To coordinate response to alarms and manage the initial response to events and emergencies.
To conduct security checks on all Integrated security systems such as cameras, radios, fence alarms ensuring all defects are reported immediately to the Head of Security
To be aware of the current situation in all parts of the prison in order to aid decisions on movements and events and to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
To maintain an accurate and up to date roll count of the prison at all times and the number of prisoners in each area through movement control.
To maintain an occurrence log off all movements and incidents.
To have an up to date knowledge of the HMP/YOI Parc contingency plans
To maintain efficient operating procedures as per the local security strategy
To operate and monitor all CCTV equipment
To deal with internal/external telephone calls in a polite and professional manner
To deal with all cell intercom requests promptly and professionally ensuring all information is passed to the relevant residential area.
To control the radio net, operating the radio system in a professional manner and using the correct radio procedures in line with the local security strategy.
To receive, evaluate and report information and incidents
To control and authorise movement of prisoners, staff, contractors and vehicles within the establishment.
Issue of keys by obtaining personal tally number.
Issue of all radios
Maintain hourly checks of all keys and radios
Continual charging of radio batteries
Operation of sliding doors permitting ingress and egress both for Staff and Visitors
Maintaining vigilance of all personnel leaving the establishment
Booking in/ out of all vehicles
Searching of all vehicles entering/ exiting the prison and personnel
Maintaining roll count
Escorting all vehicles
Checking all prisoner release pass before release from Prison
Liaising with Admissions/Control on Possible emergency procedures such as Category “A” transport, Emergency Services arriving (Fire, Ambulance, Police)
Maintaining the Security of the Establishments perimeter via correct operation of the airlock system
Driving Prison Custody Officers and prisoners for external escorts.
Assist in the promotion of creating a positive Health & Safety culture across the site leading by example, this includes reporting accidents and near misses in a timely manner & follow the applicable safe systems of work for the role