(a) Inmates who perform exceptional services not ordinarily a part of the inmate's regular assignment may be granted a special award regardless of the inmate's work or program status. Examples of actions which may result in the inmate being considered for a special award are the following:
- (1) An act of heroism.
- (2) Voluntary acceptance and satisfactory performance of an unusually hazardous assignment.
- (3) An act which protects the lives of employees or inmates, or the property of the United States. (This does not apply to informants.)
- (4) Suggestions which result in substantial improvements or cost-savings in institutional programs or operations.
- (5) Other exceptionally meritorious or outstanding services consistent with the general character of the preceding cases.
- (b) The special award may be given in the form of a monetary payment in addition to any other award (e.g., extra good time) given.
- (c) The Warden of each institution is empowered to approve special awards not exceeding $150. Awards in excess of this amount may not be made unless approved by the Regional Director.
[49 FR 38915, Oct. 1, 1984. Redesignated and amended at 56 FR 23478, 23479, May 21, 1991]