Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

52050.23.5 Health and Safety Concerns

• The inmate may be subjected to an x-ray examination in accordance with DOMDepartment Operations Manual, Section 52050.21 prior to their placement on CSW, and then again, thereafter, when it is determined to be necessary by the Chief Medical Executive (CME) or a physician. During the course of the CSW, if for any reason custodial staff observes a decline in the inmate’s health, or it is believed that the inmate’s health is affected by the concealed contraband, medical personnel shall be immediately contacted to conduct an assessment of the inmate’s condition. In a medical emergency situation, the CME may authorize a physician to perform an intrusive search and remove the contraband in accordance with DOMDepartment Operations Manual Section 52050.19 and CCRCalifornia Code of Regulations, Title 15, Section 3287 (b)(5).

• In the event a CSW inmate is transferred to an outside medical facility, notification shall be given to the Warden or CDW (during business hours) or the AODAdministrative Officer of the Day (during non-business hours). In cases where the CSW inmate is admitted to an outside medical facility, the institution shall notify the respective AD within one business day of the admission.

• Personal hygiene is an essential tool to maintain a healthy environment within an institutional setting and therefore each institution shall establish a process in which a CSW inmate is given the opportunity to wash (soap and water) his/her hands after each use of the restroom, prior to eating a meal, or when necessary to ensure appropriate hygiene. Running water may be substituted with a portable alternative such as a hand basin filled with water. During the periods in which an inmate is allowed to wash his/her hands, staff must take care to prevent the inmate from disposing of any contraband.

• Isolated Setting Hygiene – The CSW isolated setting/cell’s cleanliness must be appropriately maintained while the inmate is on CSW.