BSCC
San Luis Obispo County, Juvenile Hall & Camp (2016-2018 inspection cycle)
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JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS
Board of State and Community Corrections
PROCEDURES CHECKLIST1
BSCC Code: 7539 and 7540
FACILITY NAME: San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Hall (JH) FACILITY TYPE: JH
FACILITY NAME: Coastal Valley Academy (CVA) FACILITY TYPE: Camp
PERSON(S) INTERVIEWED: Jim Salio, Chief Probation Officer; Marguerite Harris, Chief Deputy Probation Officer; Robert Reyes,
Assistant Chief Probation Officer; Tom Milder, Chief Deputy Probation Officer-Juvenile Field Services; Seth Price, Supervising Deputy
Probation Officer; Pam Beaumont, Nurse Practitioner-San Luis Obispo County Public Health; Jim Pearce, San Luis Obispo Behavioral
Health; Katherine Aaron, Interim Assistant Superintendent-San Luis Obispo Office of Education; DJ Pittinger, Assistant Superintendent-
San Luis Obispo Office of Education; Olivia Lopez and Carolyn Bird, Restorative Partners; Darryl Kendrix, JSO II-FTO; Dillon
Linnekamp, JSO I; Augustine Alfaro, JSO II-FTO; Youths: Shay, age 17; Jazmine, age 16; Stacy, age 17.
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Elizabeth Gong DATE: April 24-26, 2018
TITLE 15 SECTION JH CVA N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS
1313 COUNTY INSPECTION AND EVALUATION Both facilities: August 21, 17
OF BUILDING AND GROUNDS Chapter 2, 2.3-A, 1
X X
(A) County Building Inspection by agency designated by the
Board of Supervisors to approve building safety;
(B) Fire authority having jurisdiction, including a fire Both facilities: March 2, 2018
clearance as required by Health and Safety Code Section X X Chapter 2, 2.3-A, 2
13146.1 (a) and (b);
(C) Local health officer, inspection in accordance with Both facilities
Health and Safety Code Section 101045; Environmental Health: December 15, 2017
X X Medical/Mental Health: November 30, 2017
Nutritional Health: December 8, 2017
Chapter 2, 2.3-A, 3
(D) County superintendent of schools on the adequacy of Both facilities: February 22, 2018/May 6, 2017
X X
educational services and facilities as required in Section 1370; Chapter 2, 2.3-A, 4
(E) Juvenile court as required by Section 209 of the Welfare Both facilities: March 28, 2018
X X
and Institutions Code Chapter 2, 2.3-A, 5
(F) Juvenile Justice Commission as required by Section 229 Both facilities: March 22, 2017
of the Welfare and Institutions Code or Probation Chapter 2, 2.3-A, 6
X X
Commission as required by Section 240 of the Welfare and
Institutions Code.
1320 APPOINTMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS The elements of this regulation are addressed in a
letter from Chief Salio dated March 22, 2018.
The Facility Administrator (CPO) has submitted a letter X X
certifying that each employee has been appointed and are
qualified pursuant to the requirements of this regulation.
The facility adheres to the minimum standards for the A review of the BSCC Standards Training in
selection and training requirements in PC 6035 (STC Corrections audit for 2017, the San Luis Obispo
compliant) as well as ensures a medical, psychological and Probation Department is in full compliance with
X X
records check are completed. Contract employees, volunteers regulation.
and other non-employees shall also have appropriate
qualifications and clearance.
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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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1321 STAFFING Chapter 3, 3.2-A
The facility has 31-line staff responsible for youth
a) There are an adequate number of personnel to carry out supervision. The 4 that are not currently core
X X
the facility program, to provide for safety and security of trained will be in June 2018.
minors and staff and meet established standards and
regulations.
b) There is sufficient staff to ensure that no required service Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 1
X X
is denied.
c) There is a sufficient number of supervisory level staff to Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 2
ensure adequate supervision of all staff members. X X There are 3 supervisors and 6 lead staff assigned
to the facility, exceeding regulation.
d) There is a clearly identified person on duty who is Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 3
responsible for all the operations and activities and has All staff but 4 are core trained. The 4 staff will
X X
completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course receive core training in June 2018.
and PC 832 training.
e) There is as least one staff member present on each living Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 4
X X
unit whenever there are minor(s) in the unit.
f) The facility has sufficient food services personnel Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 1
relative to the number and security of units including
X X
staff to plan menus, provide kitchen supervision, direct
food preparation, train staff and maintain records.
g) The facility has administrative, clerical, recreational, Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 5 a
medical dental, mental health building maintenance and
other support staff for the efficient management of the X X
facility, and to ensure that youth supervision staff are not
diverted from supervising youth.
h) There is sufficient youth supervision staff to provide Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 5
continuous wide-awake supervision of youth, subject to
X X
temporary variations in staff assignments, to meet special
program needs.
Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff ratio): Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 8
The facility has staff to provide youth supervision
a) During hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake X N/A and a wide expanse of programming for waking
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each 10 hours.
youth in detention.
b) During hours that youth are confined to their room for Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 9
the purpose of sleeping, one wide-awake youth There are sufficient staff to account for youth
X N/A
supervision staff member is on duty for each 30 youth supervision, intakes and breaks during the non-
in detention. waking hours.
c) At least two wide-awake youth supervision staff Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 6
members are on duty at all times, regardless of the The facility requires a minimum of 4 officers on
number of youth in detention, unless an arrangement has X N/A duty.
been made for immediate backup support services for
emergencies.
d) At least one youth supervision staff member is on duty Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 10
who is the same gender as youth who are housed in the X N/A
facility.
e) Personnel with primary responsibility for other duties Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 7 and C, 3
such as administration, supervision of personnel,
academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or X N/A
maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision
staff positions.
Special Purpose Juvenile Halls (minimum youth-staff This facility is not a Special Purpose Juvenile
ratio): Hall; therefore, the balance of this regulation will
a) During hours that youth are awake, one wide-awake be deleted.
X
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each 10 youth
in detention.
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Camps (minimum youth -staff ratio): Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 8
The facility has staff to provide youth supervision
a) During the hours when youth are awake, there is a and a wide expanse of programming for waking
N/A X
minimum of one wide-awake youth supervision staff hours.
member on duty for each 15 youth in the camp
population.
b) During the hours when youth are confined to their bunk Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 9
for the purpose of sleeping, at least one wide-awake
N/A X
youth supervision staff member is on duty for each 30-
youth present in the facility.
c) At least two wide-awake youth supervision staff Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 6
members are on duty at all times regardless of the The facility requires a minimum of 4 officers on
number of youth in residence, unless there have been N/A X duty.
arrangements made for backup support services which
allow for immediate response to emergencies.
d) At least one youth supervision staff member is on duty Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 10
who is the same gender as youth who are housed in the N/A X
facility.
e) Personnel with primary responsibility for other duties Chapter 3, 3.2-A, 7 and C, 3
such as administration, supervision of personnel,
academic or trade instruction, clerical, kitchen or N/A X
maintenance shall not be classified as youth supervision
staff positions.
f) In addition to the minimum staff to youth ratio required The Coastal Valley Academy is located within
above, consideration has been given to the size, design, the Juvenile Hall and maintains the same 1:10
and location of the camp; types of offenders committed staffing requirement, exceeding regulation for a
N/A X
to the camp; and the function of the camp in determining Camp.
the level of supervision necessary to maintain the safety
and welfare of youth and staff.
1322 YOUTH SUPERVISION STAFF Chapter 3, 3.3 and 3.4
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING
CPO certification letter has been received and addresses the X X
elements of Section 1320).
a) Prior to assuming any responsibilities each staff member Chapter 3, 3.3-A
is properly oriented to his/her duties. SLO JH and CVA provide extensive facility
specific training to their staff, including 4 weeks
of training in 4 phases, to include all components
X X
of policy, regulation and procedure. CVA
assigned staff receive an additional 24 hours
specific to the program. All staff receive 16
hours in Control training as well.
b) Prior to assuming responsibility for the supervision of Chapter 3, 3.3-B
youth, each youth supervision staff member receives a All new staff completes a 160+ hour training
X X
minimum of 40 hours of facility-specific orientation. program before their sole youth supervision
responsibilities begin.
c) Prior to assuming primary responsibility for supervision Chapter 3, 3.3-C
of youth, each youth supervision staff member Primary supervision of youth occurs after
X X
successfully completes the requirements of the Juvenile completion core and internal training.
Corrections Officer Core Course pursuant to PC 6035.
d) Prior to exercising the powers of a peace officer, staff Chapter 3, 3.3-D
shall complete PC 830 training. X X Staff complete this training within their first year
of hire.
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1323 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY CORE training includes fire and life safety. All
staff are core trained so there is always someone
Whenever there is youth in the facility, there is at least one in the facility that is fire and life safety trained.
wide-awake person on duty at all times who meets the
training standards established by the Board of State and X X
Community Corrections for general fire and life safety and
who is also trained in procedures that relate specifically to the
facility.
