Yolo County Grand Jury • 2015-2016

Yolo County Sheriff’s Office Detention Facility Review

Published: September 18, 2015 12 pages

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Findings and Recommendations 6 findings

The Grand Jury found hazards regarding emergency egress practices.

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By September 1, 2016, instruct all staff in writing that all emergency exits must be free from impediments at all times.

Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) are not properly maintained.

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By September 1, 2016, all SCBAs must be fully operational. Defective or inoperable SCBA units shall be removed and replaced. Staff must be educated and trained as necessary to ensure SCBAs are operable and secure.

The Grand Jury found poor housekeeping of dental/medical exam rooms and equipment.

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By September 1, 2016, all medical equipment and offices must be cleaned and sanitized to regulated industry standards. Procedures shall be put into place to ensure maintenance and cleanliness is sustained.

Unlabeled chemical containers were improperly stored in the dental exam room.

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By September 1, 2016, all chemicals must be safely secured, labeled, and with the proper Safety Data Sheets on file. Safety Data Sheets must be accessible to staff.

There is no onsite person charged with overseeing the health and safety of the entire facility.

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By January 1, 2017, YCSO should employ or designate a qualified health and safety officer/industrial hygienist to be responsible for the operation, equipment, and training of personnel, to ensure a comprehensive health and safety program.

Discrepancies in the Inmate Grievance procedure demonstrate a lack of serious attention to resolving inmate grievances by the Detention staff. 4

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By January 1, 2017, a comprehensive policy, including staff training and an updated inmate handbook, shall be in place to ensure that complete processing and proper attention is given to inmate grievances. This shall include a form that matches both staff and inmate procedures.

Additional Recommendations 1

These recommendations are not explicitly linked to specific findings.

R7

By September 1, 2017, properly secure all medical records. All medical staff and practitioners shall receive training on the security of HIPAA information. All medical file cabinets must be equipped with an operable lock.

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Yolo County Sheriff Response to 2015-2016 Grand Jury

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