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New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.6 - Sleeping rooms; new and renovated facilities

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The sleeping areas of new or renovated detention facilities shall be provided by individual sleeping rooms which shall contain a minimum of 70 square feet of floor space, or double-occupancy sleeping rooms with a minimum of 100 square feet of floor space. No more than 20 percent of the capacity of new or renovated facilities shall be provided by double-occupancy sleeping rooms. Rooms shall not be approved for more than two occupants.
1. In new or renovated detention facilities, one of every eight sleeping rooms on each resident wing, including the intake, discipline, and medical units, shall be equipped with a stainless steel toilet and washbasin combination unit.
i. All toilet and washbasin combination units shall be tamper-proof, suicide resistant, and designed specifically for detention facilities.
ii. These units shall be fastened securely to the wall and floor.
iii. Hot water shall be thermostatically controlled.
iv. Push-button faucets shall be used for limited flow.
v. It is recommended that floor drains with tamper-proof grills be installed close to plumbing facilities.
vi. There shall be no exposed plumbing pipes. Plumbing traps and shutoff valves shall be located outside the rooms, inaccessible to the juveniles.
vii. Only recessed-type toilet tissue holders shall be utilized.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.7 - Bathing and toilet facilities

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(a) Shower rooms and general toilets shall be located near sleeping rooms and recreation areas, and provide privacy, be kept clean, and be maintained in good repair.
(b) At least one shower shall be provided for each six juveniles. For detention facilities without individual toilets and washbasins in the sleeping rooms, at least one toilet shall be provided for each six juveniles, and at least one washbasin for every four juveniles. Urinals may be substituted for up to one-half of the toilets in male housing units and each urinal shall be counted as one-half of a toilet unit.
(c) In new and renovated facilities, a bathtub, preferably in the medical area, shall be provided for residents with medical problems which make the use of a shower impractical.
(d) In new and renovated facilities, all resident bathrooms shall be equipped with a stainless steel toilet and washbasin. In existing facilities, any non-stainless steel toilet or washbasin requiring replacement, shall be replaced with a stainless steel toilet or washbasin.
(e) Bathtubs and showers shall be equipped to prevent slipping.
(f) Unbreakable mirrors, at proper levels and easily accessible to all juveniles, shall be provided in the bathrooms.
(g) All fixtures and hardware in shower rooms and bathrooms shall be suicide-resistant and approved for use by the Commission.
(h) Handicapped accessible shower facilities for residents, and toilets for visitors, staff and residents shall be provided in compliance with State and Federal laws.
(i) All air vent grilles in shower rooms and bathrooms shall be designed to prevent suicide hanging attempts. Prototypes of all such grilles proposed for use shall be submitted to the Commission for review and approval.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.8 - Kitchens

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(a) Kitchens shall be clean, well lighted, properly ventilated, in compliance with all local health ordinances and provided with essential and proper equipment for the preparation and/or serving of food for the number of persons to be served. Adequate storage, refrigeration, and freezer facilities shall be available.
(b) The kitchen area shall be convenient to the dining room. If the food is prepared outside of the facility, provision shall be made at the point of source for transporting prepared food and keeping it at proper temperatures.
(c) The kitchen and food storage areas shall be in compliance with the applicable rules at N.J.A.C. 8:24.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.9 - Dining areas

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(a) Dining areas shall be provided which are attractively furnished and have ample space between tables.
(b) In new facilities, the dining area shall provide a minimum of 15 square feet of floor space for each juvenile who would occupy this area at one time.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.10 - Indoor recreational areas

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(a) Activity or recreational areas shall be provided in each detention facility. Activity or recreational areas include such areas as day rooms, gymnasiums, quiet rooms or libraries, and arts and crafts rooms. Comfortable chairs, tables, books, games, radio and television shall be available for general relaxation and entertainment.
(b) In new or renovated facilities, each housing unit shall have its own day room. Day rooms shall provide a minimum of 35 square feet of space per resident (exclusive of lavatories, showers and toilets) for the maximum number of residents who use the day room at one time. The area shall meet the recreational and quiet-time needs of its residents and be designed to be acoustically pleasing with comfortable seating and surroundings.
(c) In new facilities, a minimum 3,500 square foot gymnasium, exclusive of storage areas, offices, bathrooms, or locker rooms, shall be provided. The gymnasium shall have a minimum clear ceiling height of 20 feet.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.11 - Outdoor recreational areas