1324 POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall and the Coastal
Valley Academy (CVA) maintain an inclusive
(A) There is a policy and procedures manual that, at a detention manual that directs the policy of the
minimum, addresses all regulations that are applicable to the X X facility. CVA has a few policies and procedures
facility. that provide an enhancement of assessments,
schedules and programming but the policies of
operation are the same.
(B) The manual is available to and reviewed by all Staff are expected to review the policies and
employees procedures manual during their 160 hours of
training. The manual is accessible on the unit
computer and there is a hard copy in the control
X X room. Updates or modifications are made in
monthly division meetings. Rosters from the
meetings act as a sign off. Training is provided
for significant policy changes. The manual was
last updated in March 2018.
(C) The manual is administratively reviewed at minimum Chapter 1, 1.3 Policy Statement
X X
every two years, and updated as necessary. The policy directs an update annually.
(D) The records relating to the standards and requirements
set forth in these regulations are accessible to the Board of X X
State and Community Corrections.
The manual includes: Chapter 3, 3.21 Communication Channels and
Table of organization, including channels of communications X X Notification Procedure
and description of job classifications; .
a) Responsibility of the probation department, purpose of Chapter 1, 1.7: Juvenile Hall Function
programs, relationship to the juvenile court, the Juvenile
Justice/Delinquency Prevention Commission or
X X
Probation Committee, probation staff, school personnel
and other agencies that are involved in juvenile facility
programs;
b) Responsibilities of all employees; Job Classification for each position is located in
X X
the Appendices
c) Initial orientation and training program for employees; Chapter 3, 3.3: Youth Supervision Staff
X X
Orientation and Training
d) Initial orientation, including safety and security issues, An orientation is provided for non-sworn staff
for support staff, contract employees, school and medical and volunteers, including an overview of safety
X X
staff, program providers and volunteers; guidelines, emergency response and dress code
expectations.
e) The maintenance of record keeping, statistics and Chapter 4, 4.0: Records and Public Information
communication systems to ensure: efficient operation of Record Keeping, Statistics and Reporting
the facility; care of minors; maintenance of minors’ Sections:
records; providing information to the court and those 4.3: Population Accounting
X X
authorized by the court or by law, release of information 4.4: Record Keeping and Statistics
regarding youth; 4.5: Juvenile Facility Capacity
4.6: Overcrowding
13.7: Release of Youth’s Information
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f) Ethical responsibilities; Chapter 1, 1.6: Department Values
We noted posters in all areas of the facility
reminding staff of the departments mission as it
X X relates to safety, responsibility and being
considerate. Each of the topics have bullet
reminders and prompts to promote ethical and
alert engagement with fellow staff and youth.
g) A non-discrimination provision that provides that all Chapter 1, 1.2: Non- Discrimination Statement
youth within the facility shall have fair and equal access A non-discrimination provision is posted in the
to all available services, placement, care, treatment, and living units.
benefits, and provides that no person shall be subject to
discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or
perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, X X
national origin, 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;
h) Storage and maintenance requirements for any chemical Chapter 5, 5.9-F, 9 OC Spray
X X
agents used in the facility.
i) Establish procedures for collection of Medi-Cal eligibility Chapter 3, 3.6: Policy and Procedures Manual
information and enrollment of eligible youth. Administration clerks provide information to
X X parents via letter.
1325 FIRE SAFETY PLAN Chapter 3, 3.7: Fire Safety Plan
The fire safety plan includes: X X .
a) A fire prevention plan as part of the manual policy and
procedure;
b) Monthly fire and life safety inspections by facility staff Chapter 3, 3.7-A, 2
with a two-year retention of the inspection record; We reviewed monthly inspections from July 2016
X X to present. All were completed and included
requests for change/repair/maintenance as
needed.
c) Fire prevention inspections as required by HSC 13146.1 Chapter 3, 3.7-A, 3
(a) and (b). The last fire inspection was completed on March
X X
2, 2018, by CALFIRE/San Luis Obispo County
Fire Agency.
d) An evacuation plan; Chapter 3, 3.7-A, 5
In addition to policy, the facility has a letter from
X X
the State Fire Marshal approving evacuation
plans for the facility.
e) Documented fire drills are conducted at least quarterly; Chapter 3, 3.7-A, 4
The facility conducts at minimum quarterly drills;
however, our review of documentation indicates
X X
drills are for the most part conducted monthly,
involving specific units and documenting the time
it took to evacuate.
f) A written plan for the emergency housing of minors in Chapter 3, 3.7-A, 6
the case of fire; and, X X SLOPD has an agreement with Monterey and
Santa Barbara in case of a full facility evacuation.
g) Fire suppression pre-plan in cooperation with the local Chapter 3, 3.7-A, 7
fire department. X X The last local fire inspection, including a review
of pre-plan efforts, occurred on March 2, 2018.
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1326 SECURITY REVIEW A Security Review memo was completed by
Marguerite Harris on September 19, 2017.
The facility administrator annually reviews, evaluates, and
documents security reviews. The review and evaluation X X The facility is very conscience of security
address the internal and external security, including, but not measures and has internal and external audits of
limited to: key control, security equipment and related security measures each shift.
training.
1327 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Chapter 3, 3.9-3.13
3.9: Emergency Procedures
Emergency policies and procedures include but are not 3.10: Facility Evacuation Plan
limited to: escape, disturbances, and taking of hostages; 3.11: Emergency Housing of Youths
civil disturbances; fire and natural disasters; periodic testing 3.12: Escapes
of emergency equipment; storage, issue and use of chemical 3.13: Hostage Resolution
agents, related security devices, and weapons and X X
ammunition, where applicable; emergency evacuation plans; An Emergency Preparedness memo was
and, an annual review of emergency procedures for all youth completed by Seth Price on March 21, 2018. The
supervision staff. review was an evaluation of existing policy and a
requirement that all youth supervision staff read
and acknowledge by signing they have read and
reviewed policy.
1328 SAFETY CHECKS Chapter 3, 3.14: Safety Checks
Direct visual observation of each youth at least every 15 SLO uses the Guard 1 Pipe to document safety
minutes when youth are asleep or in their rooms, confined in checks. Policy states staff will visually observe
holding cells or confined to their bed in a dormitory. All each youth when in their room at least every 15
safety checks shall be documented with the actual time the minutes or in shower, every 5 minutes. We
check is completed. reviewed 30 days of safety checks. If a late check
occurs, supervising staff speak with staff and
determine the reason for it. The matter is then
forwarded to the Supervising JSO who audits via
X X the video system. If a staff is late more than 3
times in 30 days, the staff receives a documented
communication in their personnel file. Late
checks are reported to facility administrator.
It should be noted, in the month of January 2018,
there were only 20 late checks, all within a short
period of time from the 15-minute mark. Of the
almost 9000 checks this entailed, the percentage
is .002%. Nonetheless, the facility expects 100%
compliance.
1329 SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM Chapter 3, 3.15 Suicide Prevention Program
The suicide prevention component of the facility
a) The facility has a comprehensive written suicide is taken seriously by all staff and agency partners.
X X
prevention program developed by the health There are weekly meetings which include
administrator, mental health director and facility discussions of each youth and any circumstances
administrator that includes, but is not limited to: relevant to depression or isolation.
b) Suicide prevention training, which may include training Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 1 Training
provided in accordance with Section 1322, Orientation Officers receive initial suicide prevention and
and Training and Standards and Training for X X response training in orientation, 4 hours of
Corrections Regulations pursuant to Penal Code 6035. Suicide Prevention in CORE and a 2-hour annual
update training.
c) Intake screening for suicide risk immediately upon Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 2 Intake Screening
confinement and prior to housing assignment. The facility behavioral health has a
comprehensive mental health screening, followed
X X
up with an assessment to determine the most
appropriate level of services for the youth while
in custody.
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d) Provisions facilitating communication among arresting Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 2 b, c, d
officers, facility staff, family members, medical and Intake staff make contact with the officer at
mental health personnel in relation to suicide risk. intake, the family and medical mental health staff.
All youth are screened and cleared by a mental
health therapist on site or by phone to ensure their
X X
safety prior to placement in the living unit. If
there are any concerns and in the absence of
Mental Health staff, the intake officer will not
clear admission until the youth is cleared by
medical staff.
e) Guidance on housing of youth at risk of suicide. Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 2 e (Housing)
Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 4 (Housing)
Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 3 (Safety Protocol)
All youth are screened and cleared by a mental
health therapist on site or by phone to ensure their
safety prior to placement in the living unit. To be
placed or removed from this status requires MH,
X X Supervising DPO or JIO III and medical
signature.
