Policy Text
CATEGORY DATE ADOPTED LAST REVIEW
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TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
PS122 – Sleep Rooms 1 PS122 SLEEP ROOM
PS122.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The Police Department has provided a location designated for Department personnel to sleep or
rest following extended working hours, court appearances, or other work -related activities
making it difficult for personnel to return to their home to sleep. Thi s program will assist
employees to better utilize their professional and personal time, mutually benefiting the
employee and the Department by providing employees the ability to receive adequate rest prior
to resuming their duties. These rooms are not desi gned for long term stays and shall only be
used as directed by this S.O.P.
PS122.1.2 ACCREDITATION STANDARDS
This p rocedure pertains to the following CALEA Standards: N/A
This procedure pertains to the following General Orders: N/A
PS122.2 USE OF SLE EP ROOMS
The Sleep Room may be used by employees in the following situations:
a) There is insufficient time to return home for rest prior to returnin g to duty or appearing in
court;
b) An emergency or unusual occurrence which precludes the employee from leaving the
station to return home for rest;
c) An ongoing investigation which requires an employee to be at the station for an
extended period of time (usually beyond 16 hours);
d) Field personnel whom a supervisor has determined are t oo fatigued to continue wo rking;
e) For rest periods, with supervisor approval.
PS122.3 PROCEDURE
There is one Sleep Room located on the first floor in the west hallway. The Sleep Room is
located across from the Fleet Office closest to the rear emergency exit . Each Sleep Room is for
use by either male or female employees. The rooms shall be available on a “first come, first
served” basis.
Prior to usage, employees shall obtain the on -duty Watch Commander’s authorization and
advise Communications they will be using the Sleep Room. Employees shall sign in on the
Sleep Room Log in the Watch Commander’s Office.
Employees shall place bedding on a bed prior to using it for rest or sleeping. The Department
shall provide bedding for each employee utilizing the Sleep Room. The bedding will be stored in
CATEGORY DATE ADOPTED LAST REVIEW
1 05/02/2016 05/0 1/2022
TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
PS122 – Sleep Rooms 2 the desi gnated container provided in the room. Employees may also use a sleeping bag in place
of sheets. Bedding shall consist of:
a) Fitted Sheet ;
b) Flat Sheet ;
c) Blanket;
d) Pillow;
e) Pillow Case .
When finished using the Sleep Room, it shall be the responsibility of the employee to remove all
used bedding and place it in the hamper provided in the room. All personal items or bedding
shall be removed from the Sleep Room. Employees who use a Sleep Room will be responsible
to leave the room in the same or better conditi on than found.
When leaving the Sleep Room, the employee will notify the Watch Commander and
Communications to advise they have vacated the Sleep Room. The employee will also be
required to sign out on the Sleep Room Log.
PS122.4 REGULATIONS AND PROHIBITIONS
a) Personnel shall remain modestly clothed while using the Sleep Rooms. Sleeping attire
should minimally include gym style shorts and a tee shirt or Lycra type exercise top. This
includes when the employee temporarily leaves the sleep room, i.e. to use the restroom;
b) Department personnel without authorization shall not enter the Sleep Room to visit or
communicate with authorized personnel using the rooms;
c) The Sleep Room is a City facility and as such, all City and Police Department rules
apply. Per sonnel shall be particularly courteous of others using the Sleep Rooms;
d) The Sleep Rooms are not to be utilized as Lactation Rooms, storage areas or other
unintended uses;
e) Food is not permitted in the Sleep Room . Water and other beverages are permitted;
f) The use of alcohol is not permitted in the Sleep Room ;
g) Smoking is not permitted within the Sleep Room or adjacent areas;
h) Alarm clocks are provided and personnel using the Sleep Room shall be responsible for
their own wake -up time;
i) The storage of clothing, bedding, or other personal items shall not be permitted in the
Sleep Room beyond the duration of its immediate use;
j) The Sleep Room shall not be used by anyone other than Police Department personnel;
k) The Sleep Room shall not be used on a regular basis b y employee s wishing to avoid
commuting.
PS122.5 WATCH COMMA NDER RESPONSIBILITY
It is the responsibility of the on -duty Watch Commander to:
a) Ensure the Sleep Room Log is cu rrent and complete at all times;
CATEGORY DATE ADOPTED LAST REVIEW
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TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
PS122 – Sleep Rooms 3 b) Periodically inspect the unoccupied Sleep Room to ensure proper maintenance and
cleanliness;
c) Report any repair or maintenance issues to the Facilities Supervisor ;
d) Ensure the Sleep Room is vacated in an emergency requiring