Recommendation 1
Develop behavioural benchmarks that are measurable and achievable with progress considered and documented by the Committee during monthly meetings.
Recommendation 2
Explore targeted behaviour management interventions that could be introduced in the SHU to assist prisoners to address their behaviour.
Recommendation 3
Ensure forced removal of clothing practices are consistent with COPP 11.3 – Use of Force and performed as a last resort and as a planned use of force.
Recommendation 4
Introduce a maximum tenure period for the SHU staff or identify alternative measures to mitigate the risk of grooming.
Recommendation 5
Provide enhanced mental health and trauma informed practice training to custodial staff in the SHU.
Recommendation 6
Review the format and detail within SHU Committee minutes to ensure that they are a true and accurate recording of the meeting, capturing case management discussions, decisions and actions.
Recommendation 7
Amend COPP 4.11 – Special Handling Unit to require all supporting evidence relied upon to support a decision to place a prisoner in the SHU must be included in the placement application.