Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

51020.12.1 Controlled Use of Force Without Extraction

• Not all controlled use of force situations are conducted to remove an inmate from a cell or other location. Controlled use of force may also be used to administer medications (PCPenal Code 2602), provide medical treatment, or to complete mandated testing (i.e., TBTuberculosis testing, DNA, etc.) When circumstances are such that a controlled use of force is considered within a cell, on-duty health care staff shall ensure medical authorization for the involuntary medication exists. Health care staff shall also consult with the treating psychiatrist, primary care provider or mid-level provider, if available, to verify the current and critical need for involuntary medication or treatment. If the treating psychiatrist, primary care provider or mid-level provider is not available, the physician or psychiatrist on call shall be consulted. Health care staff shall advise the Incident Commander of such prior to the application of controlled use of force procedures. In these circumstances a controlled use of force team may enter the cell, physically restrain the inmate while medications/treatment are administered, and exit the cell.

• The Incident Commander shall determine what, if any, safety equipment to be utilized (as identified in 51020.12.2). The decision shall be based on the totality of circumstances to include, but not be limited to:

  • The inmate’s current demeanor (passive resistance vs. physical aggression).

  • Prior incidents toward staff.

  • The inmate’s actions during prior controlled use of force incidents.

  • Current medical health.

  • Current mental health.

  • Specific purpose of the controlled use of force.

• These incidents shall be video recorded; therefore, a video camera with backup videotape or media and backup batteries is required.