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Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 227 - SCHOOL MARSHALS › Section 227.4 - Demonstration of Psychological Fitness

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) In order for an individual to enroll in
				any school marshal licensing training, obtain a school marshal license, or
				renew or reapply for a school marshal license, they must first demonstrate
				psychological fitness through a psychological examination.
(b) The psychological examination shall be
				conducted by a professional selected by the appointing, employing entity. The
				professional shall be either a psychologist licensed by the Texas State Board
				of Examiners of Psychologists or a psychiatrist licensed by the Texas Medical
				Board. The psychologist or psychiatrist must be familiar with the duties of a
				school marshal.
(c) The examination
				must be conducted pursuant to professionally recognized standards and methods.
				The examination process must consist of:
(1) a
				review of the duties and responsibilities of a school marshal as developed by
				the commission;
(2) at least two
				instruments, one which measures personality traits and one which measures
				psychopathology; and
(3) a
				face-to-face interview conducted after the instruments have been
				scored.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 227 - SCHOOL MARSHALS › Section 227.5 - School Marshal Training Entities

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a)
				A school marshal training program is open to any employee of an appointing
				entity who holds a license to carry a handgun issued under Texas Government
				Code, Chapter 411, Subchapter H.
(b) The training program must be preapproved
				and conducted by commission staff or approved provider. The training program
				shall include 80 hours of instruction designed to:
(1) emphasize strategies for preventing
				school shootings and for securing the safety of potential victims of school
				shootings;
(2) educate a trainee
				about legal issues relating to the duties of peace officers and the use of
				force or deadly force in the protection of others;
(3) introduce the trainee to effective law
				enforcement strategies and techniques;
(4) improve the trainee's proficiency with a
				handgun; and
(5) enable the trainee
				to respond to an emergency situation requiring deadly force, such as a
				situation involving an active shooter.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 227 - SCHOOL MARSHALS › Section 227.6 - Fit for Duty Review

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) When the
				commission receives a report or other reliable information that a school
				marshal may no longer be psychologically fit to carry out the duties of a
				school marshal, the commission may:
(1) issue
				an emergency suspension order; or
(2) require a fit for duty review upon
				identifying factors that indicate the licensee may no longer be able to perform
				the duties of a school marshal safely and effectively.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 227 - SCHOOL MARSHALS › Section 227.7 - School Marshal Renewals

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A school
				marshal license expires on August 31 following the second anniversary of the
				date the commission licenses the person.
(b) The commission may renew the license of a
				person who has:
(1) successfully completed a
				renewal course designed and administered by the commission which will not
				exceed a combined 16 hours of classroom and simulation training;
(2) passed a commission exam;
(3) demonstrated handgun proficiency as
				required by the commission; and
(4)
				demonstrated psychological fitness.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 227 - SCHOOL MARSHALS › Section 227.9 - License Action

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) The commission
				shall immediately revoke a school marshal license if the license holder's
				ability to carry a handgun has been suspended or revoked by the Texas
				Department of Public Safety.
(b) A
				person whose school marshal license is revoked may obtain recertification by:
(1) furnishing proof to the commission that
				the person's handgun license has been reinstated; and
(2) completing initial training to the
				satisfaction of the commission staff, paying the fee for the training, and
				demonstrating psychological fitness on the psychological examination.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 229 - TEXAS PEACE OFFICERS' MEMORIAL MONUMENT › Section 229.1 - Eligibility for Memorial Monument

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) A
				person is eligible to have the person's name on the Memorial Monument if the
				person was killed in the line of duty and was:
(1) a law enforcement officer or peace
				officer for this state or a political subdivision of this state under Article
				2.12, Code
				of Criminal Procedure, or other law;
(2) a federal law enforcement officer or
				special agent performing duties in this state, including those officers under
				Article
				2.122, Code
				of Criminal Procedure;
(3) a
				corrections or detention officer or county or municipal jailer employed or
				appointed by a municipal, county, or state penal institution in this state;
				or
(4) a Texas peace officer who,
				in historical perspective, would be eligible under any of the preceding
				criteria.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 229 - TEXAS PEACE OFFICERS' MEMORIAL MONUMENT › Section 229.3 - Nomination and Selection

