Rule 125-3-1-.04 - Inspections(1) Each Warden/Superintendent shall establish and maintain a program of regular inspections of all institutional facilities and equipment, including, but not limited to, confinement facilities, dormitories, cell houses, mess facilities, work shops, storage areas, recreational facilities, etc. Inspections shall encompass security, safety, sanitation and appearance. Additionally, such regular inspections shall be augmented by frequent irregular and unannounced spot or special inspections to detect and correct deficiencies at the earliest possible time.(2) As a minimum, the following inspections shall be made:(a) At least weekly general inspections of the entire institution.(b) At least once a day, on an irregular schedule, all cells, bars, locks, windows, security doors, and other security facilities shall be thoroughly and carefully inspected to assure that they have not been tampered with and are in good condition. A written report of the inspection, including appropriate recommendations for correction of deficiencies discovered, will be submitted to the Warden/Superintendent by the inspector. The Warden/Superintendent will take whatever action is required to correct reported deficiencies in a timely manner. A copy of each of these reports and record of corrective action shall be maintained in the institutional files for a period of not less than two (2) years and made available to the State Board of Corrections Inspection Service personnel during their visits to the institution.(3) Correctional Officers and institutional employees will be trained and encouraged to observe and report unusual conditions, events, deficiencies, or defects and suggest modifications for improvement in effectiveness of institutional facilities, equipment, and/or operations.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 125-3-1-.04
Ga. Constitution 1983, Art. XI, Sec. I, Par. (b); Ga. L. 1956, pp. 161, 170; 1969, p. 598; 1956, pp. 161, 171; 1956, pp. 161, 174 (O.C.G.A. 42-2-11); Ga. L. 1964, pp. 491, 492; 1970, pp. 318, 319 (O.C.G.A. 42-5-53).
Rule, entitled "Inspections," filed 55 Rule 415-3-1-.04 on November 14, 1984; effective December 4, 1984, renumbered as Rule 125-3-1-.04. Filed June 28, 1985; effective July 20, 1985, as specified by the Agency.