will develop policies and procedures Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
that address the rights of any student who has and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
continuing difficulty completing a school day. Education Programs
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(d) Provisions for Special Populations San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(1) State and federal laws and regulations shall be and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
observed for all individuals with disabilities or
Education Programs
☒ ☐ ☐
suspected disabilities. This includes but is not
limited to child find, assessment, continuum of
alternative placements, manifestation determination
reviews, and implementation of Section 504 Plans
and Individualized Education Programs.
(2) Youth identified as English Learners (EL) shall be San Francisco Juvenile Probation
afforded an educational program that addresses their Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
language needs pursuant to all applicable state and and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
federal laws and regulations governing programs for
Education Programs
EL students.
(e) Educational Screening and Admission San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) Youth shall be interviewed after admittance and a and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
record maintained that documents a youth's
Education Programs
educational history, including but not limited to:
(A) School progress/school history; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(B) Home Language Survey and the results of the State San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Test used for English language proficiency; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(C) Needs and services of special populations as defined San Francisco Juvenile Probation
by the State Education Code, including but not Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
limited to, students with special needs. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(D) Discipline problems. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
(2) Youth will be immediately enrolled in school. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Educational staff shall conduct an assessment to Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
determine the youth's general academic functioning and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
levels to enable placement in core curriculum
Education Programs
courses.
(3) After admission to the facility, a preliminary San Francisco Juvenile Probation
education plan shall be developed for each youth Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
within five school days. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Education Programs
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(4) Upon enrollment, education staff shall comply with San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the State Education Code and request the youth's Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
records from his/her prior school(s), including, but and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
not limited to, transcripts, Individual Education
Education Programs
Program (IEP), 504 Plan, state language assessment ☒ ☐ ☐
scores, immunization records, exit grades, and
partial credits. Upon receipt of the transcripts, the
youth's educational plan shall be reviewed with the
youth and modified as needed. Youth should be
informed of the credits they need to graduate.
(f) Educational Reporting San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
(1) The complete facility educational record of the youth and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
shall be forwarded to the next educational placement
Education Programs
in accordance with the State Education Code.
(2) The County Superintendent of Schools shall provide San Francisco Juvenile Probation
appropriate credit (full or partial) for course work Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
completed while in juvenile court school in and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
accordance with the State Education Code.
Education Programs
(g) Transition and Re-Entry Planning San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(1) The Superintendent of Schools and the Chief and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
Probation Officer or designee, shall develop policies
Education Programs
☒ ☐ ☐
and procedures to meet the transition needs of youth,
including the development of an education transition
plan, in accordance with the State Education Code
and in alignment with Title 15, Minimum Standards
for Juvenile Facilities, Section 1355.
(h) Post-Secondary Education Opportunities San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
(1) The school and facility administrator should, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.07: Youth
whenever possible, collaborate with local post- ☒ ☐ ☐ Education Programs
secondary education providers to facilitate access to
educational and vocational opportunities for youth
that considers the use of technology to implement
these programs.
1371 PROGRAMS, RECREATION, AND San Francisco Juvenile Probation
EXERCISE. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
Programs, Recreation and Exercise
written policies and procedures for programs,
recreation, and exercise for all youth. The intent is to
Policy is consistent with regulation. No
minimize the amount of time youth are in their rooms
☐ ☐ ☒ documentation was provided for our review
or their bed area.
as facility documentation for this section is
handwritten in hard bound, logbooks. Due
to offsite, virtual inspection, we were
unable to confirm documentation at this
time. We will follow up with this section
upon our return to the facility.
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Juvenile facilities shall provide the opportunity for San Francisco Juvenile Probation
programs, recreation, and exercise a minimum of three Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
hours a day during the week and five hours a day each ☐ ☐ ☒ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
Saturday, Sunday or other non-school days, of which Programs, Recreation and Exercise
one hour shall be an outdoor activity, weather
permitting.
A youth’s participation in programs, recreation, and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
exercise may be suspended only upon a written finding Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☒
by the administrator/manager or designee that a youth and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
represents a threat to the safety and security of the Programs, Recreation and Exercise
facility.