Youth at risk of suicide are placed on a Suicide
Protocol and housed in a camera room. If youth
are on suicide status more than 24 hours,
arrangements are made to get youth into a higher
level of care.
f) Adequate supervision depending on level of suicide risk. Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 5
X X Safety protocols are initiated and supervision
becomes dependent on level of risk.
g) Suicide and suicide attempt intervention policies and Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 7
X X
procedures.
h) Provisions for reporting suicides and suicide attempts. X X Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 7, j
i) Critical incident debriefing. X X Chapter 3, 3.15-A, 8
1340 REPORTING OF LEGAL ACTIONS Chapter 4, 4.1: Reporting of Legal Actions
There have been no pending legal actions this
The facility submits a letter of notification to the Board of cycle.
X X
State and Community Corrections on each legal action
pertaining to conditions of confinement filed against person
or legal entities responsible for juvenile facility operation.
1341 DEATH AND SERIOUS ILLNESS OR INJURY Chapter 4, 4.2: Death and Serious Illness or
OF A MINOR WHILE DETAINED Injury of a Youth While Detained
a) The administrator of the facility provides the Board of X X
State and Community Corrections a copy of the death in
custody report that is submitted to the Attorney General
under Government Code Section 12525 within 10 days.
b) Written policy and procedures assure a medical and Chapter 4, 4.2-G: Death and Serious Illness or
operational review of each in-custody death. The review Injury of a Youth While Detained
team includes the facility administrator and/or the facility
X X
manager; the health administrator; the responsible
physician; and other health care and supervision staff
who were relevant to the incident
c) There are written policies and procedures for handling Chapter 4, 4.2-F: Death and Serious Illness or
deaths, suicide attempts, suicide prevention and notification Injury of a Youth While Detained addresses
of the juvenile court and the parent, guardian or person X X notification for deaths
standing in loco parentis, in the event of a serious illness,
injury or death.
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1342 POPULATION ACCOUNTING Chapter 4
4.3: Population Accounting
Population and profile survey reports are submitted to the 4.4: Record Keeping and Statistics
X X
Board of State and Community Corrections within 10 4.5: Juvenile Facility Capacity
working days after the end of each reporting period, in a 4.6: Overcrowding
format provided by the Board.
1343 JUVENILE FACILITY CAPACITY Chapter 4, 4.5: Juvenile Facility Capacity
a) The number of youth detained in a living unit has N/A
exceeded its maximum capacity for more than 15
calendar days in a month since the previous inspection.
b) If required, the facility has submitted CARs/CCARs to
X
BSCC since the last inspection (N/A if no to the above).
c) The facility is under an approved suitability plan (N/A if
X
no to the above).
1350 ADMITTANCE PROCEDURES Chapter 5, 5.1: Admittance Procedures
The facility has significant criteria for detention
X X
Written policies and procedures for admittance of youth and clearly identifies youth that cannot be
include the requirements of Sections 1324 and 1430. admitted to the facility.
In juvenile halls, youth are allowed access to a telephone, in Chapter 6, 6.7-A, 2 and B: Telephone Access
accordance with the provisions of Welfare and Institutions
Code Section 627 (two completed telephone calls X N/A
[parent/guardian and attorney] within an hour, at the public
expense).
The juvenile hall has established written criteria for Chapter 5, 5.1: Admittance Procedures
detention. The facility has specific criteria for detention of
X N/A
any youth, which can only be over-ridden by the
Chief Deputy.
The juvenile camp has included policies and procedures that Chapter 5, 5.1-S
advise the youth of the estimated length of stay and has Advisal of committed youth of their length of
N/A X
developed program guidelines that include written screening stay.
criteria for inclusion and exclusion from the program.
Juvenile halls shall develop policies and procedures that Chapter 5, 5.1-S
advise any committed youth of the estimated length of his/her Youth are advised after their Court hearing of
X N/A
stay. how many days they will spend in custody and an
expected release date.
1351 RELEASE PROCEDURES Chapter 5, 5.2: Release Procedures
Chapter 5, 5.2-F, 3-b and c
Written policies and procedures for release of youth in X X
custody provide for:
a) Verification of identity/release papers;
b) Return of personal clothing and valuables; X X Chapter 5, 5.2-F, 3-d
c) Notification to the minor’s parents or guardian; X X Chapter 5, 5.2-F, 3-a
d) Notification to the facility health care provider in Chapter 5, 5.2-F, 3-e
accordance with Sections 1408 and 1437 of these X X
regulations, for coordination with outside agencies; and,
e) Notification of school staff. X X Chapter 5, 5.2-F, 3-f
f) Notification of facility mental health personnel. X X Chapter 5, 5.2-F, 3-f
g) There are written policy and procedures for furlough of Chapter 5, 5.2-K Temporary Releases
X X
minors from custody. Chapter 6, 6.12: Furloughs
1352 CLASSIFICATION Chapter 5, 5.3: Classification
We reviewed classification documentation for
Written policies and procedures on classification of youth for purposes of housing, medical, assaultive behavior
X X
the purpose of determining housing placement in the facility and mental health events. Classification also
provide for: considers the SOGIE and CSEC Screening tools,
administered at admission.
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a) The safety of the youth, facility staff, and the public by Chapter 5, 5.3-A, 1-12
placing youth in the appropriate, least restrictive housing In review of classification documents, the facility
and program settings and housing assignments consider adheres to the most beneficial placement of a
the need for single, double, or dormitory assignment; youth in the unit, specific unit housing and
programming elements after consideration of the
youths age, current offense, gender, prior criminal
X X
conduct, and any other relevant classification
information. The documents we reviewed
included a comprehensive assessment of all
factors and revealed youth are placed in the least
restrictive housing setting given the
circumstances above.
b) Consideration of facility populations and physical design The facility has 3 detention units with criteria for
of the facility; placement in each, as well as the Coastal Valley
X X
Academy which is a commitment program
requiring Court order.
c) Classification of a youth upon admittance to the facility; Chapter 5, 5.3-A, 1-12
X X Classification considerations for housing
placement.
d) Periodic classification reviews. Chapter 5, 5.3-A
X X
Reviews are conducted daily.
e) Provide that facility staff shall not separate youth from Chapter 5, 5.3-F, 11
the general population or assign youth to a single This provision is posted in the living unit and in
occupancy room based solely on the youth's actual or the Youth Handbook.
perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry,
national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation,
X X
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).
1353 ORIENTATION Chapter 5,5.4: Orientation of Youth.
At admission, a Youth Handbook is provided to
Written policies and procedures require an orientation for all youth for review as well as an orientation
youth prior to placement in a living area. Both written and video. The book and the video are in English,
verbal information are provided. Provisions are made to however, are read to the youth by staff. An
X X
provide accessible orientation information to all detained interpreter will be made available if necessary.
youth including those with disabilities, limited English Orientation is held at admission prior to youth
proficiency, or limited literacy. The orientation includes: being moved to housing unit, unless a late
admission and then will occur the following
morning.
a) Facility rules and disciplinary procedures; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 1
b) Grievance procedures; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 2
c) Access to legal services; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 3
d) Access to health care services; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 4
e) Access to counseling services; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 7
f) Access to religious services; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 5
g) Access to educational services; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 6
h) Information on the court process; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 8
i) Housing assignments; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 9
j) Availability of personal care items and opportunity for Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 10
X X
personal hygiene;
k) Correspondence, visiting and telephone use; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 11
l) Availability of reading materials, programs, and Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 12
X X
activities;
m) Use of restraints and chemical agents; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 13
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n) Use of force; X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 14
o) Emergency and evacuation procedures. X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 15
p) Non-discrimination policy. X X Chapter 5, 5.4-B, 16
1354 SEPARATION Chapter 5, 5.5-A, 1 Administrative Separation
Chapter 5, 5.5-B
a) There are written policies and procedures for the The facility will consider a youth’s emotional,
separation of youth for reasons that include, but are not X X mental and social development and possible
limited to, medical and mental health conditions, trauma when on administrative separation.
assaultive behavior, disciplinary consequences and Mental Health will be involved in transitioning
protective custody.
youth out of separated status.
b) Youth who are separated are not denied normal Chapter 5, 5.5-B
privileges available at the facility, except to accomplish X X
the objectives of the segregation.
c) When the objective of the separation is discipline, Title Chapter 5, 5.5, C
X X
15, Section 1390 shall apply.
d) A daily review of separated youth to determine whether Chapter 5, 5.5-A
separation remains necessary. X X Policy dictates a daily review; however, it is
actually done every shift according to unit logs.
1355 INSTITUTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND PLAN Chapter 5, 5.6-A Institutional Assessment and
Case Plan
Written policies and procedures require that assessments and
plans be developed within 40 days after admission, for youth The policy indicates a case plan shall be
who are held for a period of 30 days or more. The assessment developed within the first 20-25 days after a
and plan shall be documented. youth is detained. Long term detention youth and
youth committed to CVA have monthly updated
X X or modified plans depending on goals and
objectives. We reviewed 10 youths case plans,
each involved an update or re-assessment within
policy guidelines and in excess of regulation. It
was noted facility staff, the assigned PO, medical
and mental health staff meet weekly to discuss a
youth’s progress and to identify any further
service needs.
