The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Closure." The temporary or permanent shutdown of a public safety facility that results in the loss or reassignment of employment and the cessation or relocation of primary operations for any period longer than 180 days.
"Political subdivision." A county, city, borough, town, township or school district.
"Public entity." The Department of Corrections or the Pennsylvania State Police.
"Public safety facility." A State correctional institution operated by the Department of Corrections or a station operated by the Pennsylvania State Police.
35 P.S. § 10272