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(a) An outdoor activity area shall be provided. The site shall include a level, properly drained, minimum 200 feet by 200 feet outdoor recreational area adjacent to the building, enclosed by a security fence which does not reflect a punitive environment. The area shall be designed for full visual surveillance, with no part of the area behind a building, wall, or opaque projection.
(b) In new facilities or renovation projects which include the fencing, the vertical portion of the security fence surrounding the outdoor recreational area shall be at least 12 feet high and equipped with a four foot outrigger curved or angled at 45 degrees inward with non-climbable fencing attached to the underside of the outrigger. Non-climbable fencing shall also be attached to the top of the 12 foot vertical fence and extend four feet down. The installation of razor ribbon and/or barbed wire is prohibited in the outdoor recreation areas of juvenile detention facilities.
(c) Plans for the construction of new fences, or for upgrading existing fences, shall be submitted to the Commission for review and approval in accordance with (a) and (b) above.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.12 - Schoolrooms

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(a) Classrooms, designed in cooperation with public school authorities, shall be provided. Classrooms shall be designed and/or utilized for no more than 12 students. A chalkboard or other board, a bulletin board and shelf space for exhibits, comfortable student desks and/or other work surfaces, closet space for teachers' belongings, school supplies, and temporary storage of juveniles' work shall be provided.
1. Classrooms in new detention facilities shall provide a minimum of 40 square feet of floor space per student.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.13 - Office, reception and visiting areas

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) On-site office space, adequate to permit the efficient, businesslike operation of the program and related services, shall be provided. Space and equipment shall be provided for the safekeeping and privacy of essential records. This space shall be provided outside of the resident areas.
(b) Reception space for the orderly intake and release of juveniles shall be provided.
(c) In new facilities, a secure vehicular sally port shall be provided.
(d) In new facilities, the reception/admission area shall include:
1. Toilet and shower facilities;
2. Clothing issue and storage space;
3. Interview space; and
4. A dedicated area to provide for medical screening.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.14 - Medical facilities

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(a) Each detention facility shall provide a room or rooms for medical examinations, nurse's office, first aid, and other treatment. The room or rooms shall be adequately furnished and equipped to exclusively fulfill these functions. Access to the medical office by non-medical personnel shall be limited, and when necessary, strictly controlled and supervised by the nursing or medical staff, except during a fire or other emergency in the medical office.
(b) A locked storage space for medicines, inaccessible to juveniles, shall be provided for the storage of all medical supplies and drugs recommended by the detention facility's physician. All narcotics or controlled substances, that is, schedule II through V drugs, shall be stored in a double locked metal container, that is, a locked box within another locked box, or a locked box inside a locked closet or drawer. Access to this container shall be limited to the physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, registered professional nurse or licensed practical nurse only. Medication assistance staff shall have access only to the medications set aside by the medical staff to be dispensed on individual shifts at prescribed times.
(c) First aid kits, splint kits, and instructions for emergency medical treatment shall be readily available to all staff.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 4 - PHYSICAL STANDARDS › Section 13:92-4.15 - Storage areas

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Ample current and stock storage space shall be provided. In addition, individual storage space shall be provided for storing juveniles' personal clothing and belongings removed during the intake process.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 5 - INTAKE AND ADMISSION; ELECTRONIC MONITORING PROGRAMS › Section 13:92-5.2 - Eligibility for admission

