Chapter 4 – Information Technology

47040.5 Audio‑Video Monitoring Stations

• The AVSS is capable of being monitored from designated areas within the institution as determined by the Hiring Authority. Staff generally monitor the AVSS on a periodic basis or in response to a specific incident. The AVSS may not be monitored continuously. Staff shall utilize their personal alarm device, whistle, telephone, or radio to summon additional staff if assistance is needed.

• Upon notification of potential criminal or improper activity in a particular location, the hiring authority, facility supervisor or manager, Investigative Services Unit (ISUInstitution Services Unit), or other designated staff may review information obtained from the AVSS in conjunction with its review of such activity.

• The viewing of live or review of recorded video shall not be used for routine supervision of staff. For example, audio, video, or both forms of recording technology will not be used to monitor staff’s arrival or departure from the job site. However, if during the review of audio, video, or both forms of recording technology, staff misconduct is identified, the video recording can be used as part of the disciplinary process, inquiries, administrative investigations, or criminal investigations. Stored audio, video, or both forms of recording technology shall not normally be used to identify whether or not previous similar behavior occurred. However, when information is received alleging staff misconduct occurred on prior occasions or over an expressed period of time, the AVSS recordings during the expressed timeframe may also be reviewed.