Such program, recreation, and exercise schedule shall San Francisco Juvenile Probation
be posted in the living units. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
Programs, Recreation and Exercise
There will be a written annual review of the programs, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
recreation, and exercise by the responsible agency to Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
ensure content offered is current, consistent, and and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
relevant to the population. Programs, Recreation and Exercise
Annual review completed by Director
Recinos on June 11,2019.
☒ ☐ ☐ Letters were provided for our review from
Community Based Providers. San
Francisco Juvenile Hall always ensure a
wide variety of outside program providers
for the youth. 2020 Programming has been
significantly impacted due to COVID 19;
however, facility staff are facilitating
programs in the units for youth.
(a) Programs. All youth shall be provided with the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
opportunity for at least one hour of daily Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
programming to include, but not be limited to, and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
trauma focused, cognitive, evidence-based, best Programs, Recreation and Exercise
practice interventions that are culturally relevant and
linguistically appropriate, or pro-social interventions
and activities designed to reduce recidivism. These
programs should be based on the youth’s individual ☐ ☐ ☒
needs as required by Sections 1355 and 1356. Such
programs may be provided under the direction of the
Chief Probation Officer or the County Office of
Education and can be administered by county
partners such as mental health agencies, community
based organizations, faith-based organizations or
Probation staff.
Programs may include but are not limited to:
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(1) Cognitive Behavior Interventions
(2) Management of Stress and Trauma
(3) Anger Management
(4) Conflict Resolution
(5) Juvenile Justice System
(6) Trauma-related interventions
(7) Victim Awareness
(8) Self-Improvement
(9) Parenting Skills and support
(10) Tolerance and Diversity
(11) Healing Informed Approaches
(12) Interventions by Credible Messengers
(13) Gender Specific Programming
(14) Art, creative writing, or self-expression
(15) CPR and First Aid training
(16) Restorative Justice or Civic Engagement
(17) Career and leadership opportunities; and,
(18) Other topics suitable to the youth population.
(b) Recreation. All youth shall be provided the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
opportunity for at least one hour of daily access to Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
unscheduled activities such as leisure reading, letter and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
writing, and entertainment. Activities shall be Programs, Recreation and Exercise
supervised and include orientation and may include
coaching of youth.
(c) Exercise. All youth shall be provided with the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☐ ☐ ☒
opportunity for at least one hour of large muscle Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
activity each day. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
Programs, Recreation and Exercise
The administrator/manager may suspend, for a period not San Francisco Juvenile Probation
☒ ☐ ☐
to exceed 24 hours, access to recreation and programs. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The administrator/manager shall document the reasons and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.09:
why suspension of recreation and programs occurs. Programs, Recreation and Exercise
1372 RELIGIOUS PROGRAM San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall provide access to
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.10:
religious services and/or religious counseling at least
Religious Programming
once each week. Attendance shall be voluntary. A youth ☒ ☐ ☐
shall be allowed to participate in an activity outside of
their room if he/she elects not to participate in religious
programs.
Religious programs shall provide for:
(a) opportunity for religious services and practices; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.10:
Religious Programming
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(b) availability of clergy; and, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.10:
Religious Programming
(c) availability of religious diets. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.10:
Religious Programming
1373 WORK PROGRAM San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop policies and
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 8.11: Work
procedures regarding the fair and consistent assignment
Program
of youth to work programs. Work assigned to a youth ☒ ☐ ☐
shall be meaningful, constructive and related to
vocational training or increasing a youth's sense of
responsibility. Work programs shall not be imposed as a
disciplinary measure.
1374 VISITING San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
written policies and procedures for visiting, that include
Visiting
provisions for special visits. Youth shall be allowed to
receive visits by parents, guardians or persons standing
☒ ☐ ☐
in loco parentis, and children of youth. Other family
members, such as grandparents and siblings, and
supportive adults, may be allowed to visit with the
approval of the facility administrator or designee, and in
conjunction with the youth’s case plan or in the best
interest of the youth.
All visits shall occur at reasonable times, subject only to San Francisco Juvenile Probation
the limitations necessary to maintain order and security. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
Visitation shall not be denied solely based on the visitor’s and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
criminal history. The staff shall determine in each case, Visiting
☒ ☐ ☐
whether the visitor’s criminal history represents a risk to
the safety of youth or staff in the facility. Any denial of
visitation or limitation on visitations shall be
communicated to the youth, person denied and facility
administrator.