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Nominations for
				inclusion on the Memorial Monument must be submitted to the commission in
				accordance with Article
				3105.0035,
				Government Code.
(b) In order to
				make a preliminary recommendation to the Commission on whether a nominee is
				eligible for inclusion on the Memorial Monument, the executive director or
				designee shall accept supporting documentation affirming a nominee's
				eligibility, including:
(1) certified copy of
				the Law Enforcement Agency incident report or other records;
(2) certified copy of the Coroner's
				report;
(3) sworn affidavit
				completed by the law enforcement agency chief executive officer or any other
				person with knowledge of the incident accepting responsibility for the
				information submitted, accompanied by a description detailing the incident and
				death;
(4) certified copy of
				statements of witnesses to the fatal incident;
(5) an original letter or petition of a
				family member with verified supporting documents;
(6) reproduced documents verified by a state
				or county historical commission chairperson;
(7) news articles or other published
				materials supported by documents listed above; or
(8) any other documentation which would
				reasonably substantiate a finding by the commission.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 7 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT › Chapter 229 - TEXAS PEACE OFFICERS' MEMORIAL MONUMENT › Section 229.7 - Deaths Not Included

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) An officer
				whose death is attributed to natural causes, is not eligible for inclusion,
				except when a medical condition arises out of a specific response to a
				violation of the law or an emergency situation causing an officer's death, or
				causing the officer's death during or after a period of hospitalization
				following the specific response to the violation of the law or emergency
				situation.
(b) An officer whose
				death is attributed to any of the following is not eligible for inclusion:
(1) when caused as a result of or during the
				officer's commission of a crime;
(2) as a direct result of the officer's
				voluntary alcohol or controlled substance abuse; or
(3) when caused by the officer's intention to
				bring about the officer's own death.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 251 - GENERAL › Section 251.1 - Authority

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The Texas Legislature created the Commission on Jail
				  Standards in 1975 to implement a declared state policy that all county jail
				  facilities conform to minimum standards of construction, maintenance and
				  operation. In 1983, the Texas Legislature expanded the jurisdiction of the
				  commission to include county and municipal jails operated under vendor
				  contract. In 1991, the Texas Legislature added the requirement for count,
				  payment, and transfer of inmates when precipitated by crowded conditions as
				  well as expanding the commission's role of consultation and technical
				  assistance. In 1993, the legislative function expanded the role of the
				  commission again by requiring that it provide consultation and technical
				  assistance for the State Jail program. In 1997, the Texas legislature affirmed
				  that counties, municipalities and private vendors housing out-of-state inmates
				  are within the commission's jurisdiction. It is the duty of the commission to
				  promulgate reasonable written rules and procedures establishing minimum
				  standards, inspection procedures, enforcement policies and technical assistance
				  for:
(1) the construction, equipment,
				maintenance, and operation of jail facilities under its jurisdiction;
(2) the custody, care and treatment of
				inmates;
(3) programs of
				rehabilitation, education, and recreation for inmates confined in county and
				municipal jail facilities under its jurisdiction.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 251 - GENERAL › Section 251.2 - Severability

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
If any provision of these rules be held invalid, such
				  invalidity shall not affect other provisions which can be given effect without
				  the invalid provision, and to this end, the provisions of these rules are
				  declared to be severable.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 251 - GENERAL › Section 251.3 - Opinions and Advice

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Except as otherwise expressly stated herein, advice given,
				  statements made, and opinions expressed orally, or in writing, by the staff of
				  the commission in response to inquiries, or otherwise, shall not be considered
				  binding upon the commission in connection with any matter requiring the
				  approval, consent, or adjudication of the commission.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 251 - GENERAL › Section 251.4 - Captions of Rules