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(a) Only juveniles charged with delinquency and meeting the criteria for placement in detention provided for in 2A:4A-34(c)  are eligible for admission.
(b) Juveniles alleged to be in a juvenile-family crisis, as defined in 2A:4A-22(g), shall not be admitted to any detention facility.
(c) Juveniles charged with less serious delinquent offenses who do not meet the criteria for placement in detention, but meet the criteria for placement in shelter care shall not be admitted to any detention facility and shall be referred to the appropriate shelter facility approved by the Department of Human Services.
(d) Any juvenile showing signs of severe emotional disturbance, severe intoxication by alcohol or drug usage, or who is obviously in need of medical attention shall not be admitted to a detention facility unless examined by a physician and approved for admission.
1. Those juveniles not approved for admission by a physician shall be referred and transferred to an appropriate medical or mental health facility or detoxification facility, if available.
2. Working agreements shall be established with local hospitals for the purpose of identifying the detention facility's custody procedures for hospital visits and for allowing hospital security to prepare a non-public area for a juvenile's arrival and stay.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 5 - INTAKE AND ADMISSION; ELECTRONIC MONITORING PROGRAMS › Section 13:92-5.3 - Intake and admission procedures

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(a) When it becomes necessary to place a juvenile in detention the following intake and admission procedures shall be adhered to:
1. In accordance with R. 5:21-2(b) of the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey, "At any time between the filing of the complaint and the disposition, the judge may order the release of the juvenile from detention ... and fix the terms of such release pursuant to 2A:4A-34(d)."
i. The detention facility shall maintain a written record of the efforts made to contact an appropriate adult custodian.
ii. Each detention facility shall have staff trained and authorized to make such contacts with appropriate adult custodians and effectuate release of juveniles to such persons on a 24-hour per day basis.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 5 - INTAKE AND ADMISSION; ELECTRONIC MONITORING PROGRAMS › Section 13:92-5.4 - Electronic Monitoring Programs

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(a) A detention facility may administer an electronic monitoring program, meaning a program in which designated juveniles live in the community and are monitored by electronic monitoring devices. In such case, the facility shall submit an Electronic Monitoring Procedures Manual to the Commission that:
1. Identifies the program's target population; and
2. Sets forth standards and procedures for both initial placement in and removal from the program.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 6 - RECORDS AND REPORTS › Section 13:92-6.1 - Intake information

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(a) In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:92-5.3, Intake and admission procedures, the detention staff (preferably a member of the social work staff) shall obtain from the newly admitted juvenile, the law enforcement officers and the parents, if possible, pertinent factual and identifying information including:
1. Name (and nickname), sex, date of birth, age, date and time of admission, and person recording data;
2. Religion, race;
3. Name, address, phone number, and relationship to juvenile of person with whom juvenile was living at time of admission;
4. Name, address, and phone number of father, mother, or resource family parent, if different from above;
5. Name, address, and phone number of person to notify in an emergency;
6. Names, ages and sex of siblings;
7. School attended, grade, and employer, if any;
8. Name, address and phone number of person/agency bringing juvenile to detention facility, and name of person (Family Court or intake worker) authorizing placement;
9. Reason for apprehension of juvenile and attempts made to contact an appropriate adult custodian;
10. Dates and lengths of stay of previous admissions and releases; and,
11. Medical history, psychiatric history, chronic conditions, past serious illnesses, allergies, special diet, and drug history.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 6 - RECORDS AND REPORTS › Section 13:92-6.2 - Individual case records

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(a) Individual case folders shall be maintained for each juvenile admitted to the detention facility. These folders shall include, but not be limited to, the following records:
1. Intake information;
2. Medical reports;
3. Social service worker's reports;
4. Incident and accident reports;
5. Progress or status reports;
6. All available court related documents;
7. A record of the names of all persons authorized to visit the juvenile, as well as the names of those individuals not authorized to visit and the reason(s); and
8. Copies of any grievance(s) filed by the juvenile, if any, and the resolution.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 6 - RECORDS AND REPORTS › Section 13:92-6.3 - Master log book

