Overview of Escorting and Transporting Inmates

Hours: 1.00

Course Code: REL-PSC-0-ETI

In every task a correctional officer performs, safety and security are of the utmost importance. An assignment to escort or transport people in custody is a big responsibility. This course will explore the decision-making process for escorts and transports, factors that can threaten safety and security during escorts and transports, and the general responsibilities of officers assigned to escort and transport people in custody. The goal of this course is to provide general guidance to officers working in adult correctional facilities related to escort and transport responsibilities.

Course Description

In every task a correctional officer performs, safety and security are of the utmost importance. An assignment to escort or transport people in custody is a big responsibility. This course will explore the decision-making process for escorts and transports, factors that can threaten safety and security during escorts and transports, and the general responsibilities of officers assigned to escort and transport people in custody. The goal of this course is to provide general guidance to officers working in adult correctional facilities related to escort and transport responsibilities.

Certificates

Certificates provided by accrediting body (1 Match)

California Board of State and Community Corrections

1.0 HOURS

This activity is approved for 1.00 STC credit hours.

Course Details

Course Code: REL-PSC-0-ETI

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Recall factors that contribute to security decisions in correctional facilities related to escort and transport requirements.
List four factors that can threaten safety and security during escorts and transports and mitigation strategies for each.
Name eight responsibilities of officers during internal and external escorts and transports.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Security Decisions and Threats to Security

Introduction

Security Decisions

Safety and Security: Threats and Mitigation Strategies

Review

Summary

Section 3: Escort and Transport Responsibilities

Types of Escorts

Officer Responsibilities

In Case of Emergency

Review

Summary

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

References

Subject Matter Expert: Shawn Laughlin

Shawn is the Commander of the Broomfield Detention Center; a 224 bed City/County Detention Facility. He serves on the AJA Board of Directors as the President. He has presented at AJA & NCCHC and has worked in corrections for 29 years in all areas of Corrections. He is a recognized expert in both state and federal court regarding correctional operations. Additionally, he has been an instructor for the County Sheriffs of Colorado for 13 years in all aspects of jail operations and serves as an S.M.E. for curriculum development. He is the past Secretary of the Colorado Jail Association. Shawn holds an Executive Certificate in PhD studies from Liberty University and an M.A. degree in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Colorado and has been a Certified Jail Manager since 2005. He is a graduate of the National Jail Leadership Command Academy #3. His innovative programs and partnerships have been recognized by the State of Colorado and DOJ as models for other facilities.

Writer: Kimberly Cobb, MS

Mrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new staff joining the Relias Content Department. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 25 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, publication development, and training and technical assistance development and delivery.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Correctional Officers; in the following settings: Adult Community Corrections.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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Overview of Escorting and Transporting Inmates

$ 22.5 Paid $22.50 $22.50

California Board of State and Community Corrections

$ 22.5 Paid $22.50

$22.50