The assessment is a statement of the minor’s problems, which Chapter 5, 5.6-A, 1
includes: Identification of substance abuse history, education, X X
vocational, counseling, and family reunification needs.
The institutional plan for adjudicated and pre-adjudicated Chapter 5, 5.6-A, 2, a Pre-Adjudicated Youth
minors includes written documentation that provides for: Chapter 5, 5.6-C Post-Adjudicated Youth.
X X
a) Objectives and time frames for the resolution of
problems identified in the assessment; and,
b) A plan for meeting the objectives that includes a Chapter 5, 5.6-A, 2, b Pre-Adjudicated Youth
description of program resources needed and individuals X X Chapter 5, 5.6-C Post-Adjudicated Youth
responsible for assuring that the plan is implemented.
Subsequent to adjudication, the institution plan documents: Chapter 5, 5.6-C, 1
a) Periodic evaluation of progress towards meeting the Policy includes 30-day re-assessments for
objectives, including periodic review and discussion of X X committed youth. A treatment team meets
the plan with the youth; weekly to discuss youth due for a re-assessment
or to complete a release plan.
b) A transition or aftercare plan, subject to existing Chapter 5, 5.6-C, 2
resources, that is completed prior to the minor being The weekly meetings with agency partners
X X
released; and, include this component to ensure youth are
connected to services in the community.
c) Contact with the Regional Center for the Chapter 5, 5.6-C, 3
Developmentally Disabled, pursuant to Section 1413. X X
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1356 COUNSELING AND CASEWORK SERVICES Chapter 5, 5.7 Counseling and Casework Services
Chapter 5, 5.7-B, 1 and 2
Written policies and procedures ensure appropriate
counseling and casework services for all youth. Policies and
Policy and procedure direct an Institutional Case
procedures include:
Management Committee be responsible for
a) Assisting with personal problems or needs that may
completing the case plan and assessment as well
arise; X X as the 30, 60, and 90-day periodic review for
detention youth. Youth are counseled by youth
supervision staff ongoing each day and shift. We
were able to observe unit movements and
communication. Staff were engaged in the day to
day needs of each youth, beyond the regulation
for counseling and casework services.
b) Assisting the youth requesting contact with parents, Chapter 5, 5.7-B, 3
attorney, clergyman, probation officer, or other public X X
official; and,
c) Providing services as appropriate to the population Chapter 5, 5.7-B, 4-9
housed in the facility, and may include: substance abuse,
X X
family crisis and reunification, counseling, public health
and mental health services.
1357 USE OF FORCE Chapter 5, 5.8 Use of Force (UF)
Chapter 5, 5.8-J and K Chemical Agents
There are written policies and procedures for the use of force, We reviewed 11 Use of Force (UF) packets and
which may include chemical agents. read numerous incident reports involving
X X
behaviors and reactions in which staff were able
to diffuse a UF incident. Staff are engaged to
prevent UF where possible and when force was
used, it was compliant with policy and regulation.
Policy indicates that force is not applied as punishment, Chapter 5, 5.8-A
X X
discipline, or treatment.
There are policy statements that: Chapter 5, 5.8-B, 1-17 Definitions
a) Define the term “force” and address the escalation and Chapter 5, 5.8-D Provisions for UF
appropriate level of force, emphasizing the need to avoid X X
Chapter 5, 5.8-J, 2 (OC Spray)
the use of force whenever possible and using only that
force necessary to ensure the safety of minors and others;
b) Describe the requirements for staff to report the use of Chapter 5, 5.8-D, 10 (Stop inappropriate UF)
force and to take action to stop the inappropriate use of X X Chapter 5, 5.8-I, 8 (Report and document)
force;
c) Define the role, notification, and follow up procedures of Chapter 5, 5.8-D, 14 (UF Medical notification)
medical and mental health staff concerning the use of Chapter 5,5.9-A, 6-a (Wrap Medical)
X X
force; and Chapter 5,5.9-A, 10 (WRAP MH)
Chapter 5, 5.9-F, 7 (OC Medical)
d) Define the training that shall be provided and required Chapter 5, 5.8-C, 1-5 Training
for the use of force. Such training shall include, but not The facility has a significant initial training which
be limited to, known medical conditions that would captures all elements of this regulation as well as
contraindicate certain types of force; acceptable continuing updates to force, options and verbal
chemical agents; methods of application; signs or X X de-escalation skills. It is noted the temporary
symptoms that should result in immediate referral to JSO staff are provided PC 832 and OC Training.
medical or mental health staff; and, requirements of the
decontamination of chemical agents, if such agents are
utilized.
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Policies and procedures address: Chapter 5, 5.8
a) The types, levels, and application of force; Chapter 5, 5.9
documentation of the use of force; a grievance Both sections provide a comprehensive procedure
procedure; a system for investigation of the use of force to address all components of this regulation.
X X
and administrative review; and discipline for the
We reviewed 11 UF documents which reveal
improper use of force;
compliance to this regulation. The process
includes administrative review by the Chief
Deputy and Assistant Chief Probation Officer.
b) The specific use of physical, chemical agent, lethal, and Chapter 5, 5.9 Physical, Mechanical and OC
non-lethal force that may, or may not, be used in the X X Spray options at the facility.
facility;
c) The limitations regarding the use of force on pregnant Chapter 5, 5.8-D, 16
youth in accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) X X The policy states no UF will be used on known
and Welfare and Institutions Code Section 222; and, pregnant youth.
d) A standardized format, time period, and procedure for Chapter 5, 5.8-N Documentation and Reviews
reporting the use of force, including the reporting Officers must write a report by end of shift. The
requirements of management and line staff. report and video are reviewed by senior staff for a
X X
determination of sanctions. There is an
administrative review by the Supervising DPO,
CDPO and ACPO.
1358 USE OF PHYSICAL RESTRAINTS Chapter 5, 5.9 Physical Restraints
Note: The provisions of this regulation do not apply to the We reviewed all 16 use of restraint incidents for
use of handcuffs, shackles or other restraint devices when this cycle. Each was compliant with their policy
used to restrain youth for movement or transportation. and exceeded the necessary components of T15
X X regulations. The facility has 15.5 hours of
Written policies and procedures govern the use of restraint medical staff on site daily and if MH is not
devices. The policies address: available, on call is contacted, as well as the
facility Chief Deputy, for authorization to place
a youth in restraints.
a) known medical conditions that would contraindicate Chapter 5, 5.8-C, 1-3 Training
X X
certain restraint devices and/or techniques; Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 4 (WRAP)
b) acceptable restraint devices; Chapter 5, 5.9-A WRAP
Chapter 5, 5.9-B Protective Shield
Chapter 5, 5.9-C Ankle Restraints
X X
UF POLICY
Chapter 5, 5.8-B, 10 Security Restraints
Chapter 5, 5.8-B, 12 Full Restraints
c) signs or symptoms which should result in immediate Chapter 5, 5.8-D, 14 (Injury during UF Medical)
medical/mental health referral; Chapter 5,5.9-A, 6-a (Wrap Medical)
X X
Chapter 5,5.9-A, 10 (WRAP MH)
Chapter 5, 5.9-F, 7 (OC Medical)
d) availability of cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment; There are 2 AED’s on site, one in the West Unit
X X
and a portable one in the nurse’s office.
e) protective housing of restrained youth; Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 5-b
X X Youth are in a single occupancy room or moved
to holding at intake.
f) provision for hydration and sanitation needs; Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 11
Anytime a youth is placed in the WRAP, a
X X
WRAP log is initiated which prompts staff to
provide for both of these elements of regulation.
g) exercising of extremities. Anytime a youth is placed in the WRAP, a
WRAP log is initiated which prompts staff to
X X provide for this element of regulation. Policy
states a youth will not be in the WRAP for
longer than 30 minutes.
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Physical restraints are utilized only when it appears less Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 2 (WRAP)
restrictive alternatives would be ineffective in controlling the X X
disordered behavior.
Restraints are used only for those youth who present an Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 2 and 8 (WRAP)
immediate danger to themselves or others, who exhibit
behavior that results in the destruction of property, or reveals X X
the intent to cause self-inflicted physical harm. The
circumstances leading to the use of restraints are documented.
Youth are placed in restraints only with the approval of the Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 2 (WRAP)
facility manager or designee. The facility manager may X X
delegate authority to place a minor in restraints to a physician.
Reasons for continued retention in restraints are reviewed and Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 9 (WRAP)
documented a minimum of every hour. X X The policy states youth cannot be in the WRAP
for longer than 30 minutes.
A medical opinion on the safety of placement and retention is Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 4 (WRAP)
secured as soon as possible, but no later than two hours from If medical staff are not on duty, the policy states
the time of placement. The youth is medically cleared for the WRAP may not be used. If on duty, facility
continued retention at least every three hours after the initial staff consult with the medical staff prior to
medical opinion. placement in the WRAP.
