Corrections Officer Exam Part 1 – Questions & Answers
Which of the following is most important for preventing riots other
disturbances? Correct Ans - consistent enforcement of rules and
regulations.
Are inmates allowed to smoke? Correct Ans - The answer varies by
jurisdiction.
True or False: It is important for correction officers to become friendly with
inmates because it promotes understanding and mutual respect. Correct
Ans - False
Which of the following is not a valid method of rewarding or punishing
inmates? Correct Ans - Blocking mail from an inmate's attorney
While making round you recognize a new inmate as a friend from high school
you later lost contact with. You have not seen him in nearly 10 year. What
should you do? Correct Ans - Notify your supervisor
What is the most important component of a fine safety plan? Correct Ans
- Prevention
What should you do in the case of a prisoner who is unconscious and might be
having a heart attack? Correct Ans - call for medical assistance and
begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
A police officer who arrests a person is required to "read him his right," such
as the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. These right are
commonly referred to as.... Correct Ans - Miranda right.
An inmate is entitled to have his right read to him in which of the following
situation? Correct Ans - when he is separated from other inmates and
questioned about criminal activity.
What is the main function of disciplinary actions against inmates? Correct
Ans - maintaining order in the institution
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