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(a) In addition to intake information maintained for each juvenile's folder, the following information shall be recorded in a master log book which denotes admissions chronologically:
1. Name, age, race, and sex of the juvenile;
2. Date of admission;
3. Alleged criminal charge(s) specifying the actual offense(s) such as theft, burglary or assault;
4. Referring agency;
5. Municipality of the juvenile's residence;
6. Number of previous admissions;
7. Date of discharge;
8. Total number of days at the facility; and,
9. To whom or to which agency the juvenile was discharged.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 6 - RECORDS AND REPORTS › Section 13:92-6.4 - Medication log

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(a) A medication log shall be maintained for those situations where juveniles are administered medication. The following information shall be recorded each time a juvenile is given medication:
1. The name of the juvenile;
2. The date and time the medication is given;
3. The name and type of medication;
4. The dosage of medication;
5. The reason for the medication;
6. The name and position of the person authorizing the medication; and
7. The name and position of the person administering the medication.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 6 - RECORDS AND REPORTS › Section 13:92-6.5 - Documentation of room restriction

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(a) In accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 13:92-7.4, Room restriction, whenever a juvenile is removed from the group or ongoing program and temporarily restricted to his or her sleeping room or other designated room, prior to the end of the shift on which the restriction occurred, all pertinent information, including, but not limited to, the following shall be documented and available for review:
1. The name of the juvenile, race, gender, and date of birth;
2. The date and time of the juvenile's room restriction;
3. The name of the staff member requesting room restriction;
4. The name of the administrator or his or her designee authorizing room restriction;
5. The reason for the room restriction;
6. The date and time of the juvenile's release from room restriction; and
7. If any health or mental health assessments were performed, the administrator or designee shall certify that the results of those assessments were considered in any decision to place the juvenile on room restriction or to continue room restriction.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 6 - RECORDS AND REPORTS › Section 13:92-6.6 - Mechanical restraint log

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(a) Whenever a juvenile is placed in mechanical restraints, such as handcuffs, leather restraints, restraint chair or leg irons, except when used during transportation outside the secure area, the following information shall be recorded in a log maintained for that purpose prior to the end of the shift on which the restraint occurred:
1. The name of the juvenile;
2. The date and time restraints were used;
3. The type of restraint used;
4. The name of the staff member requesting use of restraints;
5. The name of the supervisor authorizing use of restraints;
6. The reason for the use of restraints;
7. The date and time the juvenile was released from the restraints;
8. The name and title of the administrator or designee authorizing continued use of restraint, if necessary, beyond 30 minutes; and
9. The progression of all restraints used.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 7 - CONTROL, DISCIPLINE AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13:92-7.1 - Rules and regulations

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(a) A written copy of the facility's rules and regulations shall be provided to each juvenile upon admission, including the grievance procedure, 13:92-7.2, and sanctions for infractions, 13:92-7.3 and 7.4. In addition, the following shall be obtained or provided as indicated:
1. A signed acknowledgment of receipt of the facility's written rules and regulations by the juvenile which shall be maintained in the juvenile's file;
2. A review of the rules and regulations by a staff member with each juvenile; and
3. A copy of the rules and regulations shall be posted in each of the living units.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 7 - CONTROL, DISCIPLINE AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13:92-7.2 - Grievance procedure

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Each detention facility shall have a written grievance procedure for the expression and resolution of juveniles' grievances or legitimate complaints, which contains the following elements:
1. A means and method for the filing of a grievance on a form that includes the juvenile's name, date, and all pertinent information relating to the grievance;
2. Assistance by staff not involved in the issue of the grievance shall be provided, if necessary;
3. A written response to all grievances filed, including the reason for the decision;
4. A response by a staff member designated by the facility administrator, or his or her designee, within a prescribed, reasonable time limit, that allows for responding to emergencies;
5. A provision for appeal to the facility administrator, or his or her designee;
6. Access by all juveniles to the grievance procedure and appeals process, with guarantees against reprisals; and
7. Applicability over a broad range of issues.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 7 - CONTROL, DISCIPLINE AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13:92-7.3 - Behavior management