X X
In each of the documents we reviewed, medical
staff were present during the entire placement of
the WRAP except for one incident, which
occurred after hours. The Chief Deputy provided
authorization and the time noted in the WRAP
was 13 minutes.
A mental health consultation to assess the need for mental Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 10 (WRAP)
health treatment is secured as soon as possible, but in no case The policy states youth cannot be in the WRAP
longer than four hours from the time of placement. for longer than 30 minutes without authorization
X X for continued restraint. We reviewed 16
incidents. Documentation revealed an extension
for 2 incidents (37 minutes and 51 minutes) was
authorized by medical staff and the SDPO.
Continuous direct visual supervision is conducted and Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 5 (WRAP)
documented to ensure that the restraints are properly X X
employed and to ensure the well-being of the youth.
Observations of the youth’s behavior and any staff Chapter 5, 5.9-A, 8 (WRAP)
interventions are documented at least every 15 minutes, with X X The policy requires documented checks every 10
actual time recorded. minutes.
All youth in restraint devices are housed alone or in a Depending on the situation, youth placed in the
specified housing area for restrained minors, with provisions X X WRAP are moved to holding in the intake area.
to protect the minor from abuse.
Restraints are not used as punishment, discipline, or as a Chapter 5, 5.9-C, 6
substitute for treatment. The affixing of hands and feet X X
together behind the back (hog-tying) is prohibited.
The use of restraints on pregnant minors is limited in Chapter 5, 5.8-A, 15
accordance with Penal Code Section 6030(f) and Welfare and X X This policy indicates no restraints are allowed to
Institutions Code Section 222. be used on known pregnant youth.
1359 SAFETY ROOM PROCEDURES The facility does not have a safety room;
therefore, the balance of this regulation is deleted.
X X
Written policies and procedures govern the use of safety
rooms, as described in Title 24, Part 2, Section 460A.1.13.
1360 SEARCHES Chapter 5, 5.10 Searches
X X
Written policies and procedures govern the search of youth,
the facility, and visitors.
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Searches are conducted to insure the safety and security of the Chapter 5, 5.10-K, 1
facility and to provide for the safety and security of the X X
public, visitors, youth, and staff.
Searches are not conducted for harassment or as a form of Chapter 5, 5.10-C and D
discipline or punishment. Searches are conducted in a manner
X X
that preserves privacy and dignity of the person being
searched.
Written procedures address each of the following: Chapter 5, 5.10-I, 1
a) Intake searches X X Chapter 5, 5.10 -M, 4
Chapter 5, 5.10-P Admission Searches
b) Searching youth who are returning from activities outside Chapter 5, 5.10-I, 1
X X
of the living unit, court, another facility, or visiting;
c) Facility searches; X X Chapter 5, 5.10-K, 2
d) Searches of visitors; and, X X Chapter 5, 5.10-J
e) Cross-gender supervision of searches. X X Chapter 5, 5.10-F
1361 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE Chapter 5, 5.11 Grievances
We reviewed 24 grievances, submitted by 9
There are written policies and procedures allowing any youth X X youth. Each was compliant with policy and
to appeal and have grievances resolved relating to any regulation.
condition of confinement.
The policies and procedures include: Chapter 5, 5.11-A
a) A grievance form and instructions that include provisions X X
for the youth to have free access to the form;
b) The option for youth to confidentially file the grievance Chapter 5, 5.11-G, 3 and 4
or deliver the form to any youth care supervision staff X X JSO II checks confidential box at end of each
working in the facility. shift.
c) Resolution of the grievance at the lowest appropriate Chapter 5, 5.11-B
staff level; X X Attempt to resolve by end of shift by staff
receiving grievance.
d) Provision for a prompt review and response to grievances Chapter 5, 5.11-E, F and G
within a specified time limit; First attempt of resolution by end of shift, or if
X X unable to resolve at that level, hearing within 2
days. If still unresolved, the youth will meet with
the CDPO within 3 days.
e) Youth may elect to be present to explain their version of Chapter 5, 5.11-G, 5, 6 and 7
the grievance to a person not directly involved in the X X Youth is allowed to participate in each phase of
circumstances that led to the grievance. the process.
f) Provision for a staff representative approved by the Chapter 5, 5.11-C
X X
facility administrator to assist the youth.
g) Provision for a written response to the grievance which Chapter 5, 5.11-G, 7
includes the reasons for the decisions; X X The grievance form is in triplicate with the
middle copy given to the youth.
h) A system which provides that any appeal of a grievance Chapter 5, 5.11-G, 6 and 7
shall be heard by a person not directly involved in the X X
circumstances which led to the grievance; and,
Concerns of parent, guardians, staff or other parties are Chapter 5, 5.11-G, 12
addressed and documented within a specified time frame, X X
whether or not those concerns are associated with a grievance.
1362 REPORTING OF INCIDENTS Chapter 5, 5.12 Reporting of Incidents
A written report of all incidents, which resulted in physical
harm, serious threat of physical harm, or death to an X X
employee or a youth of a juvenile facility, or other person(s),
is maintained. Such written records are prepared by staff and
submitted to the facility manager by the end of the shift.
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1363 USE OF REASONABLE FORCE TO Chapter 5, 5.13 UF for Collection of DNA
COLLECT DNA SPECIMENS, SAMPLES, The facility will return a youth to Court rather
IMPRESSIONS than forcibly collect a DNA sample. They have
never had to use force in the facility.
Pursuant to Penal Code Section 298.1, policy and
X X
procedures describe the use reasonable force to collect DNA
samples 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.
Policy and procedures address: Chapter 5, 5.13-B
a) Documentation of efforts to secure voluntary
compliance, including an advisement of the legal X X
obligation to provide the requisite specimen, sample or
impression and the consequences of refusal.
b) Documentation of supervisory knowledge of the above Chapter 5, 5.13-C
X X
and authorization to use force.
If the use of reasonable force includes cell extraction, the Chapter 5, 5.13-D
extraction shall be videotaped and retained by the
X X
department. (Consult with County Counsel regarding
statutes applicable to your department.)
1370 EDUCATION PROGRAM Chapter 6, 6.1 Education Programs
Chapter 6, 6.1-A
The County Board of Education provides for the The San Luis Obispo Office of Education
administration and operation of juvenile court schools in (SLOOE) provides continued high-quality
conjunction with the Chief Probation Officer or designee. opportunities and education for the students. On
Policies and procedures ensure communication and the day of the inspection, 8 of the 22 youth had
X X
coordination between educators and probation staff. graduated. Your school admin is seeking post-
secondary education and has vested in Edevo, a
tablet based educational and social tool to
provide incentive based education and recreation
options. We can attest to its value, especially
for your graduated pilot project youth.
Facility Manager shall request an annual review of the Chapter 6, 6.1-A
education program by the superintendent of schools. This An Education Evaluation required by this
annual review of each required element of the program from regulation was completed on February 22, 2018,
the Superintendent of Schools has been received along with a by DJ Pittenger, Assistant Superintendent of the
report or review checklist on compliance, deficiencies, and San Luis Obispo Office of Education.
corrective action needed to achieve compliance. This review X X
cannot be delegated to the site principal or other site staff
member. It can however be contracted to a qualified outside
agency. Upon completion, the facility manager will review
each item with the person designated by the school and take
any corrective action as needed
General Education Development preparation shall be made Chapter 6, 6.1-A, 9
X X
available to all eligible youth.
Supplemental instruction shall be afforded to youth who do Chapter 6, 6.1-A, 11
not demonstrate sufficient progress towards passing the X X The CASHEE is no longer a requirement.
CAHSEE as set forth in the ED Code.
The facility school program complies with the State Chapter 6, 6.1-A, 12
Education Code (Note: The Education Code currently The students attend school for 300 minutes four
requires a 240-minute school day.) Youth are delivered to X X days each week and 165 minutes on Wednesdays,
their educational program so as not to interfere with the time exceeding the mandatory 240 minutes per day.
afforded the minimum instruction day.
School discipline is integrated into the facility’s overall Chapter 6, 6.1-B, 1
behavioral management plan, with school staff advised of The facility and school programs are using PBIS,
administrative decisions that may affect the educational X X Positive Behavior Intervention Services, to
programming. address discipline and promote positive behavior
in the classroom.
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Expulsion/suspension follows the due process safeguards in Chapter 6, 6.1-B, 3 Suspensions
the education code, including the rights of students with X X The school site does not expel youth.
special needs.
Policies and procedures address the rights of any student who Chapter 6, 6.1-C and H
has continuing difficulty completing the school day. The use of PBIS has assisted with youth having
X X
difficulty in the classroom by promoting positive
behavior and incentive based programming.
There are provisions for individuals with special needs that Chapter 6, 6.1-C and I
include educational instruction for youth in high security or
other special units, compliance with applicable statutes for X X
special education, and, provision for non-English speaking
youth and those with limited English-speaking skills.
