All Staff Call-In

Working in a prison setting is not for the faint of heart.  We attend training constantly, review policies and procedures and hold drills.  We prepare for the worst in hopes that we'll never have to do the "real thing."

Today was a drill, but it had all the adrenaline and chaos of the real thing.  The simulation had two inmates escaping the facility, but not before they assaulted a staff member and took two staff hostage.  The all-staff call-in was initiated and a command post was set up.  Staff arrived at the staging area, incident command and operations issued assignments, local law enforcement, highway patrol and other agencies responded.  

There were issues, of course, but that's the reason we hold drills such as the one we did today. 

I'm very proud of the staff and the professionalism they portray each and every day.  Although everyone knew it was a drill, everyone took it quite  seriously.  Veteran staff paired with new staff, constructive criticism accepted graciously, and teamwork between staff was amazing.

I'm very proud of the staff and the amazing work they do each and every day.   I know that if the "real thing" were to ever happen, we'll be ready.

Comments

Rob said…
How often do you guys conduct such drills. Man, Sherry, I sure don't envy the job that you and your people do so well every day. I would imagine that it takes a special type of person to cope with that kind of work stress. Good on you lady!
May 11, 2017 at 7:28 PM
Sherry said…
We conduct simulations/drills of a smaller scale, within the institution, on a monthly or semi-monthly basis. Drills of this magnitude are done twice a year. It's amazing to witness, and the adrenaline definitely gets pumping. It is stressful, but when you work with amazing people, they become your family and you know they have your back.
May 11, 2017 at 9:35 PM
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