Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

52050.23.7 Voluntary Bowel Movement

• When the inmate requests to have a bowel movement, the custodial staff assigned to CSW shall:

  • Request additional custody staff coverage. Only a staff member(s) of the same gender as the inmate shall monitor the bowel movement.

  • Provide the inmate with toilet paper and a portable toilet, or use of the previously lined toilet in the isolated setting.

  • Remove the necessary restraint gear to allow the inmate the ability to facilitate his/her bodily functions.

  • Once the inmate has completed the bowel movement, the portable toilet or toilet liner shall be immediately retrieved or removed and the inmate will be re-secured in the restraint equipment.

  • Using a tongue depressor or probe, the fecal matter shall be searched for any contraband. The assisting custody staff member shall maintain constant supervision of the inmate while the assigned Correctional Officer completes the search.

  • The presence or absence of contraband shall be documented per institution procedure and on the inmate’s CDC Form 114A.

  • If contraband is discovered, the contraband shall be processed as evidence in accordance with institution procedures, and documentation of the contraband shall be completed in accordance with DOMDepartment Operations Manual, Section 51030, Crime/Incident Reports, and a Rules Violation Report shall be completed.