Youths are enrolled in school no later than three (3) days after Chapter 6, 6.1-I, 4
X X
admission.
The school conducts an educational screening and completes Chapter 6, 6.1-I, 5
X X
an education plan within 5 days.
If a youth is detained, the school requests the youth’s records Chapter 6, 6.1-I, 6
from his/her prior school to ensure that the educational plan is X X
appropriate.
1371 RECREATION AND EXERCISE Chapter 6, 6.2 Recreation and Exercise
Chapter 6, 6.13 Social Awareness Program
There are policies and procedures for recreation and exercise Chapter 6, 6.13-A Posting of Program Schedules
of youth with the intent to maximize the time youth are out of
their rooms/off their bunks.
You have a MOU with Restorative Partners, Inc.
to provide recreational and best practice
programming for the youth in both detention and
CVA. The vast and varied options provide
youth with opportunities to participate in Guitar;
Creative Writing; Yoga; Meditation; Chess; Art;
tutoring; and Street Law, which is a program run
X X by attorneys to help youth understand juvenile
law. This partnership provides structured
recreation and programming for your
population.
As for CVA, the structure and treatment focused
program involves the MH Family Care Network
with a UCCI Curriculum working as a
collaborative team with MH, Education staff and
facility staff, including a field PO. This
collaboration wraps services around the youth
for daily treatment and re-entry services.
There is the opportunity for a minimum of three hours of Chapter 6, 6.2-A
recreation, programs and exercise 3 hours a day during the The facility schedule articulates 3.5 hours on
week and five hours a day each Saturday, Sunday and other weekdays of programming, not including the
X X
non-school days. At least one hour shall be an outdoor LME offered through the school. On weekends
activity. and non-school days, the youth receive 7 hours of
programming, recreation and exercise.
The recreation and exercise schedule is posted in the living Chapter 6, 6.2-A and B
X X
units. The schedule is posted in each housing unit.
Recreation shall include the opportunity for at least one hour Chapter 6, 6.2-B, 1 and 2
of daily access to unscheduled activities such as reading,
X X
television, radio, music games etc. The activities are
supervised and include orientation and coaching of youth.
Programs shall include social awareness programs as outlined Chapter 6, 6.2-B. 5
X X
in Section 1378.
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All youth shall be provided with the opportunity for at least Chapter 6, 6.2-B, 6
one hour of large muscle activity each day. In addition to the one hour of LME via PE
X X
through the school, youth receive 2 hours of
activities, movement or exercise.
That one hour of exercise is suspended only upon a written Chapter 6, 6.2-B, 3
finding by the administrator/manager that the youth X X
represents a threat to the safety and security of the facility.
The administrator/manager may suspend for a period not to Chapter 6, 6.2-B, 10
X X
exceed 24 hours access to recreation and programs
1372 RELIGIOUS PROGRAM Chapter 6, 6.3 Religious Programs
Chapter 6, 6.3-A Onetime per week
The facility administrator provides access for voluntary Chapter 6, 6.3 -B Alternative programs
participation in religious services and/or religious counseling X X
at least once a week. A youth is allowed to participate in
other program activities if he/she elects not to participate in
religious programs.
Religious programs provide for: religious services, Chapter 6, 6.3-C, 1, 2 and 3
X X
availability of clergy, and availability of religious diets.
1373 WORK PROGRAM Chapter 6, 6.4 Work Programs
CVA youth can work outside the facility with
There are written policies and procedures for assigning youths Camp San Luis Obispo and the Son Care
to work programs, which are meaningful, constructive, and Foundation. Additionally, you have facilitated
X X
related to vocational training or increasing a youth’s sense of community service projects and volunteer work
responsibility. outside the facility, including the opportunity for
graduated youth to apply for a job and work
outside of the facility.
1374 VISITING Chapter 6, 6.5 Visiting
Chapter 6, 6.5-A Special Visits
There are written policies and procedures for visiting that X X The youth receive a minimum of 2 hours of
include provision for special visits. visiting each week, scheduled by the parent with
opportunities all 7 days at varied times.
Youths are allowed visits by parents, guardians, or persons Chapter 6, 6.5-B
standing in loco parentis, at reasonable times. Opportunity X X Chapter 6, 6.5-C (2 hours per week)
for visiting is at least two hours per week.
Visits are supervised, but conversations are not monitored Chapter 6, 6.5-C
X X
unless there is a security or safety need.
1375 CORRESPONDENCE Chapter 6, 6.6 Correspondence
X X
There are written policies and procedures for correspondence
which ensure:
a) There is no limitation on the volume of mail that youth Chapter 6, 6.6-B
X X
may send or receive;
b) Youth may send special mail and two letters per week Chapter 6, 6.6-C
postage-free; X X Youth may send one letter per day postage free,
exceeds regulation.
c) Youth may correspond confidentially with state and Chapter 6, 6.6-D
federal courts, any member of the State Bar or holder of
public office, and the Board of State and Community
X X
Corrections; however, authorized facility staff may open
and inspect such mail only to search for contraband and
in the presence of the youth; and,
d) Incoming and outgoing mail, other than confidential Chapter 6, 6.6-E
correspondence described above, may be read by staff
only when there is reasonable cause to believe facility X X
safety and security, public safety, or youth safety is
jeopardized.
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1376 TELEPHONE ACCESS Chapter 6, 6.7 Telephone Access
Youth receive 2 phone calls at admission. There
There are written policies and procedures to provide youth X X are phones in the unit and are collect call only.
with access to telephone communications. The youth can use this phone system as often as
time and programming permit.
1377 ACCESS TO LEGAL SERVICES Chapter 6, 6.9 Access to Legal Services
X X
Written procedures ensure the rights of minors to have access
to the courts and legal services include:
a) Access, upon request by the youth, to licensed attorneys Chapter 6, 6.9-C, 1
X X
and their authorized representatives;
b) Provision for confidential consultation with attorneys; Chapter 6, 6.9-C, 2
X X
and,
c) Unlimited postage paid legal correspondence and cost- Chapter 6, 6.9-C, 3
X X
free telephone access as appropriate.
1378 SOCIAL AWARENESS PROGRAM Chapter 6, 6.11 Social Awareness Programs
The SLOOE is very involved in educating and
The County Board of Education or the Chief Probation programming youth on relevant topics in the
Officer provides programs designed to promote social classroom and with graduated students. It is
awareness and reduce recidivism. The programs consider the noted the OE initiated Positive Behavior
X X
needs of male and female youth and may include: victim Intervention Services (PBIS) to promote positive
awareness; conflict resolution; anger management; parenting behavior and to work within the facilities
skills; appropriate gender specific programming; juvenile discipline structure with facility staff.
justice; self-esteem; building effective decision-making skills;
and, other topics that suit the needs of the youth.
The agency responsible for providing the programs conducts A Social Programs Review memo was completed
a written annual review to ensure that the program content is by Sister Theresa Harpin, with Restorative
current, consistent and relevant to the population. Partners, on April 2, 2018.
The facility staff and Restorative Partner
volunteers facilitate the following training:
Aggression Replacement Training (ART);
Substance Abuse Counseling and Education;
Transgender counseling; Pro-Social Sports and
X X
Games; Spiritual Counseling; Street Law;
Strength and Balance; Tutoring; Creative
Writing, Guitar; Library Project; Alternative
Violence Program (AVP); Meditation; Garden
Project; Chess Club; and Art.
Additionally, SLOMH provides individual and
small group counseling, as well as crisis
counseling and intervention.
1390 DISCIPLINE Chapter 7, 7.1 Discipline
Chapter 7, 7.1-B and C
There are written policies and procedures for the discipline of The facility utilizes a behavior management
minors that promote acceptable behavior. system with a varied and opportune system of
sanctions. Minor violations include Reflection
X X Time and writing exercises, as well as minimal
time out of programming. Major violations
involve non-Room Confinement and minimal
Room Confinement, depending on the violation
and youth response. All documentation for
discipline was well within regulation and fair.
Discipline is imposed at the least restrictive level that Chapter 7, 7.1-D
X X
promotes the desired behavior.
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TITLE 15 SECTION JH CVA N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS
Discipline does not include corporal punishment, group Chapter 7, 7.1-E
punishment, physical or psychological degradation or X X
deprivation of the following:
a) Bed and clothing; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
b) Daily shower, access to drinking fountain, toilet and Chapter 7, 7.1-E
X X
personal hygiene items, and clean clothing;
c) Full nutrition; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
d) Contact with parent or attorney; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
e) Exercise; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
f) Medical services and counseling; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
g) Religious services; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
h) Clean and sanitary living conditions; X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
i) The right to send and receive mail; and, X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
j) Education. X X Chapter 7, 7.1-E
There are established rules of conduct and disciplinary Chapter 7, 7.1-F
penalties to guide the conduct of youth. The rules and
penalties, which include both major violations and youth
violations, are simply and affirmatively stated and are X X
available to all youth. Provisions are made to provide
accessible information to youth with disabilities, limited
English proficiency or limited literacy.
