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Policy 724Santa Ana Police Department Custody Manual Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2024/02/21, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Ana Police Department***DRAFT*** Medical Equipment and Supply Control - 1Medical Equipment and Supply Control 724.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE This policy outlines the control and inventory policy to be utilized in accounting for all medical equipment and supplies. Medical equipment and supplies can pose a hazard for both the incarcerated person population and the staff. Unauthorized possession of medical equipment and supplies constitutes possession of contraband. Unauthorized use of medical equipment and supplies violates incarcerated person rules detailed in the incarcerated person handbook. Since it is necessary to have a well-stocked medical space within the secure perimeter of the facility, there must be a plan to ensure that equipment and medical supplies are accounted for and tightly controlled. 724.2 POLICY It is the policy of this department that all contraband, defined as including, but not limited to, medical equipment, including sharps, dental instruments, needles and other items must be tightly controlled so they cannot be used as weapons or to facilitate the injection of drugs or other substances. Additionally, these tools and supplies must be controlled to prevent exposure to biohazards. 724.3 STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES It is the responsibility of the Jail Administrator to ensure that the incarcerated person handbook clearly defines the unauthorized possession and/or use of contraband as a rule violation that may result in discipline. The Responsible Physician or the authorized designee shall create and maintain an inventory log for all medical equipment and supplies. This log will be utilized by medical personnel who work within the facility to track and control medical equipment and supplies. When not in use, all medical equipment and supplies shall be stored in a secure manner to prevent unauthorized access. At the beginning of each shift, the qualified health care professional shall inventory the medical supplies and equipment within their control. Any time a disposable item is used, the log shall reflect its use and disposal. At the end of each shift, the qualified health care professional will conduct another inventory using the supply and equipment log, and reconcile any disposable supplies used during their shift. If there is a discrepancy that indicates that medical supplies or equipment are missing, the Shift Supervisor shall be immediately notified. The Shift Supervisor shall initiate a search for the missing supplies and/or equipment. The Shift Supervisor shall document the incident and any actions taken and provide the Jail Administrator with a complete report.