103 CMR, § 477.06
Avocation - Any activity authorized by the Commissioner or his designee, which allows an inmate to use his leisure time and skills for pleasure and/or hobby. This activity shall normally take place only after an inmate has completed his regular work assignment.
Avocation Area - Any area designated for avocation purposes. Each avocation and avocation area must be authorized by the Commissioner or his designee.
Avocation Materials - Any equipment, goods, or tools furnished by an inmate for use in the operation of that inmate's avocation.
Avocation Officer - The security staff person selected by the superintendent or his designee to supervise, monitor, and report on the avocation program(s).
Commissioner - The Commissioner of the Department of Correction.
Department - The Department of Correction.
Superintendent - The chief administrative officer of a correctional institution.
103 CMR, § 477.06