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(a) Each detention facility shall establish a system of behavior management for the purpose of helping the juvenile conform to established standards of behavior and the rules and regulations of the facility.
(b) The behavior management system shall be designed to provide incentives for positive behavior and afford proportional measures of accountability for negative behavior.
1. Incentives for positive behavior may include, but not be limited to, such privileges as:
i. Special visits;
ii. Extra phone calls;
iii. Movies;
iv. Music; or
v. Special events.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 7 - CONTROL, DISCIPLINE AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13:92-7.5 - Physical and mechanical restraints

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(a) Written policy, procedure, and practice shall require a progressive response for juveniles who pose a danger to themselves, others, or property unless the circumstances do not permit a progressive response. The progression shall:
1. Begin with verbal calming;
2. Use the least aggressive physical restraint necessary to control the behavior;
3. Proceed to mechanical restraint only when other interventions are inadequate to deal with the situation; and
4. Require the least restrictive mechanical restraint necessary to control the behavior.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 7 - CONTROL, DISCIPLINE AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE › Section 13:92-7.6 - Reporting of incidents

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(a) The death of a juvenile or staff in any detention facility, as well as injuries to a juvenile or staff which, in the opinion of the treating physician, may cause death, serious disability, or disfigurement, shall be reported to the Commission as soon as practicable, but no later than within 24 hours of the occurrence.
(b) All suicidal gestures shall be reported to the Commission as soon as practicable, but no later than within three days of the occurrence.
(c) All fires, attempted suicides, escapes, and attempted escapes shall be reported to the Commission as soon as practicable, but no later than within 24 hours of the occurrence.
(d) Other incidents, such as alleged sexual assaults by juveniles or staff, outbreaks of contagious disease, group disturbances involving four or more juveniles, any situation that requires medical or mental health attention outside the facility for juveniles or staff, substantial damage to the facility, mechanical restraints beyond 30 minutes, and instances when a juvenile is transferred to an adult facility, shall be reported to the Commission within three days of the occurrence.
(e) The incidents identified in (a) through (d) above shall be documented, legibly hand-printed or typed, on the Commission's "Incident Report" form set forth in N.J.A.C. 13:92 Appendix A, incorporated herein by reference.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 8 - PHYSICAL CARE OF JUVENILES › Section 13:92-8.1 - Food and nutrition

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(a) All components of the food service operation in the detention facility shall be in compliance with N.J.A.C. 8:24.
(b) Meals shall be planned and provide a well-balanced, appetizing, and varied diet sufficient to meet nutritional needs in accordance with the regulations promulgated by the United States Department of Agriculture concerning child nutrition programs at 7 C.F.R. Parts 210 and 220, and the rules of the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's Nutrition Standards for School Nutrition Programs, N.J.A.C. 2:36, incorporated herein by reference.
(c) No less than three meals per day shall be provided, at least one of which shall be a hot meal. Juveniles should have the opportunity to receive second portions.
(d) The general population shall not be fed meals in sleeping rooms, except under extraordinary circumstances.
(e) Food shall be prepared by methods that conserve nutritive value, flavor, and appearance, and shall be served at proper temperatures (45 degrees Fahrenheit or below for cold items and 140 degrees Fahrenheit for hot foods).
(f) Normal table conversation shall be permitted during mealtimes.
(g) Special diets shall be provided as directed by the physician or as required by the juvenile's religious beliefs.
(h) In-between meal snacks of nourishing quality shall be available but shall not replace regular meals.
(i) The food service staff shall receive supervision or consultation from a qualified nutritionist, dietitian, or physician.
(j) A different menu shall be followed for each day of the week and dated records of menus, including substitutes and changes, shall be retained on file for at least one year.
(k) Provisions shall be made for the feeding of juveniles admitted after the kitchen has been closed for the day.
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) All food, dishes, and cooking utensils shall be stored under proper sanitary conditions, and shall be protected from rodents and insects.
(m) Employees engaged in the handling and preparation of food shall meet all State and local health requirements, wear proper and clean apparel, and give special attention to personal cleanliness.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 8 - PHYSICAL CARE OF JUVENILES › Section 13:92-8.2 - Clothing

