SECTION 351.9. Security and Control

(a) Policy. Written policies for security and control of the facility shall include the following:

(1) procedures to continue operation in the event of a work stoppage;

(2) key control;

(3) control of the use of:

(A) tools;

(B) medical equipment; and

(C) kitchen tools; and

(4) provisions to prevent firearms from entering the secure area of the facility.

(5) Written procedures for coordination with law enforcement authorities in the case of riot, rebellion, escape, or other situations requiring assistance from city, county, or state law enforcement agencies.

(b) Searches. Searches shall be conducted according to written policies limited to the following conditions:

(1) residents may be required to submit to a pat down/frisk search to prevent concealment of contraband and as necessary for facility security;

(2) residents may be required to submit to an oral cavity search to prevent concealment of contraband, to ensure the proper administration of medication, and as necessary for facility security;

(3) residents may be required to surrender their clothing and submit to a search as necessary for facility security;

(4) residents may be required to undergo an anal or genital body cavity search only if there is probable cause to believe that they are concealing contraband; and

(5) an anal or genital body cavity search may be conducted only by a physician.

(c) Special Incidents.

(1) All special incidents including, but not limited to, riots, rebellion, the taking of hostages, escapes, and assaults shall be reported in writing to the facility administrator.

(2) A copy of the report shall be placed in the permanent file of the resident(s) involved in the incident.

(d) Perimeter Security. The facility shall be constructed so that residents remain within the premises and the general public is denied access without authorization. Perimeter security shall be maintained at all times.

Source Note: The provisions of this §351.9 adopted to be effective September 1, 2003, 28 TexReg 2953