(a) Policies and Procedures. Written policies and procedures for security and control of the facility shall include the following:
- (1) continued operations in the event of a work stoppage;
- (2) key control;
(3) control of the use of:
- (A) tools;
- (B) medical equipment; and
- (C) kitchen tools;
- (4) provisions to prevent firearms from entering the facility; and
- (5) provisions for coordination with law enforcement authorities in the case of situations requiring assistance from city, county, or state law enforcement agencies.
- (b) Carrying of Firearms in Facility Prohibited. The policy set forth in subsection (a)(4) of this section shall include a provision to prohibit a juvenile probation officer authorized to carry a firearm under §142.006 of the Texas Human Resources Code from entering the facility with a firearm.
(c) Documentation.
- (1) The facility administrator or designee shall ensure all incidents that affect the physical safety of residents or staff or otherwise significantly affect the operation of the facility are documented.
- (2) A copy of the documentation shall be placed in the file of any resident(s) involved in the incident.
Source Note:The provisions of this §355.410 adopted to be effective November 15, 2013, 38 TexReg 7973.