Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

52110.5 Responsibility for Manned Aircraft

• Each Warden or designee shall:

  • Coordinate and implement communication with outside agencies to ensure a clear understanding of departmental policy regarding air traffic needs, emergency response and escape procedures.

  • Develop or refine mutual aid agreements with local law enforcement or other airborne units.  These units may assist in prevention of escapes, identification of unauthorized aircraft in the vicinity, and give airspace protection during a critical incident or major disturbance.

  • Identify and clearly mark a helicopter landing area for emergency landings, rescue flights, or public official visits.  The landing site shall be outside the security area and, if possible, within the coverage of an armed post.

  • Establish supplemental procedures for notification or reporting violations of airspace and specify the contact person for notification and coordination with other agencies.

  • Ensure that updated post orders are available to all armed posts informing them of the policy concerning airspace control, including use of firearms, emergency landings, attempts to escape, authorized low altitude flyovers and emergency rescue.

  • Ensure that all staff and inmates are informed by written or verbal notice of the policy regarding air traffic.  Warning signs shall be posted as necessary.