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MJ/RCCC
OPERATIONS ORDER
Use of The WRAP Restraint Device
The purpose of this Order is to provide procedures for the use of The WRAP at the Main
Jail and the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center (RCCC) in accordance with California
Code of Regulations, Title 15 , Section 1058.
I. Policy
The WRAP is a restraint device. It shall only be used on inmates/arrestees who display
behavior that results in the destruction of property or reveal an intent to cause physical
harm to self or others. Physical restraints should be utilized only when it appears less
restrictive alternatives would be ineffective in controlling the disorder ly behavior. The
WRAP shall not be used as a form of discipline or as a substitution for treatment. Sworn
staff utilizing The WRAP shall be trained in the proper use of the device.
II. General Information
A. The WRAP is a restraint device which immobilizes an inmate’s/arrestee’s
extremities and/or prevents the inmate from bein g ambulatory.
B. Other restraint devices that may be utilized with The WRAP are:
1. Handcuffs
2. WRAP Carry CART
3. Protective helmet
4. WRAP Extradition Transport Harness
III. Procedures and Observation of Restrained Inmates/Arrestees
A. Custody staff shall follow these procedures when restraining
inmates/arrestees, who threaten or display behavior that results in the
destruction of property or reveal an intent to cause physical harm to self or
others, in The WRAP.
1. Inmates/arrestees shall only be placed in the WRAP with the
approval of the watch commander, absent exigent circumstances.
2. A custody supervisor shall be present while an inmate/arrestee is
being placed in the WRAP , absent exigent circumstances.
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MJ/RCCC a. The WRAP shall not be use d in a manner that would cause
unnecessary injury or discomfort. Only sworn staff shall apply
and remove the restraints. Sworn staff placing an
inmate/arrestee into the WRAP Carry Cart shall always
thoroughly search the inmate/arrestee and double -lock an d
check all handcuffs to reduce the risk of injury to the
inmate/arrestee .
b. A “Spit Net” should be used when appropriate to prevent
spitting or biting.
c. Any incident resulting in an inmate/arrestee being placed in
The WRAP will be video recorded , absent exigent
circumstances .
d. Safety Officer – One member of the WRAP application team
will be responsible for monitoring the well -being of the
inmate/arrestee . The Safety Officer should be in a position to
constantly monitor signs of life, (i.e. breathing, chec king pulse,
etc.) and communicate to the other team members if the
inmate/arrestee is in a medical crisis. When possible, the
Safety Officer should avoid being involved in the actual
application of the WRAP unless ne cessary .
e. A safety helmet should be util ized when possible to protect
the inmate/arrestee from intentionally attempting to harm
themselves.
f. Inmates/Arrestee s may be placed in The WRAP with their
hands handcuffed behind their back or with the
inmate/arrestee s arms handcuffed to the front of the WRAP .
(1) If it becomes necessary to hold the inmate/arrestee
handcuffed behind the back for more than one hour,
the prisoner should be released and re -handcuffed to
the front.
(2) If this is not feasible, the reason should be noted on the
Custody Log sheet.
g. While in The WRAP , an inmate/arrestee shall be housed
alone or in an area that will protect him/her from abuse.
h. Custody staff shall notify a custody supervisor and request
medical staff if the inmate’s/arrestee ’s condition appears to
deteriorate.
i. In addition to the cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
equipment that is maintained at each medical station, rescue
breathing “pocket” masks and Automated External
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MJ/RCCC Defibrillators are strategically placed throughout each facility ,
available for rapid emerge ncy response in the event that CPR
is necessary.
j. A custody supervisor shall ensure the inmate’s/arrestee ’s
sanitary needs are met.
3. A medical evaluation shall be requested and conducted, if possible,
within the first fifteen (15) minutes and every two hours thereafter.
Inmates/arrestees restrained in The WRAP for a period exceeding
six (6) hours shall require a medical evaluation prior to continuance
of such restraints.
a. Medical evaluations will include a check of vital signs,
circulation, need for exercisi ng extremities. Each medical
evaluation will be documented.
b. Only sworn custody staff shall adjust restraints if needed.
c. Inmates/Arrestee s in The WRAP must be provided all the
necessary food and fluid requirements. During the medical
evaluation the nurse will ensure that the inmate/arrestee