Opportunity for visitation shall be a minimum of two San Francisco Juvenile Probation
hours per week. Visits may be supervised, but Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
conversations shall not be monitored unless there is a and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
security or safety need. Visiting
☒ ☐ ☐ Prior to COVID, visiting opportunities were
offered multiple times per week and there
were daytime, weekend and evening
visiting opportunities. Currently, visiting is
available daily between 3:30 and 8PM
daily.
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Provisions for special visits, in addition to the two-hour San Francisco Juvenile Probation
minimum and/or outside of the regular visiting hours, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
shall be accommodated as necessary and within the and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
discretion of the facility administrator or designee. ☒ ☐ ☐ Visiting
Family therapy and professional visits shall be
accommodated outside the provisions of this regulation.
Facilities may provide visitation opportunities outside of
normal visiting hours to accommodate special visits.
The facility may provide access to technology as an San Francisco Juvenile Probation
alternative, but not as a replacement, to in-person Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
visiting. and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
Visiting
1375 CORRESPONDENCE San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement ☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.08: Mail
written policies and procedures for correspondence
which provide that:
(a) there is no limitation on the volume of mail that youth San Francisco Juvenile Probation
may send or receive; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐ Visiting
Youth may send and receive unlimited
mail.
(b) youth may send two letters per week postage free; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.08: Mail
All postage is paid.
(c) youth may correspond confidentially with state and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
federal courts, any member of the State Bar or holder Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
of public office, and the Board; however, authorized and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.10: Youth
☒ ☐ ☐
facility staff may open and inspect such mail only to Visiting
search for contraband and in the presence of the
youth; and,
(d) incoming and outgoing mail, other than that described San Francisco Juvenile Probation
in (c), may be read by staff only when there is Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
reasonable cause to believe facility safety and and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.08: Mail
security, public safety, or youth safety is jeopardized.
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1376 TELEPHONE ACCESS San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The administrator of each juvenile facility shall develop and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.09:
and implement written policies and procedures to Telephone Access
provide youth with access to telephone communications.
The youth’s Probation Officer provides a
list of authorized numbers that youth may
☒ ☐ ☐ call. Youth may make calls from the list as
well as daily calls to their attorney if
requested. All calls are free. If the youth
requests additional persons be added to the
list, facility counselors will provide the
information to the Probation Officer to add
to the list as appropriate. All calls are
logged.
1377 ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop written ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.01: Youth
procedures to ensure the right of youth to have access to Access to Legal Services
the courts and legal services. Such access shall include:
(a) access, upon request by the youth, to licensed San Francisco Juvenile Probation
attorneys and their authorized representatives; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.01: Youth
Access to Legal Services
(b) provision for confidential consultation with San Francisco Juvenile Probation
attorneys; and, Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.01: Youth
Access to Legal Services
(c) unlimited postage free, legal correspondence and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
cost-free telephone access as appropriate. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 5.01: Youth
Access to Legal Services
1390 DISCIPLINE San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
written policies and procedures for the discipline of
1391: Discipline and Due Process
youth that shall promote acceptable behavior; including
the use of positive behavior interventions and supports. ☒ ☐ ☒
Discipline shall be imposed at the least restrictive level
which promotes the desired behavior and shall not
include corporal punishment, group punishment,
physical or psychological degradation. Deprivation of
the following is not permitted:
(a) bed and bedding; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
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(b) daily shower, access to drinking fountain, toilet and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
personal hygiene items, and clean clothing; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(c) full nutrition; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(d) contact with parent or attorney; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(e) exercise; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(f) medical services and counseling; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(g) religious services; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(h) clean and sanitary living conditions; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(i) the right to send and receive mail; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(j) education; and, San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(k) rehabilitative programming. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
The facility administrator shall establish rules of conduct San Francisco Juvenile Probation
and disciplinary penalties to guide the conduct of youth. Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
Such rules and penalties shall include both major and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
violations and minor violations, be stated simply and ☒ ☐ ☐ 1391: Discipline and Due Process
affirmatively, and be made available to all youth.
Provision shall be made to provide accessible
information to youth with disabilities, limited English
proficiency, or limited literacy.
