When cell extractions are performed, even if everything, including the preplanning and the force used, was within policy, consistent with training, well supervised, and objectively reviewed, excessive force complaints as well as lawsuit litigation often follows. In short, cell extractions are a risk management nightmare.

This scenario and video based classroom presentation covers common statutes and rules affecting operations and staff. It also covers case law relating to the duty to attend to the serious medical needs of inmates and the legal duty to intervene to prevent inmates from self-harm, as well as harm at the hands of another, including jail staff.

TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE: To bring awareness to the dangers of prone restraint and to provide participants with the knowledge and skill to help avoid in-custody deaths from asphyxiation.