1391 DISCIPLINE PROCESS Chapter 7, 7.2 Discipline Process
We reviewed 10 incidents of Due Process (DP),
There are written policies and procedures for the as well as case files, each articulating a fair and
administration of discipline that include: X X equitable outcome. The response by youth and
process used by staff were consistent but took
into consideration input from MH staff for the
best way to sanction a youth.
a) Designation of personnel authorized to impose discipline Chapter 7, 7.2-A
for violation of rules; JSO reports the behavior and proposed discipline
to the JSO III. The JSO III or Supervisor
evaluates the incident to determine all factors
leading to the incident (behavior, attitude,
circumstances) and determine if the incident
X X moves forward with a documented incident
report. The JSO completes the report and goes
over the report and sanction requested with the
youth. If the youth agrees with the facts and
proposed discipline, the youth will waive a
formal hearing. If the youth does not agree, the
matter goes to formal hearing.
b) Prohibiting discipline from being delegated to any youth; X X Chapter 7, 7.2-C
c) Definition of major and minor rule violations and their Juvenile Hall Rule Book
X X
consequences, due process requirements;
d) Minor rule violations may be handled informally by Chapter 7, 7.3-D Graduated Sanctions and
counseling, advising the youth of expected conduct or Documentation.
imposing a minor consequence. Discipline shall be X X
accompanied by written documentation and a policy of
review and appeal to a supervisor;
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TITLE 15 SECTION JH CVA N/A P/P REFERENCE - COMMENTS
Major rule violations may include withdrawal from group Chapter 7, 7.3-D, 6-10
activities for 24 hours or more or extension of time in Of the incidents we reviewed involving Due
custody. Major rule violations and the discipline process Process, it is significant to note the involvement
shall be documented and require the following: by staff, supervisors and Managers in the day to
day operations, including issuing discipline in a
X X
manner promoting the positives and educating
youth on the negative behaviors. Documentation
of these discussions, beyond the Due Process
form was noted and articulated responses with
youth.
a) Written notice of violation prior to a hearing; X X Chapter 7, 7.2-F, 1-a
b) Hearing by a person who is not a party to the incident; X X Chapter 7, 7.2-F, 2-a
c) Opportunity for the youth to be heard, present evidence Chapter 7, 7.2-F, 2
X X
and testimony;
d) Provision for minor to be assisted by staff in the hearing Chapter 7, 7.2-F, 2
X X
process; and,
e) Provision for administrative review. X X Chapter 7, 7.2-G
f) Violations that result in a removal from camp or Chapter 7, 7.2-F, 4a
commitment program, but not a return to court will
N/A X
follow the due process provisions in subsection (e)
above.
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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.
X
(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
X
older.
The facility has been approved to hold persons under the
X
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 X
facility) as outlined in the county’s application.
JUVENILE JUSTICE DELINQUENCY PREVENTION ACT MONITORING (JJDPA)
WIC 206 SEPARATE FACILITIES FOR WIC 300
MINORS
Violation
Dependent or neglected minors who are defined under X
Section 300 of the Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) are
held only in non-secure, separate and segregated facilities.
DETENTION OF STATUS OFFENDERS (WIC 601)
AND FEDERAL MINORS
X
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are held in the facility.
Status Offenders (WIC 601) are kept separate from Juvenile Violation
X
Delinquents (WIC 602)? (WIC 207[d]).
Federal Minors (ICE Holds or ORR Contract) are held in the
X
facility.
If yes to the above, the Monthly Report on the Detention of
X
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])
X
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 separated Violation
X
from minors.
Adult inmates from an adult facility (e.g. inmate workers or
Violation
“Scared Straight” programs) are not allowed in the facility in X
a manner that allows contact with minors.
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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITYCORRECTIONS - BIENNAL INSPECTION
JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE JUVENILE HALLS AND CAMPS
PRE-1998 PHYSICAL PLANT EVALUATION*
BSCC Code: 7539 7540
FACILITY NAME: San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Hall and Coastal Valley Academy FACILITY TYPE: JH and Camp
CONSTRUCTION/REMODEL DATE(S): 1981; 2007; 2010; 2016
IDENTIFY FACILITY PHYSICAL PLANT MODIFICATIONS SINCE 1992:
• Double bunks replaced in 2004; pilot project approved.
• Remodel of booking area completed in 2007; 2001 standards apply.
• Remodel of intake area completed in 2010; 2003 standards apply.
• JH Expansion: 20 beds added, 3 classrooms added, Gymnasium and Recreation Yard added; 2009 Standards apply.
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Elizabeth Gong DATE: April 25, 2018
ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
RECEPTION AREA (JH) A new booking area was added in 2007 and a new
Intake area was added in 2010.
A. Holding Rooms: X
1. Contain 15 square feet per minor;
2. Have sufficient seating to accommodate the rated
X
capacity based on floor space;
3. Provide access to water closets and wash basins at
X
a ratio of a 1:8; and
4. Provide access to drinking fountain. X
B. Provide access to telephone. X
C. Provide access to private room(s) for interviews. X
2001: Contains a weapons locker as specified in these
X
regulations. (2007 Addition)
2001: Provides access to a shower. (2007 Addition) X
2001: Provide staff access to hot and cold running water.
X
(2007 Addition)
Locked Holding Room (1.2) One holding room was added in 2007 and three
(2007 & 2010 Additions) holding rooms were added in 2010.
X
Contains a minimum of 15 square feet of floor area per
minor
Provides no less than 45 square feet of floor area X
Contains seating to accommodate all minors as specified in There is 48” of bench seating available in each
these regulations X holding room.
98: Provides access to a toilet, wash basin and drinking
fountain as specified in these regulations
03: Be equipped with a toilet, wash basin and drinking X
fountain unless a procedure is in effect to provide
access
Maximizes staff visual supervision X
03: Outward swinging or lateral sliding door required
X
Medical Examination Room (NA SPJH; 1.14)
(2007 Addition)
There is a minimum of one suitably equipped medical X
examination room in every juvenile facility. The
examination room provides the following:
Space for routine and emergency examinations that is
X
used for no other purpose;
* Issues on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15, Sections 4273 and 4223, and are applicable to juvenile halls, special purpose juvenile halls, camps and ranches.
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Privacy for minors; X
Lockable storage for medical supplies; X
Not less than 144 square feet floor space with no single
X
dimension less than seven feet;
Hot and cold running water; and, X
01: Smooth, non-porous, washable surfaces.
X
Pharmaceutical Storage (1.15) (2007 Addition)
There is lockable storage space for medical supplies and X
pharmaceutical preparations as specified by Title 15 § 1438.
CAPACITY (CAMP)
The maximum number of minors does not exceed 100 X
unless there is a certificate of compliance to expand
capacity up to 125 minors (WIC § 886 and 886.5).
LIVING UNITS (JH AND SPJH) 2016 Expansion: Addition of new unit with
increase of 20 beds, changes RC to 65.
X
A. Living units are designed to accommodate no more
than 30 minors and contain:
1. Showers at a ratio of 1:6; X
2. Washbasins at a ratio of 1:6; X
3. Water closets at a ratio of 1:6 or water closet and
X
one urinal for every 15 boys; and,
4. Access to a drinking fountain by minors and staff. X
B. Doors of each sleeping room have a view panel
(maximum of 144 square inches of shatter-proof glass
X
or plastic materials) that allows the visual supervision
of all parts of the room.
C. Hallways in the detention living units are at least eight
feet wide. If rooms are located on only one side, or if
X
room doors are staggered, hallways are at least six feet
wide.
SINGLE ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP) 2016 Expansion: Addition of new unit, Coastal
Valley Academy, increase of 20 beds to increase
X
Contain a minimum of 500 cubic feet of air space and 63 RC to 65. Each room is 77.7 (single) or 88.8
cubic feet of floor space. (ADA-2 single rooms).
DOUBLE ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
Contain a minimum of 800 cubic feet of airspace and 100
square feet of floor space.
DORMITORY SLEEPING AREAS (JH & CAMP)
X
Contain a minimum of 400 cubic feet of airspace and 50
square feet of floor space per minor.
LOCKED SLEEPING ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
Contain an individual or combination drinking fountain,
X
wash basin and toilet, unless a communication system or
procedure is in effect to give minor immediate access to
these fixtures.
* Issues on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15, Sections 4273 and 4223, and are applicable to juvenile halls, special purpose juvenile halls, camps and ranches.
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ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
PLUMBING FIXTURES (CAMP)
The following plumbing fixtures are adjacent to each
X
sleeping area:
A. Shower or bathtub at a ratio of 1:7;
B. Washbasins at a ratio of 1:10; X
C. Access to toilets at a ratio of 1:10 or toilet and one
X
urinal for every 15 boys; and,
D. Access to a drinking fountain. X
BEDS AND MATTRESSES (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
Beds and mattresses are: X
A. A least 30 inches wide and 76 inches long;
B. Spaced at least 36 inches apart and at least 12 inches A Pilot Project approved in 2004 allows beds to
off the floor; and, X be 29 ½ inches apart in 15 double occupancy
rooms.