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The detention facility shall insure that each juvenile has adequate, comfortable, and well-fitting clothes for indoor and outdoor wear.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 8 - PHYSICAL CARE OF JUVENILES › Section 13:92-8.3 - Personal hygiene

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(a) Each juvenile shall be provided with his or her own toothbrush, comb, towel, washcloth, and other personal hygiene items as needed, and shall have access to haircuts and hair grooming. Each juvenile's towel and washcloth shall be changed at least twice a week and more often when necessary. Bed linens shall be changed at least once a week and more often when necessary.
(b) Clean underclothing and socks shall be issued daily to each juvenile. Outer clothing shall be issued twice weekly, or more often if necessary.
(c) Each juvenile shall be given the opportunity to bathe or shower daily.
(d) The detention facility shall offer instruction in personal hygiene for juveniles when necessary.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 8 - PHYSICAL CARE OF JUVENILES › Section 13:92-8.4 - Household duties and work

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(a) No juvenile shall be used as a substitute for staff. Work performed by juveniles shall be only that which has a constructive value. However, this does not preclude normal household chores to be done by juveniles.
(b) Work assignments shall be made in relation to the age, abilities, and interests of the juvenile and shall be planned so as not to interfere with regular school programs, study periods, recreation, or sleep.
(c) Juveniles shall not have exclusive responsibility for any phase of operation such as cooking, laundry, or housekeeping.
(d) There shall be adequate supervision and protective measures while juveniles are near equipment or machinery where they might be injured.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.1 - Medical services

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(a) Necessary medical care shall be made available to all juveniles in accordance with appropriate medical practices.
(b) Each detention facility shall have written medical policies and procedures, made available and explained to all staff, and reviewed every six months and amended as necessary.
(c) The name, address, and phone number of the facility's licensed New Jersey physician(s), designated pursuant to the provisions of N.J.A.C 13:92-11.5, and available emergency hospitals and clinics in the area shall be readily available to all staff.
(d) No medication shall be administered to any juvenile without a prescription or without the direction of a licensed New Jersey physician or advanced practice nurse. Over the counter (OTC) medications shall only be administered when there are written "standing orders" or "protocols" approved annually by a New Jersey licensed physician, advanced practice nurse, the nursing administrator, and the administrator of the facility. All medication administered shall be under the direction of a New Jersey licensed physician or advanced practice nurse. Medicine may only be administered by:
1. Qualified health care personnel such as:
i. A registered professional nurse and/or licensed practical nurse;
ii. An advanced practice nurse; or
iii. A physician assistant licensed and authorized by law; or
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.2 - Recreation

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(a) The detention facility shall provide an appropriate range of daily indoor and/or outdoor (weather permitting) recreational activities, which are structured to meet the needs of juveniles of various ages, interests and abilities.
1. Recreational activities should provide a balance of group play, competitive games, and quiet individual activity.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.3 - Education

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(a) The detention facility shall provide an educational program which meets the needs of each juvenile based on his or her age, level of ability, previous educational experience, and interest. All residents of county juvenile detention facilities shall participate in an educational program suited to meet his or her needs.
(b) The educational programs shall be operated on a 12-month basis and provide for the juvenile's cognitive and affective development that includes:
1. A program consisting of a minimum of four hours per day five days per week and 220 days per calendar year;
2. Physical education provided by a certified physical education teacher. Physical education shall be a part of the four-hour minimum required school day. At least 150 minutes of physical education shall be provided per week which may include classes in health and family life. Physical education shall not constitute more than one hour of the daily education program. All other recreational activities shall not be considered in determining the four-hour minimum required for the educational program;
3. A program consisting of basic academic instruction as appropriate to the individual program plan (IPP) or individualized education plan (IEP), as applicable; and
4. A New Jersey State Attendance Register entry for all students at the facility, and a written schedule for the educational program.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.4 - Social services

