I hope this message finds you well and that your week is going smoothly.
I am reaching out to gather information regarding your facility's policies and procedures related to dayroom (tier) operations within General Population housing units. Specifically, I am interested in understanding how your agency manages cell door status during designated dayroom periods.
If you would be willing to share, I would appreciate any guidance on the following:
- During dayroom/tier time, are cell doors typically required to remain open, or are inmates required to keep their doors closed?
- If cell doors are secured during dayroom, what provisions, if any, are in place for restroom access or other necessary movement?
- Does your agency's practice align with or reference any specific case law, legal standards, or regulatory guidance regarding cell door status during these periods?
- If available, could you please provide a copy of your written policy, directive, or standard operating procedure that addresses cell door management during dayroom/tier time?
The information you provide will be valuable in helping us assess and potentially enhance our own operational practices.