C. Mattresses are made of a fire-retardant material. X
INTERVIEW ROOMS (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
X
A. There is one interview room for each detention unit in
juvenile halls and special purpose juvenile halls.
B. There is a private room suitably equipped for
X
conferences and interviews in each camp.
Confidential Interview Room (1.24) (2007 Addition) Three interview/visitation rooms were added in
2007, each measuring 60 square feet.
X
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
X
room for each 30 minors in JHs.
There is a minimum of one suitably furnished interview
room in each camp. X
LIGHTING (JH, SPJH & CAMP)
There are at least 50-foot candles of illumination at desk
X
level and, at night, there is a maximum illumination of two-
foot candles at bed level in individual and multiple
occupancy rooms.
ACADEMIC CLASSROOM (JH & CAMP) 2016 Expansion: Three new classrooms were
added, each are 726 square feet and can
Each classroom contains a minimum of 160 square feet with accommodate 20 students. If at maximum rated
X
a teacher's desk and work area, and a minimum of 28 square capacity (65), class can be held in the East, West
feet per student. Classrooms should be designed for no or Central dayroom due to them being
more than 15 students. grandfathered in under CYA regulations.
DINING SPACE (JH & CAMP) Youth eat at tables in the dayrooms.
X
There is a minimum of 15 square feet of space for each
person being fed at any given time.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SPACE (JH & CAMP) 2016 Expansion: The dayroom has 4726 Sq. ft.
A. There is indoor space consisting of at least 30 square
X
feet of clear space for each minor, which may be
included in a day room, a recreational building, or a
multipurpose space (gymnasium).
* Issues on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15, Sections 4273 and 4223, and are applicable to juvenile halls, special purpose juvenile halls, camps and ranches.
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B. There is outdoor and/or multipurpose (gymnasium)
space consisting of:
X
1. No less than the equivalent of 90' X 100' outdoor
and /or multipurpose space (gymnasium) for a
facility with a capacity of 40 or less.
2. No less than the equivalent of 90' X 100' hardtop The gymnasium and outside recreation area are in
area and 260 X 260' field area and/or multipurpose excess of 10,000 square feet.
space (gymnasium) for a camp with a capacity of X
more than 40, and a juvenile hall with a capacity
between 41 to 100 minors.
3. No less than the equivalent of two 90' X 100'
hardtop area and 260 X 260' field area and/or
multipurpose space (gymnasium) for a camp with X
a capacity of more than 40 and a juvenile hall with
a capacity in excess of 101 minors.
B. Lighting is adequate for security and evening
X
recreational activities in camps.
STORAGE SPACE (JH, SPJH & CAMP) Storage space was added in 2007 and 2010
additions: 3680 cubic feet of institution storage;
A. Each minor is provided 9 cubic feet of secure storage X 948.75 cubic feet of personal storage. Portable
space for personal clothing and belongings. storage is also used.
.
B. Camps shall have adequate space (12 square feet of
floor area is recommended) for bulk and activity X
storage equipment.
MULTIPURPOSE SPACE OR ROOM (SPJH)
There is a multipurpose space or room that provides space
X
for reception, dining, recreation, exercise and/or education.
This room contains a minimum of:
A. 30 square feet of clear floor space per minor in the
X
room;
B. 10 feet by 20 feet floor dimensions; and, X
C. 1600 cubic feet of air space with a minimum ceiling
X
height of eight feet.
Visiting Space (1.17) (2007 Addition) Three visiting/interview rooms were added in the
2007/2010 booking area remodel.
Visiting space is provided. X
Audio Monitoring System (1.22) (2007 & 2010
Additions)
There is an audio monitoring system capable of actuation by
the minor to alert staff in: safety rooms; locked holding
X
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.
* Issues on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15, Sections 4273 and 4223, and are applicable to juvenile halls, special purpose juvenile halls, camps and ranches.
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ARTICLE/SECTION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
Toilets/Urinals (2.1) (2007 & 2010 Additions)
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
X
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) (2007 & 2010 Additions)
Wash basins must provide hot and cold or tempered water
X
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.
Seating (2.8) (2007 & 2010 Additions)
Seating is designed for the level of security. When bench
seating is used, 18 inches of bench seating is allowed for X
each person.
Weapons Locker (2.9) (2007 & 2010 Additions) There is a weapons locker in the sally port.
Weapons lockers are located outside the security perimeter
X
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. X
Design Requirements (201(c)6) (2007 & 2010 Additions)
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.)
* Issues on this checklist are from the Pre-1998 Title 15, Sections 4273 and 4223, and are applicable to juvenile halls, special purpose juvenile halls, camps and ranches.
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BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS - BIENNIAL INSPECTION
JUVENILE HALLS, SPECIAL PURPOSE HALLS AND CAMPS
LIVING AREA SPACE EVALUATION
BSCC Code: 7539 7540
FACILITY: San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall and Coastal Valley Academy TYPE: JH RC: 65
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Elizabeth Gong DATE: April 25-27, 2018
ALL DIMENSIONS BASED ON CYA DATA UNLESS OTHERWISE DESIGNATED.
ROOMS EACH ROOM
Unit Room Applicable # Each Room Total Size (L x W x H) FIXTURES* COMMENTS
or
Designation Type Standards Rooms # Beds RC RC Square/Cubic Feet T U W F S
RECEIVING
109 Holding 2001 1 - (3) (3) 45 SQ FT 1 1 1 48” of bench seating available.
INTAKE
H1 Holding PRE-97 1 - (1) (1) 86 SQ FT. 1 1 1
H2 Holding 1998 1 - (1) (1) 86 SQ. FT 1 1 1 Former safety cell converted to holding.
H2, H3 Holding 2003 2 - (4) (8) 7’3”x10’9”x8’6” 1 1 1 78sf minus 5 sf for chase=73 sf total. 80” of seating
available. Previously known as rooms 202/203.
H5 Holding 2003 1 - (4) (4) 7’6”x12’7”x8’6” 1 1 1 85 sf minus 7 sf for chase=77.5 sf. 80” of seating
area (bed) Previously known as room 205.
NOTE: Each holding room is equipped with a bed utilized as a bench. There are 3 visiting rooms in Intake.
JUVENILE COURT
Youth Holding 2003 1 - (4) (4) 6’6”x10’9”6” 77” of bench seating. Dry room.
Adult Holding 2003 1 - (2) (2) 5’x11’ 1 1 1 36” of bench seating.
*T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit; If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
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ROOMS EACH ROOM
Unit Room Applicable # Each Room Total Size (L x W x H) FIXTURES* COMMENTS
or
Designation Type Standards Rooms # Beds RC RC Square/Cubic Feet T U W F S
CENTER
1-5 Single PRE-97 5 1 1 5 87 SQ FT 1 1 1 1 Dry Room:
6-10 Double PRE-97 5 2 2 10 101 SQ FT. 1 1 1 5 Dry Rooms
NOTE: Rooms 1-4 are wet rooms; Dayroom has a bathroom with 4 toilets, 4 washbasins, 4 showers and 1 drinking fountain.
EAST
1-5 Single PRE-97 5 1 1 5 86 SQ FT. 1 1 1 2 Dry Rooms
6-10 Double PRE-97 5 2 2 10 101 SQ FT. 1 1 1 5 Dry Rooms
NOTE: Rooms 3-5 are wet rooms; Dayroom has a bathroom with 4 toilets, 4 washbasins, 4 showers and 1 drinking fountain.
COASTAL VALLEY ACADEMY
1-5 Single PRE-97 5 1 1 5 86 SQ FT. 1 1 1 5 Dry Rooms
6-10 Double PRE-97 5 2 2 10 101 SQ. FT. 1 1 1 5 Dry Rooms
NOTE: All rooms are dry rooms; Dayroom has a bathroom with 4 toilets, 4 washbasins, 4 showers and 1 drinking fountain.
WEST - Open 10/2016
101,102, Single 2009 18 1 1 18 11.1 x 7 x 10 1 1 1 77.7 Sq. Feet minus 4.2 for chase. Total space 73.5
Sq. Feet. Irregular Shape.
105-120
103, 104 Single 2009 2 1 1 2 11.2 x 7.4 x10 1 1 1 82.88 Sq. Feet minus 3.6 for chase. Total space
ADA 79.28 Sq. Feet.
Dayroom 2009 4746 Sq. Ft. 5 3 regular showers, 2 ADA showers
*T = Toilets; U = Urinals; W = Wash Basins; F = Fountains; S = Showers in unit; If "Total RC" appears in brackets ( ), it is not part of the facility's rated capacity.
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