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1391 DISCIPLINE PROCESS San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
The facility administrator shall develop and implement
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
written policies and procedures for the administration
1391: Discipline and Due Process
of discipline which shall include, but not be limited to:
Policy has been updated for clarity and
consistency to ensure compliance with new
regulation. Subsequent documentation was
requested; however, according to facility
☒ ☐ ☐
managers, they have focused more on the
mental health needs of the youth and have
not been imposing discipline. We are
unable to determine compliance in this area
at this time based on the documentation that
is available. We will continue to monitor
this area in monthly check ins for
compliance until we can return to complete
an onsite inspection.
(a) designation of personnel authorized to impose San Francisco Juvenile Probation
discipline for violation of rules; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
☒ ☐ ☐
If discipline is imposed, the counselor who
imposes the discipline ensures the
documentation.
(b) prohibiting discipline to be delegated to any youth; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(c) definition of major and minor rule violations and San Francisco Juvenile Probation
their consequences, and due process requirements; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
☒ ☐ ☐
Rule violations are classified in 3
categories. Minor, Moderate and Major
Rule Violations.
(d) trauma-informed approaches and positive behavior San Francisco Juvenile Probation
interventions; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☒ ☐ ☐
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(e) minor rule violations may be handled informally by San Francisco Juvenile Probation
counseling, advising the youth of expected conduct Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
imposing a minor consequence. Discipline shall be ☒ ☐ ☐ and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
accompanied by written documentation and a 1391: Discipline and Due Process
policy of review and appeal to a supervisor; and,
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(f) major rule violations and the discipline process San Francisco Juvenile Probation
shall be documented and require the following: Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
☐ ☐ ☒ 1391: Discipline and Due Process
Moderate and Major Rule Violations are
both subject to the discipline process.
(1) written notice of violation prior to a hearing; San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(2) accommodations provided to youth with San Francisco Juvenile Probation
disabilities, limited literacy, and English Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
language learners; and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(3) hearing by a person who is not a party to the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
incident; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(4) opportunity for the youth to be heard, present San Francisco Juvenile Probation
evidence and testimony; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(5) provision for youth to be assisted by staff in the San Francisco Juvenile Probation
hearing process; Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(6) provision for administrative review. San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department; Juvenile Justice Center Policy
☐ ☐ ☒
and Procedure (JJCPP) Section 1390 and
1391: Discipline and Due Process
(g) violations that result in a removal from camp or Does not apply to the JJC. They are not a
commitment program, but not a return to court, will camp or commitment facility.
☒ ☐ ☐
follow the due process provisions in subsection (e)
above.
f
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REVIEW OF NON REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
GRANT FUNDING OR CODE REFERENCE YES NO N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS
JUVENILE PROBATION AND CAMPS FUNDING (JPCF) (Camps Only)
The programs/services identified on the JPCF – Camp
Allocation Eligibility Form are being provided at the
☐ ☒ ☐
facility. (Refer to the JPCF Program Agreement,
Attachment B)
208.5 WIC CONTACT BETWEEN PERSONS UNDER THE JUVENILE COURT AGES 19- 20 AND MINORS IN THE
FACILITY
The facility houses Juvenile Court Wards 19 years of
☐ ☒ ☐
age and older.
The facility has been approved to hold persons under
☐ ☒ ☐
the juvenile court who are ages 19 through 21.
The facility continues to comply with the requirements
of 208.5 WIC (programming, capacity and security of ☐ ☒ ☐
the facility) as outlined in the county’s application.
JUVENILE JUSTICE DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT MONITORING (JJDPA)
WIC 206 SEPARATE FACILITIES FOR WIC
300 MINORS
Dependent or neglected minors who are defined under ☒ ☐Viola ☐
Section 300 of the Welfare and Institutions Code tion
(WIC) are held only in non-secure, separate and
segregated facilities.
DETENTION OF STATUS OFFENDERS (WIC
601) AND FEDERAL MINORS ☐ ☒ ☐
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are held in the facility.
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are kept separate from
☐ ☐Viola ☒
Juvenile Delinquents (WIC 602)? (WIC 207[d]). tion
Federal Minors (ICE Holds or ORR Contract) are held
☐ ☒ ☐
in the facility.
If yes to the above, the Monthly Report on the
Detention of Status Offenders/Federal Minors is ☐ ☐ ☐
submitted to the BSCC.