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The captions of the rules are for convenience only. Should
				  there be a conflict between the caption of a rule and the text of a rule, the
				  text will control.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 251 - GENERAL › Section 251.5 - Precedent

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Because rules cannot adequately anticipate all potential
				  specific factual situations and circumstances presented for action,
				  determination, or adjudication by the commission, the nature of the action
				  taken with regard to any matter or the disposition of any matter pending before
				  the commission is not necessarily of meaningful precedental value. The
				  commission shall not be bound by the precedent of any previous action,
				  determination, or adjudication in the subsequent disposition of any matter
				  pending before it.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 251 - GENERAL › Section 251.6 - Complaints

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) General. A complaint received by the
				commission concerning facilities under the commission's purview or the
				commission and/or its procedures or functions shall be investigated and
				resolved according to commission internal policies and procedures. All
				inspection reports, plan reviews and bills for services issued by the
				commission shall provide instructions for directing complaints to the
				commission regarding commission functions and procedures.
(b) Filing a Complaint. An individual who has
				a complaint about a facility under the commission's purview or the commission
				may file a complaint in any written format or use the commission's prescribed
				complaint form. The complaint form is available on the agency website and may
				be submitted electronically or may be obtained by contacting the commission
				through the agency website, telephone, fax, email, or written
				request.
(c) Jails shall include
				information regarding the procedure for filing a complaint, its investigation,
				and its resolution in the approved inmate handbook and shall display and
				maintain the information prominently throughout the jail in common areas and
				other areas frequented by jail inmates.
(d) Public Disclosure. A complaint against a
				facility under the commission's purview or the commission will only be made
				available for public disclosure in accordance with Government Code Chapter
				552.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 255 - RULEMAKING PROCEDURES › Section 255.1 - Rule Initiation

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The promulgation, adoption, amendment, or repeal of rules
				  shall be initiated by formal action of the commission.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 255 - RULEMAKING PROCEDURES › Section 255.2 - Notice

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Notice of the proposed or adopted rule, amendment, or repeal
				  shall be given as required by the Administrative Procedure and Texas Register
				  Act.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 255 - RULEMAKING PROCEDURES › Section 255.3 - Opportunity To Be Heard

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Prior to the adoption, amendment, or repeal of any rule, the
				  commission shall afford reasonable opportunity to interested persons to submit
				  data, views, or arguments, orally or in writing. The commission or its staff,
				  in its discretion, may use informal conferences and consultations as a means of
				  obtaining the viewpoints and advice of interested persons, and it may appoint
				  committees of interested persons or experts to advise it with respect to
				  contemplated rulemaking. The powers of such committees shall be advisory only.
				  In no event shall the commission take any action except in accordance with the
				  law.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 255 - RULEMAKING PROCEDURES › Section 255.4 - Petitions of Interested Persons

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Any interested person may petition the commission requesting
				  the adoption, amendment, or repeal of any of its rules. Within 60 days after
				  receiving such petition, the commission shall initiate rulemaking proceedings
				  or deny the petition in writing, stating its reasons for the denial. In order
				  to receive consideration by the commission, the petition must set forth:
(1) the name of each petitioner and date of
				submission;
(2) the text of the
				proposed rule or amendment and a brief explanation;
(3) a concise statement of need and purpose
				of the proposed rule, amendment or repeal and the deficiencies of the existing
				rules concerning the situation made the subject of the petition;
(4) a list of all existing rules effectively
				amended or repealed by the proposed rule or amendment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 255 - RULEMAKING PROCEDURES › Section 255.5 - Validity

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A rule, amendment, or repeal shall be valid when approved by
				  formal action of the commission and published in accordance with the
				  Administrative Procedure and Texas Register Act.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.1 - Initial Contact

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
When the construction, renovation, or addition to a facility
				  is being considered, the owner shall notify the executive director of the
				  proposed scope of the project.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.2 - Facility Needs Analysis

