- N. Y. suspends parts of HALT Act as corrections officers strike
By Diane Pineiro-Zucker Daily Freeman, Kingston, N Y NEW YORK — New York’s top corrections official declared a “prison-wide state of emergency” Thursday and temporarily suspended parts of the HALT Act — which limits the use of solitary confinement — in response to a wildcat strike by corrections officers statewide In a press release Thursday, Daniel F Martuscello III
- N. Y. fires over 2,000 corrections officers as prison strike ends after . . .
N Y fires over 2,000 corrections officers as prison strike ends after 22 days New York will keep key provisions of its agreement to end the strike, including HALT Act adjustments and mail screening, despite falling short of the 85% return-to-work threshold
- Corrections News
Corrections News Corrections news is essential for the correctional facility workforce, providing up-to-date information on developments, policy changes, and emerging trends in the penitentiary system This directory offers articles that help staff stay current on issues affecting their work environment, inmate management, and facility operations
- Corrections Training
Corrections Training Corrections training is essential for equipping staff with the skills and knowledge to manage inmates effectively and maintain facility security This directory offers articles on various training programs, techniques, and best practices within the correctional system Proper corrections training ensures that officers are prepared to handle the challenges of their roles
- Cell phones in corrections: Navigating the tightrope of security and . . .
Balancing risks with productivity in corrections Productivity and distraction are the double-edged sword of cell phones inside correctional facilities Despite the risks, staff cellphone use can increase productivity and may be a factor in the current issue of recruitment and retention
- How corrections officers can master compassion and control
Working in corrections is a challenging profession that balances safety, security and an unexpected, yet crucial element, compassion Every day, correctional professionals face individuals with difficult and often tragic backgrounds This interaction presents an opportunity to make a positive impact but also requires setting firm boundaries to avoid crossing from a helping role into personal
- News, Training, Products for Corrections Officers
The latest breaking news, products, jobs and more for corrections officers, sheriffs, probation parole professionals
- Corrections officers union warns of safety risks as Pa. moves to close . . .
Corrections officers union warns of safety risks as Pa moves to close prisons The state plans to close SCI-Rockview and Quehanna Boot Camp; every staff member at the two prisons would be “guaranteed an offer of a job” at their current pay elsewhere
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