WIC 208 SEPARATION OF MINORS AND
ADULT INMATES (JJDPA 42 USC
5633, Sec 223, State Plans (a)[12])
Are adult inmates held in the facility? (When a person ☒ ☐ ☐
in detention is proceeding through the adult court,
AND that person is 18 years of age or older that
person is an adult inmate.)
If adult inmates are held, they are appropriately
☐ ☐Viola ☒
separated from minors. tion
Adult inmates from an adult facility (e.g. inmate
workers or “Scared Straight” programs) are not allowed
☒ ☐Viola ☐
in the facility in a manner that allows contact with tion
minors.
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS
PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections
APPLICABLE TITLE 24 REGULATIONS: 4/98; 2001; 2003
BSCC Code: 7517
FACILITY NAME: San Francisco Juvenile Justice Center FACILITY TYPE: JH
APPLICABLE REGULATIONS (Check All That Apply): 4/98: X 2001: 2003: OTHER:
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Lisa Southwell DATE: June 9, 2020
NOTE: Physical Plant Evaluation provided as information only. We were not on site to complete a walkthrough of the
facility. We will complete the physical walk through when back on site.
TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Reception/Intake Admission (JH; 1.1)
Contains a weapons locker as specified in these regulations
Contains a secure room for the confinement of minors
pending admission to JH
Provides access to a shower
Provides a secure vault or storage space for minor's
valuables
Provides telephone access to minors
Provides staff access to hot and cold running water
Locked Holding Room (1.2)
Contains a minimum of 15 square feet of floor area per
minor
Provides no less than 45 square feet of floor area
Contains seating to accommodate all minors as specified in
these regulations
98: Provides access to a toilet, washbasin and drinking
fountain as specified in these regulations
03: Be equipped with a toilet, washbasin and drinking
fountain unless a procedure is in effect to provide
access
Maximizes staff visual supervision
03: Outward swinging or lateral sliding door required
Natural Light (1.3)
Visual access to natural light is provided in locked sleeping
rooms, single and double occupancy sleeping rooms,
dormitories and dayrooms.
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Corridors (1.4)
Corridors in living areas are at least eight feet wide. When
doors are staggered or if rooms are located only on one
side, corridors may be at least six feet wide.
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Living Unit (JH; 1.5)
JH living units do not exceed 30 minors and contain
sleeping areas and plumbing fixtures, commensurate with
the number of minors housed.
Locked Sleeping Rooms (1.6)
98: Have a toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain unless
a procedure is in effect to provide other access to these
fixtures
03: Toilet, washbasin and drinking fountain required in
locked sleeping rooms
Single Occupancy Sleeping Rooms (1.7) Units 5, 6, 7 and 8 contain single occupancy
sleeping rooms.
98: Minimum of 63 square feet of floor area and a clear Ceiling height 8’8”.
ceiling height of eight feet (In the Medical Unit, there are four single (bed)
03: Minimum of 70 square feet of floor area and a clear rooms and two single (bed) respiratory isolation
ceiling height of eight feet rooms. These are all non-rated beds.)
98: A door view panel is constructed of security glazing
and is a maximum of 144 square inches.
01: View panel size changed to a minimum of 144 inches.
03: Outward swinging or lateral sliding door required
Double Occupancy Sleeping Rooms (1.8) Units 1, 2, 3 and 4 contain double occupancy
sleeping rooms.
Minimum of 100 square feet floor area, a clear ceiling
height of eight feet, and a minimum width of seven feet
98: A door view panel is constructed of security glazing
and is a maximum of 144 square inches.
01: View panel size changed to a minimum of 144 inches
03: Outward swinging or lateral sliding door required
Dormitories (1.9) No dormitories. Text of the regulation deleted.
In JHs and camps, there is a minimum of 50 square feet of
floor area per minor, with a minimum dormitory size of 200
square feet and a minimum clear ceiling height of eight feet.
Dayrooms (1.10)
JH dayrooms contain 35 square feet of floor area per minor.
Dayrooms in camps and SPJHs contain 30 square feet of
floor area per minor.
All dayrooms provide access to toilets, wash basins,
drinking fountains and showers.
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Physical Activity and Recreation Spaces (NA SPJH;
1.11)
98: Facilities with a capacity of less than 41 minors have a
minimum of 9,000 square feet dedicated indoor-
outdoor space.
