What is prohibited for employees regarding post equipment after leaving their assigned post?

Taking post equipment off post is prohibited for employees because it is essential to maintain control and security over all equipment that is necessary for the operation of the facility. This policy helps ensure that tools and equipment are available for their intended use, promoting safety, accountability, and efficiency within the correctional environment. By keeping equipment within the designated area, the risks of loss, theft, or misuse are minimized. Maintaining integrity in the handling of equipment is critical in adhering to the protocols that help safeguard both employees and inmates.

Using equipment outside of work hours, loaning it to colleagues, and cleaning it after use may have their own regulations or guidelines, but the key concern with taking equipment off post is related directly to security and operational effectiveness.