They scooted through the facility, shouting orders and looking for inmates to shuffle outside to the recreation area. Once the officers cleared the building, a Texas Tech medical team entered to administer first aid to injured inmates. The handcuffs were really long plastic ties. The blood was well applied make up. In less than 30 minutes, the simulated riot ended.
Training exercise provides hands-on education.
We'll talk about what went right and wrong, and what to do differently if something bad really happens. About 60 officials controlled the riot, while approximately 70 correctional officers acted as inmates. Texas Tech medical personnel brought 11 nurses to practice administering first aid. I believe it makes you better prepared. During the staged riot, Arellano chased down Jack Borden, another correctional officer who participated in the event.