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(a) Appropriate counseling and casework services shall be available to each juvenile in the detention facility.
(b) The social service program shall include the following:
1. An initial interview as soon as possible after admission to assess the emotional needs and concerns of each juvenile;
2. Frequent contacts to assist the juvenile in his or her adjustment to detention;
3. An assessment of the juvenile's problems and needs so that detention programs and services may be more effectively planned and utilized;
4. Crisis intervention counseling for juveniles experiencing serious or sudden adjustment problems or negative emotional states; and
5. Appropriate contacts with the juvenile, his or her parents, the court, and applicable agencies in preparing for the juvenile's return to the community.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.5 - Psychiatric and psychological services

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(a) Psychological and/or psychiatric services shall be made available for juveniles as needed. Arrangements for these services may be provided by purchase of service with private practitioners, arrangements with mental health resources in the community, sharing of staff with other agencies or direct employment of staff.
1. Reports or records relating to mental health services provided to a juvenile prior to an adjudication of delinquency or a finding of guilt, regardless of whether such mental health services were provided with or without the consent of the juvenile, may be disclosed to the court only after an adjudication of delinquency or a finding of guilt has been entered; provided however, an attorney representing a juvenile, with the juvenile's consent, may disclose such reports or records prior to the adjudication of delinquency or finding of guilt. The provisions of this section shall not be construed to limit in any manner the applicability of any privilege or law that otherwise prohibits disclosure of a juvenile's mental health records.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.6 - Religion

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Each juvenile shall have the opportunity to participate in religious services of his or her faith at least once each week, but attendance shall be voluntary.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.7 - Visiting

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(a) Parents and guardians shall have the right to visiting privileges unless prohibited by the court, and visits to juveniles from attorneys and/or their representatives, investigators, and other professionals associated with the juvenile shall not be restricted unless a juvenile is exhibiting disruptive behavior and it is determined by the facility administrator or his or her designee that allowing the visit could pose a threat to the safety or security of the staff, other juveniles, visitors or the facility. When a visit is being withheld, the visitor(s) shall be notified as soon as possible. In addition, the reason why the visit was withheld shall be documented in the juvenile's file.
(b) Other individuals important to the juvenile, such as relatives and siblings, at the discretion of the facility administrator or his or her designee, shall also have the right to visiting privileges based on the health and welfare of the juvenile.
(c) Visitors who are obviously under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or who exhibit disruptive behavior, shall not be permitted to visit and the occurrence shall be documented in the juvenile's file.
(d) A record shall be maintained in the juvenile's file of the names of all persons who visit the juvenile.
(e) A record shall be maintained in the juvenile's file of the names of those persons who are and are not authorized to visit and the reason(s) for the denial.
(f) Visiting hours shall be regularly scheduled at set times at least twice a week.
1. Special visiting arrangements shall be made for visitors who cannot visit the juvenile during the regular visiting schedule.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.8 - Mail

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(a) Each juvenile shall be permitted to correspond with members of his or her family, guardian, or custodian, other relatives, friends, and organizations.
(b) Incoming mail shall only be opened for the purpose of examining for contraband material and enclosures of funds and always in the presence of the juvenile. Outgoing mail shall be sealed by the juvenile in the presence of staff.
(c) Incoming legal mail shall not be read or copied. No other mail shall be read or copied unless the administrator of the facility or his or her designee has compelling reasons to believe the correspondence contains material which presents a clear and present danger to the health or safety of the juvenile, other persons, or to the security of the facility.
(d) A record shall be maintained in the juvenile's file when mail is read by detention staff, documenting the specific reason why the mail was read, and signed by the administrator or his or her designee.
(e) There shall be no restriction on the amount of mail a juvenile is permitted to send or receive.
(f) Juveniles shall receive a reasonable postage allowance and writing materials for correspondence.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 9 - PROGRAM SERVICES › Section 13:92-9.9 - Telephone

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(a) Juveniles shall have the right to make a minimum of two telephone calls weekly in order to encourage and maintain family and other relationships. At least one of these calls shall be provided for free.
(b) Juveniles shall be permitted to have telephone contact, as needed, with professionals such as:
1. Attorneys;
2. Probation officers; and
3. Case workers.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 10 - STAFF; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:92-10.1 - Personnel policies