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Analysis of facility needs shall be submitted to the
				  commission by the owner prior to submission of any design documents. The owner
				  may request commission assistance in preparation of the needs analysis. The
				  analysis shall include facility type, capacity, and support area
				  needs.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.3 - Architects and Engineers

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Design documents shall bear professional seals and signatures
				  required by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners and/or the Texas State
				  Board of Regulation for Professional Engineers as required by law. The owner
				  shall notify commission staff of the designated prime design
				  professional.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.4 - Required Submissions

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Information shall be furnished by the owner or the owner's
				  representative to the commission staff at the following stages of planning and
				  construction.
(1) Schematic design.
				Documents shall illustrate the scale, relationship of project components, and
				cost estimates.
(2) Design
				development. Drawings and specification documents shall illustrate and describe
				the size and character of the entire project as to structural, mechanical, and
				electrical systems, life safety and detention locking systems, construction
				materials, cost estimates, and other essentials as may be
				appropriate.
(3) Construction
				documents. Drawings and specification documents shall include detail
				requirements for the construction of the entire project including necessary
				bidding information, bidding forms, final cost estimates of construction cost,
				and operation cost. These documents shall include the conditions of the
				construction contract or contracts.
(4) Addendum, substitutions and changes.
				Copies of all proposed addendum prepared during the bidding phase shall be
				forwarded to the executive director prior to being issued. The executive
				director shall respond in writing, giving approval or disapproval promptly to
				the architect, not longer than ten working days after receiving the request.
				Modifications, changes and all substitutions of equal material or equipment for
				those specified in the approved contract documents must receive written
				approval by the executive director prior to the change order or substitution
				approval being issued. Emergency approval of addendum, modifications,
				substitutions or changes may be sought and obtained by telephone or facsimile
				from the executive director who will subsequently issue a confirming answer in
				writing.
(5) Award of construction
				contract. Upon award of the construction contract, the owner or the owner's
				representative shall notify the commission staff of the date construction is to
				commence, estimated time of completion, and the amount of the
				contract.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.5 - Official Comments

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Each time a required submission is made, it shall contain a
				  statement of review and comment from both the owner and
				  sheriff/operator.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.6 - Approval

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Within 30 working days of receiving the contract documents as
				  submitted by the owner, the executive director or his representative shall
				  respond in writing with approval or disapproval of the building as complying
				  with the minimum standards established by rules and procedures of the
				  commission. If approval is not given, an explicit description of the items
				  which are not approved shall be given by the executive director along with an
				  explicit description of the remedy or remedies necessary. The executive
				  director shall send his reply directly to the owner and
				  sheriff/operator.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.7 - Occupancy Inspections

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The owner shall notify the executive director not less than
				  30 days prior to completion of construction to schedule an occupancy
				  inspection.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.8 - Letter of Occupancy

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Upon determination that the completed facility meets the
				  requirements of minimum jail standards, the executive director shall issue a
				  letter of occupancy to the owner and sheriff/operator. The facility shall not
				  be occupied before approval by the executive director or his
				  designee.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.9 - Laws Applicable

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Facilities constructed prior to subsequent amendments to
				  these rules, entailing changes, additions, or deletions to the structure of
				  equipment therein, shall not be required to meet the changes unless the change
				  also establishes a date by which the change shall be effected. The facility
				  shall conform to the building, safety, and health requirements of state and
				  local authority. The facility shall also conform to the Texas Accessibility
				  Standards in effect at the time of construction in its entirety regarding the
				  Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). The
				  commission adopts these rules and 16 TAC §68.20 (relating to Buildings and
				  Facilities Subject to Compliance with the Texas Accessibility Standards) by
				  reference. State standards for a facility which exceed those of the local
				  authority shall take precedence. Where local building codes do not exist, the
				  county shall designate a building code currently in effect; otherwise the
				  International Building Code will apply.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.10 - Accessibility Review

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The plans for all facilities shall be submitted to the Texas
				  Department of Licensing and Regulation, Elimination of Architectural Barriers,
				  the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, or a Registered Accessibility
				  Specialist for review and approval of accessibility features.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 257 - CONSTRUCTION APPROVAL RULES › Section 257.11 - Facilities Exempt from New Standard Requirements

