SYNOPSIS:
o This course of instruction covers the duties, roles and responsibilities of a LE or Civilian Jailer who has been appointed by the Sheriff.

Job duties of Jailers typically include:
o inmate processing
o maintaining order in the jail and invoking disciplinary measures when necessary.
o In addition, a county jailer may also perform cell searches for drugs and other contraband, inspect the facility for cleanliness and stand guard during exercise periods.

TOPIC TO BE DISCUSSED:
o Professionalism in the Corrections environment
o Review of applicable RSMo's
o Threat Assessment / Risk Management
o Jail Screening Operations
o Hidden Threats / Disguised Weapons
o Handcuffing/Restraint Techniques
o Use of Force Overview
o Communication & Conflict Resolution / Dealing with Difficult People / De-escalation Strategies
o Suspicious Package Handling
o CPR / First Aid / AED / Narcan / Bloodborne Pathogens
o Officer Survival : Ambush Survival / Choke Hold Defense / Defending against Weapon Grabs / Warrior Mindset