(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.
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