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Facilities completed, under construction or plans received by
				  the Commission prior to adoption of changes to Construction Standards, Chapter
				  259 of this title (relating to New Construction Rules) as indicated by the
				  effective date are exempt from new standard requirements.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter A - GENERAL › Section 259.1 - Objectives

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Any county contemplating construction, renovation of or
					 addition to a facility shall determine the present and future needs and
					 possible expansion of the existing or proposed facility. A clear definition of
					 the functions and objectives for the proposed new facility, renovation, or
					 addition shall then be provided to the commission for
					 approval.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter A - GENERAL › Section 259.2 - Unfinished Areas

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Planning may provide for the construction of space for
					 future expansion to increase the capacity of the facility. These areas may be
					 constructed "shell only" for future installation of interior walls, equipment
					 and appurtenances. Such areas shall not compromise the security of the total
					 facility.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter A - GENERAL › Section 259.3 - Design Concepts

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Innovative concepts are encouraged to reduce problems of
					 security and maintenance while creating a safe, sanitary, and secure
					 environment for staff and inmates. The facility shall be structurally sound,
					 fire resistive and not connected to a building that is not fire resistive and
					 shall provide for adequate security and safety. Facility design shall provide
					 for support functions and equipment to insure safe, secure, and efficient
					 operations.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.100 - Facility Site

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The site shall be of sufficient size to provide for the
					 immediate facility and a reasonable projected expansion. A buffer zone around
					 the facility should be provided.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.101 - Facility Operation Concept

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The facility shall be planned to receive unclassified
					 persons, hold pretrial and convicted persons, and allow for processing,
					 classifying and releasing persons at all times.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.102 - Facility Security Requirements

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Facility security shall be planned to protect inmates from
					 one another, protect staff and visitors from inmates, and deter or prevent
					 escapes.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.103 - Special Security

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A facility shall be constructed and maintained as a special
					 security unit. The integrity of the security perimeter shall not be compromised
					 by other functions.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.104 - Construction Materials

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Inmate housing areas and day rooms shall be constructed of
					 metal, masonry, concrete, or other comparable materials. The level of security
					 desired shall determine the selection of appropriate
					 materials.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.105 - Public Areas

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Public areas shall be located outside the security
					 perimeter. Public access to the security perimeter shall be controlled. A
					 public lobby or waiting area shall be provided for the convenience of the
					 public, including seating, drinking fountains, and rest rooms and should
					 include lockers or storage for visitors' articles. Provisions shall be made for
					 disabled visitors.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.106 - Vision into Inmate Areas

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Design and construction shall preclude direct vision into
					 inmate occupied areas by the public.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.107 - Administrative Space

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The facility shall provide sufficient space for
					 administrative, program and clerical needs. Adequate space for equipment and
					 supplies shall be provided to meet established and projected needs. These
					 spaces shall be located outside the inmate housing areas. Evidence storage
					 shall be provided within the system and located outside the security
					 perimeter.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.108 - Squad Rooms

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Locker space, toilets, lavatories, showers, dressing rooms,
					 and classroom space should be provided for staff and shall be located outside
					 the security perimeter. Break and dining space should be provided in the
					 facility.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.109 - Arsenal

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
An arsenal or secure storage area for weapons, ammunition,
					 and tactical equipment should be provided and shall be located outside the
					 security perimeter.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.110 - Inmate Movement Into and Out of Facility

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Construction should provide for movement of an inmate or
					 detainee into and out of the facility without exposing the individual to
					 contact with the public.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.111 - Inmate Movement inside Facility

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The design shall provide for the orderly movement of
					 inmates and services.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.112 - Observation

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Inmate occupied areas shall be constructed to facilitate
					 direct observation of inmates. The design shall allow observation into inmate
					 living areas without requiring staff to enter inmate safety
					 vestibules.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.113 - Emergency Access