01: Facilities with a capacity of 40 minors or less have a
minimum of 9000 square feet dedicated indoor-
outdoor space.
98: Facilities with a capacity of 41 to 100 minors have a
minimum of 9,000 square feet dedicated indoor-
outdoor space, plus a field area. The field area
contains a minimum of one acre with a minimum
dimension of 100 feet.
01: Facilities with a capacity of 41-274 minors have a
minimum of 225 square feet of dedicated indoor-
outdoor space per minor, up to 61,650 feet.
98: Facilities with a capacity over 100 minors have a Outdoor Recreation space consists of the
minimum of 18,000 square feet dedicated indoor- following:
outdoor space, plus a field area. The field area o East Recreation Area (nearest Units 7 &
contains a minimum of one acre with a minimum 8): 6,000 square feet
dimension of 100 feet. o West Recreation Area (nearest Unit 5 and
01: Facilities with a capacity of 275 or more minors have gymnasium): 10,000 square feet
61,650 square feet dedicated indoor-outdoor space, o Center Recreation Area: 55,000 square
plus 145 square feet for each minor beyond 274 (up to feet.
a maximum of 87,120 square feet). o Individual Unit paved courtyards total
4,888 square feet.
98: At least one half of the dedicated indoor-outdoor space
is a paved or "like" surface.
01: Changed from one-half to one-quarter of the space
A portion of the dedicated physical activity and recreation
space is out-of-doors, and is equipped and of a sufficient
size to comply with Title 15, § 1371.
01: The required recreation area has no single dimension
less than 40 feet.
Outdoor recreation area lighting allows for evening
activities and provides security.
Academic Classrooms (NA SPJH; 1.12)
Classrooms are designed for a maximum of 20 minors.
There is a minimum of one classroom in each facility
2001: Dedicated classroom space is available for every
juvenile in the facility. The primary purpose for the
academic classroom is for education.
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Each classroom contains a minimum of 160 square feet of Fine Arts – 994 sq. ft. *
floor space for the teacher's desk and work area, and a Social Studies – 739 sq. ft. *
minimum of 28 square feet floor space per minor.
Language Arts – 726 sq. ft. *
Mathematics – 723 sq. ft. *
Science – 720 sq. ft. *
Unit 7 Classroom – 686 sq. ft. + 44 sq. ft. storage *
Unit 8 Classroom – 484 sq. ft. * + 45 sq. ft. storage
* Square footage approximate
There is a communication system in each classroom that When the button is pushed in the classrooms, an
allows for immediate response to emergencies. alarm is activated at central control
Safety Room (1.13) Programmatically, safety rooms won’t be used.
Provides a minimum of 63 square feet of floor space and a
minimum clear ceiling height of eight feet
Limited to one minor
Padded as specified in these regulations
There are one or more vertical view panels constructed of
security glazing. Panels provide a view of the entire room
and are no more than four inches wide and at least 24
inches long.
Audio monitoring system as specified in these regulations
Access to a toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain is
provided.
03: Be equipped with a variable intensity security-type
lighting fixture, with controls outside the room
03: Any wall- or ceiling-mounted devices are designed to
prohibit the occupant’s access.
Medical Examination Room (NA SPJH; 1.14) Three exam rooms and one triage room.
There is a minimum of one suitably equipped medical
examination room in every juvenile facility. The
examination room provides the following:
Space for routine and emergency examinations that is
used for no other purpose;
Privacy for minors;
Lockable storage for medical supplies;
Not less than 144 square feet floor space with no single #1 – 12’10” x 10’8”
dimension less than seven feet; #2 – 12’10” x 10’8”
#3 – 14’1” x 10”
#4 – 14’1” x 9’8”
Hot and cold running water; and,
01: Smooth, non-porous, washable surfaces.
Pharmaceutical Storage (1.15)
There is lockable storage space for medical supplies and
pharmaceutical preparations as specified by Title 15 §
1438.
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TITLE 24 SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Dining Areas (NA SPJH; 1.16)
There is a minimum of 15 square feet floor space and
sufficient tables and seating for each person being fed
(including minors, staff and visitors).
Dining areas do not contain toilets or showers in the same
room, unless there is an appropriate visual barrier.