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(a) The detention facility shall maintain written personnel policies which shall be reviewed at least annually by the administrator and revised as needed.
(b) For each job title used in the facility, the personnel policies shall, at a minimum, include:
1. A description of duties;
2. Salary ranges;
3. Standards for performance and evaluation;
4. Time and leave rules, including hours of work, overtime, vacation, sick leave, other leave time; and
5. All mandatory and optional employee health, insurance, retirement and other benefits.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 10 - STAFF; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:92-10.2 - Selection of personnel

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(a) All personnel in direct contact with juveniles should be carefully selected with regard to emotional maturity, ability to work with youth in an institutional setting, and special training and skills required for the position.
(b) All applicants shall make a full disclosure of their background, experience and previous employment, education and convictions of criminal offenses.
(c) A confidential record shall be maintained in the applicant's personnel file of the criminal history investigation conducted for that applicant.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 10 - STAFF; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:92-10.3 - Personnel qualifications

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(a) Each staff member shall meet the minimum qualifications for his or her position as established by the New Jersey Department of Personnel.
(b) Any employee, or contracted service worker, required by the State of New Jersey to have a certification or license to perform his or her duties shall have a copy of said certification or license in his or her personnel file.
(c) Proof of periodic renewal of certifications or licenses shall be maintained in the employee's personnel file. This requirement shall apply to, but not be limited to:
1. Teachers;
2. Nurses;
3. Physicians (medical, dental, mental health);
4. Dietitians; and
5. Barbers/beauticians.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 10 - STAFF; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:92-10.4 - Personnel files

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(a) A current, accurate and confidential personnel file shall be maintained for each employee and contain:
1. The employee's application;
2. References;
3. New Jersey Department of Personnel (civil service) examination results;
4. Any criminal history investigation results;
5. Dates, terms and conditions of employment;
6. Medical information;
7. Requisite training records;
8. Performance evaluations;
9. Commendations and/or disciplinary actions;
10. Reason for termination of employment; and
11. Other personnel information determined appropriate by the facility in accordance with local, State, Federal or contractual requirements.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 10 - STAFF; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:92-10.5 - Health

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(a) All employees in direct contact with juveniles or whose duties require food handling shall have a medical examination prior to employment and annually thereafter. A medical statement from a licensed physician, certifying the employee is in good health, shall be maintained in the employee's personnel file.
(b) An annual Mantoux tuberculin skin test shall be required for all employees in direct contact with juveniles and the results of the test maintained in the employee's personnel file.
(c) Food service staff shall be required to provide a medical statement from a licensed physician stating that the staff member is free of communicable diseases prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. The medical statement shall be maintained in the employee's personnel file.
(d) Each facility shall comply with the applicable provisions of 29 C.F.R. §
										1910.1030, the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration's standards on bloodborne pathogens.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 92 - MANUAL OF STANDARDS FOR JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITIES › Subchapter 10 - STAFF; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:92-10.6 - Staff coverage

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(a) Sufficient staff shall be available to provide continuous 24-hour-per-day supervision of the juveniles and protection of the facility.
(b) There shall be a designated staff person on-site in charge of the facility at all times.
(c) There shall be a female child care worker on duty whenever a female resident is in the facility.
(d) Periodically, during sleeping hours, and whenever juveniles are in their sleeping rooms or any holding room, they shall be visually checked at least every 15 minutes. Each check shall be documented in a record created for this purpose.
(e) At no time shall there be fewer than two child care workers on active duty when a juvenile is in care at the facility.
(f) Staff shall be assigned within the facility to ensure that appropriate coverage is maintained in accordance with adequate security and safety practice.
(g) The ratio of child care workers on duty to juveniles during waking hours shall be at least one worker to eight juveniles; during sleeping hours at least one worker to 16 juveniles.
1. These ratios shall only include child care workers who, by virtue of their deployment throughout the facility, directly supervise juveniles.