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Multistory facilities shall have an elevator or other
					 passageway large enough to accommodate the passage of patient evacuation
					 equipment.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.114 - Segregation

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
(a) Systems shall provide separate cells and
				  day rooms of varying capacities to provide adequate segregation of different
				  classifications of male and female inmates as required by Chapter 271 of this
				  title (relating to Classification and Separation of Inmates).
(b) Single occupancy cells shall be provided
				  to house inmates classified in administrative, disciplinary, and medical
				  segregation in a quantity to meet the following requirements:
(1) Systems having an inmate capacity of 200
				  or less shall provide separation cells to accommodate not less than 10% of the
				  facility capacity;
(2) Systems
				  having an inmate capacity of over 200 shall provide a minimum of 20 separation
				  cells and a sufficient number of single cells with adjacent day rooms to
				  accommodate a total of at least 10% of the capacity. Day rooms provided for
				  these cells shall be arranged to accommodate no more than 24 inmates.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.115 - Functions

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Minimum space allocations shall provide for the following:
(1) Inmate processing:
(A) sally port;
(B) reception and holding;
(C) shakedown;
(D) booking;
(E) identification;
(F) dressing in and out;
(G) video taping and intoxilizer programs if
				  such are to be performed in the facility.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.116 - Vehicular Sally Port

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A facility shall have a vehicular sally port located inside
					 or abutting the building so that inmates may board or disembark from a vehicle.
					 Space shall be sufficient to accommodate anticipated transportation vehicles.
					 The sally port shall be secured with one or more entrance gates or doors
					 capable of being opened, closed, locked, and unlocked from a remote location
					 within the facility. Means shall be provided for the identification of persons
					 approaching the sally port.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.117 - Inmate Entrance

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
The inmate entrance shall be from the vehicular sally port
					 through a safety vestibule into the processing area. This entrance shall allow
					 for passage of patient evacuation equipment between interlocking doors. The
					 entrance shall be designed and constructed to allow observation and
					 identification of persons approaching the inmate entrance. Electronic
					 surveillance equipment may be used.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.118 - Weapon Storage

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Separate secure storage space shall be provided at all
					 entrances to the security perimeter for weapons and
					 ammunition.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.119 - Processing Area

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Facilities shall have a processing area located inside the
					 security perimeter, but away from the inmate housing areas. The processing area
					 shall be designed to readily permit the booking, shakedown, identification, and
					 dressing of inmates. A telephone shall be available for detainees' use.
					 Processing areas shall be provided with access to drinking fountains and
					 toilets. Panels or partitions may be erected in the booking area to provide
					 privacy and separation of inmates.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.120 - Identification

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Space shall be provided for photographing, fingerprinting
					 and identification procedures for inmates.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.121 - Visiting Areas

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Visiting areas shall be provided and shall be designed to
					 provide adequate visitation for the capacity of the facility. Visitation areas
					 shall be designed for the degree of security sought to be achieved. Audible
					 communications shall be provided between the inmate and visitor. Visiting areas
					 shall be designed to prevent passage of contraband. Provisions shall be made
					 for disabled visitors and inmates. Seating shall be provided for both inmates
					 and visitors. A secure visiting area should be provided for contact visits from
					 law enforcement officers, attorneys, clergy, and probation and parole officers.
					 Provisions shall be made for a direct passage of legal paper between inmates
					 and attorneys at noncontact visitation.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.122 - Control Room/Jailer Stations

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A sufficient number of control rooms/jailer stations shall
					 be provided on each floor where inmates are housed. Staff toilets and
					 lavatories shall be located within the security perimeter and in close
					 proximity to control rooms and jailer stations. The design shall allow access
					 to control rooms without requiring staff to enter inmate safety vestibules or
					 inmate activity areas.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.123 - Kitchen