Visiting Space (1.17)
Visiting space is provided.
Institutional Storage (1.18)
There is a minimum of 80 cubic feet of storage space per
minor for institutional clothing, bedding, supplies and
activity equipment, in one or more storage rooms.
Personal Storage (1.19) Located in intake.
Each minor has a minimum of nine cubic feet of secure
storage space for personal clothing and belongings.
Safety Equipment Storage (1.20)
There is a secure area for storing safety equipment, such as
fire extinguishers, self-contained breathing apparatus, wire
and bar cutters, emergency lights, etc.
Janitor Closet (1.21)
There is at least one securely lockable janitorial closet
containing a mop sink and sufficient area for storing
cleaning implements within the security area.
Audio Monitoring System (1.22)
There is an audio monitoring system capable of actuation
by the minor to alert staff in: safety rooms; locked holding
rooms, locked sleeping rooms; single and double
occupancy sleeping rooms and dormitories of JHs and in
locked sleeping rooms and single occupancy rooms of
secure camps.
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Emergency Power (1.23) 100% emergency power.
There is an emergency power source capable of providing
minimal lighting in all living units, activity areas, corridors,
stairs, and central control points, to maintain fire and life
safety, security, communications and alarm systems. The
power source conforms to the requirements specified in
Title 24, Part 3, Article 700, California Electrical Code
(CCR).
Confidential Interview Room (1.24)
Contain a minimum of 60 square feet of floor area and
provide for confidential consultation with minors
There is a minimum of one suitably furnished interview
room for each 30 minors in JHs.
There is a minimum of one suitably furnished interview
room in each camp.
Court Holding Room for Minors (1.26)
Contains a minimum of 10 square feet of floor area per
minor
Limited to no more than 16 minors
Provides 40 square feet of floor area and a minimum clear
ceiling height of eight feet
Contains seating to accommodate all minors
Contains a toilet, wash basin and drinking fountain as
specified in these regulations
Maximizes staffs' visual supervision of minors
Toilets/Urinals (2.1)
Toilets are available on living units in a ratio of 1:6 in JH;
1:10 in camps; and, 1:8 in locked holding rooms. One
toilet and one urinal may be substituted for every 15 boys.
Toilet areas provide modesty for the minors without
mitigating staff’s ability to supervise.
Wash basins (2.2)
Wash basins must provide hot and cold or tempered water
and be available on living units in a ratio of 1:6 in JH; 1:10
in camps; and, 1:8 in locked sleeping rooms.
Drinking Fountains (2.3)
Drinking fountains are accessible to minors and staff in
living areas and indoor-outdoor recreation areas.
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01: The drinking fountain bubbler is activated by
mechanical means and is at an angle that prevents
waste water from flowing over the bubbler.
Showers (2.4)
Showers provide tempered water and are available on living
units at a ratio of at least one shower or bathtub to every six
minors.
Shower areas provide for inmate privacy without mitigating
staff's ability to supervise.
Beds (2.5)
Beds are at least 30 inches wide and 76 long and are of a
pan-bottom type or constructed of concrete.
Beds are at least 12 inches of the floor and spaced no less
than 36 inches apart.
Lighting (2.6)
There is at least 20 foot-candles (216 1x) of illumination at
desk level in locked sleeping rooms, single and double
occupancy rooms, dormitories, dayrooms and activity
areas.
Night lighting in the above areas provides good visibility
and is conducive to sleep.
Padding (2.7)
Padding in safety rooms covers the floor, door and walls to
a clear height of eight feet. Benches or platforms are not
placed on the floor of safety rooms.
Padded rooms are equipped with a tamper-resistant fire
sprinkler as approved by the State Fire Marshal (SFM).
The padding is approved by the SFM and is: non-porous;
at least one-half inch thick; of a unitary or laminated
construction; firmly bonded to all padded surfaces; and, is
without exposed seams.
Seating (2.8)
Seating is designed for the level of security. When bench
seating is used, 18 inches of bench seating is allowed for
each person.
Weapons Locker (2.9) One weapons locker located in intake. Another in
Weapons lockers are located outside the security perimeter the lobby kiosk.
of the facility. (Personnel do not bring any weapon into the
security area.)
Lockers are equipped with individual compartments, each
with their own locking device.
