El Dorado County Grand Jury • 2000-2001

Criminal Justice (jail Reports)*

Published: November 29, 2000 10 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 14 findings

F1
There was a lack of standardization of uniform and identifying insignia worn by correctional officers, deputies, and civilian employees. This creates confusion between sworn and unsworn personnel and does not provide a professional image.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
A clothing standard should be adopted for a consistent and professional appearance of all employees.
F2
The laundry and shower areas were clean.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
The medical room was clean, organized, and well stocked. Licensed medical staff was on duty twenty-four hours a day.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
Inmate personal property was properly handled.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
There was a lack of cleanliness, especially in the receiving dock area.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
Increased attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the jail.
F6
Bagged lunches and loose fruit were temporarily stored on the floor prior to being distributed to the inmates.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
Carts or tables should be provided for food storage prior to distribution.
F7
There was inadequate control of kitchen knives, which were stored in an unsecured drawer to which all kitchen inmate workers had ready access.
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
Better control of knives should be implemented. An inventory procedure should be maintained. Responses Required for Findings
F8
The medical facilities within the Jail have been expanded to provide a better level of service to the inmates. A full-time duty nurse is provided under the medical service contract.
No recommendations for this finding
F9
One of the outdoor recreation areas was shut down for repair.
No recommendations for this finding
F10
The ceiling and floor of the food freezer were not clean.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
Increased attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the jail.
F11
Both control room doors were open because the area was too warm.
No recommendations for this finding
F12
Males and females used common facilities at different schedules.
No recommendations for this finding
F13
Work orders have been issued for Findings 4, 5, and 8.
No recommendations for this finding
F14
This Grand Jury, in common with several previous Grand Juries, finds that the current facility is inadequate for its intended use.
No recommendations for this finding

Commendations 1

No Responses Found 2

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El Dorado County Board of Supervisors Elected County Office
El Dorado County Sheriff Elected County Office

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