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
A properly equipped kitchen of adequate size shall be
					 provided within the system and shall include the following:
(1) Functions. Kitchen space and equipment
				  shall allow for the efficient operations of receiving, storage, processing,
				  preparation, cooking, baking, serving, dish washing, cleaning, menu
				  preparation, record keeping, personal hygiene, and removal of waste and
				  garbage. Kitchen functions shall be performed without compromising the security
				  of the facility. The kitchen shall not be designed as a passageway for nonfood
				  handling persons.
(2) Storage.
				  Adequate dry and cold storage shall be provided appropriate for the size of
				  kitchen. Separate storage shall be provided for nonfood items.
(3) Surfaces. The kitchen floor shall be
				  properly pitched to adequate floor drains and allow for proper cleaning. Floor
				  finish should reduce the possibility of slipping. The junction between floors
				  and walls shall be covered. Walls and ceilings shall be finished with smooth,
				  washable, light colored surfaces.
(4) Light. Adequate lighting shall be
				  provided on all work surfaces.
(5)
				  Ventilation. Food service areas shall be adequately ventilated to control
				  disagreeable odors and moisture. All openings to the outside shall be secured
				  and provided with insect screens.
(6) Water. Adequate hot and cold water shall
				  be provided for food preparation, cleaning, and dish washing. Hot water
				  equipment shall be of sufficient size and capacity to meet the needs of the
				  facility.
(7) Codes. Kitchens shall
				  comply with state health codes.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.124 - Dining Space

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Group dining may be provided and shall avoid concentrations
					 of more than 96 inmates.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.125 - Laundry Facilities

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Space for a laundry commensurate to the size of the
					 facility shall be provided within the system. The laundry shall be equipped
					 with a sufficient number of washers and dryers to accommodate the anticipated
					 laundry load. Adequate separate storage space shall be provided for both clean
					 and soiled laundry and laundry supplies.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.126 - Commissary

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Space appropriate to capacity of the facility shall be
					 provided for an inmate commissary.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.127 - Storage Area Capacities

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Storage areas based upon facility capacity shall be
					 provided as follows:
(1) Inmate
				  property: two cubic feet per inmate;
(2) Inmate uniforms and linens: three cubic
				  feet per inmate;
(3) Inmate
				  mattresses: raised perforated storage in the amount of five and one-fourth
				  cubic feet per mattress for 25% of total capacity.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.128 - Janitorial Storage Space

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Adequate, secured, well ventilated storage for janitorial
					 supplies and equipment shall be provided within the security perimeter and
					 administrative area. Sufficient broom and mop racks shall be
					 provided.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.129 - Medical Space and Equipment

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
Adequate space for first aid equipment shall be provided.
					 Space and equipment for medical examination, treatment, and convalescent care
					 shall be provided or provisions contained in the health services plan.
					 Adequate, secure storage for medical supplies and drugs shall be
					 provided.
Texas Administrative Code › Title 37 - PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS › Part 9 - TEXAS COMMISSION ON JAIL STANDARDS › Chapter 259 - NEW CONSTRUCTION RULES › Subchapter B - NEW MAXIMUM SECURITY DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FURNISHING REQUIREMENTS › Section 259.130 - Infirmary

Current through Reg. 49, No. 28; July 12, 2024
An infirmary should be provided for systems of 200 or more
					 capacity and shall include the following minimum components:
(1) nurses station;
(2) locked medication station with storage
				  for individually filled prescriptions;
(3) utility room with sink and storage for
				  linens and equipment;
(4)
				  refrigerated storage;
(5) utility
				  room with double tub sink and clinical service sink with flushing
				  rim;
(6) 80 gross square feet of
				  floor space per bed;
(7) at least
				  one single occupancy negative pressure cell;
(8) doors, through which patients and
				  equipment are to be moved, of adequate width to allow turning of wheeled chairs
				  and tables normally used in medical facilities;
(9) a lavatory with a gooseneck inlet and
				  wrist controls accessible to each ward;
(10) janitor closet;
(11) toilet, lavatory, and shower for use of
				  inmates in the infirmary;
(12)
				  additional elements as dictated by the facility health care director.