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Assess for New Construction/Remodel or Repair:
Security Glazing (2.10) (Added in 2003)
(Note to inspector: This will typically be assessed from
specifications provided at plan review.)
Security glazing complies with the minimum requirements
of one of the following test standards: American Society X
for Testing and Materials, ASTM F 1233-98, Class III
glass; California Department of Corrections, CDC 860-94d,
Class C glass; or, H. P. White Laboratory, Inc., HPW-TP-
0500.02, Forced Entry Level III.
Design Requirements (201(c)6)
Design requirements as specified in Title 24, Part 1,
201(c)6 are met.
X
(Note to inspector: See regulation for specific
requirements. Note areas of non-compliance that are
applicable to the facility type and construction date in the
"comments" section.)
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE HALLS AND CAMPS
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
Board of State and Community Corrections Inspection
BSCC Code: 7517
FACILITY: San Francisco Juvenile Justice Center TYPE: JH RC: 150
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: DATE: June 9, 2020
Lisa Southwell
NOTE: Living Area Space Evaluation provided as information only. We were not on site to complete a walkthrough of the facility. We will complete the physical walk
through when back on site.
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Unit Room Applicable # Each Room Total Size (L x W x H) or FIXTURES* COMMENTS
Designation Type Standards Rooms # Beds RC RC Square/Cubic Feet T U W F S
Admissions
Safety 1998 1 (1) 9'2" x 9' 0 0 0 Ceiling height 10+'
Holding 1998 1 (4) 9'2" x 7' 0 0 0 9'2" bench; capacity limited by area
Holding 1998 1 (4) 9'2" x 7' 0 0 0 9'2" bench; capacity limited by area
Holding 1998 1 (3) 9'2" x 5'10" 0 0 0 9'2" bench; capacity limited by area
Holding 1998 1 (3) 9'2" x 6' 1 1 1 5' bench
Medical Unit
Concrete bench seating (7'8"). Interior door handle to be
Holding 1998 1 (5) 7'8" x 11'3" 0 0 0
removed.
Note: This unit contains four medical isolation rooms that are not rated.
Unit 1
Double 1998 10 2 2 20 14'7" x 8'8" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Bench 29½" x 75½". Programmatically, these are one-
Holding 1998 1 (1) 6'9" x 10'3" 1 1 1
person rooms.
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 4 Required area 700 sq. ft. Area in excess of 700 sq. ft.
Unit 2
Double 1998 10 2 2 20 14'7" x 8'8" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
*T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total BRC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Room # Each Room Total FIXTURES* COMMENTS
Unit Applicable Size (L x W x H) or
Designation Type Standards Rooms # Beds RC RC Square/Cubic Feet T U W F S
Bench 29½" x 75½". Programmatically, these are one
Holding 1998 1 (1) 6'9" x 10'3" 1 1 1
person rooms.
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 4 Required area 700 sq. ft. Area in excess of 700 sq. ft.
Unit 3
Double 1998 10 2 2 20 14'7" x 8'8" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Bench 29½" x 75½". Programmatically, these are one
Holding 1998 1 (1) 6'9" x 10'3" 1 1 1
person rooms.
Dayroom 1998 Irregular shape 4 Required area 700 sq. ft. Area in excess of 700 sq. ft.
Unit 4
Double 1998 10 2 2 20 14'7" x 8'8" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Bench 29½" x 75½". Programmatically, these are one
Holding 1998 1 (1) 6'9" x 10'3" 1 1 1
person rooms.
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 4 Required area 700 sq. ft. Area in excess of 700 sq. ft.
Unit 5
Single 1998 20 1 1 20 7'7" x 10'11" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 4 Approximately 1,952 sq. ft.
Unit 6
Single 1998 20 1 1 20 7'7" x 10'11" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Safety 1998 1 (1) 9' x 7'9"
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 4 Approximately 1,952 sq. ft.
Unit 7
Single 1998 20 1 1 20 7'8" x 10'8" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 4 Approximately 1,952 sq. ft.
Unit 8
Single 1998 10 1 1 10 7'8" x 10'8" 1 1 1 Irregular shape
Dayroom 1998 1 Irregular shape 2 Approximately 1,326 sq. ft.
2014-2016: No change to rated capacity - 150
*T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit. If "Total BRC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
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