Wisconsin Legislature: DOC 349.06(7)(a)

(zf) Bolts;

(zg) Mirrors;

(zh) Floor drains; and

(zi) Ceilings.

(3) Cells.

(a) This subsection applies to all cells except holding rooms. Requirements for holding rooms are specified under sub. (4).

(b) Each cell shall be designed and used for single occupancy only.

(c) Each cell shall have a floor area of ar least 54 square feet. The distance between the floor and ceiling may not be less than 8 feet and the distance between opposite walls may not be less than 6 feet.

(d) Each cell shall have:

1. A rigidly constructed metal bed with the frame bracketed to the wall or bolted to the floor or a bed built in masonry construction of a similar strength;

2. A detention strength, metal, institution-type wash basin and toilet. The wash basin and toilet may be combined in one unit. The wash basin shall have hot and cold running water; and

3. Detention strength light fixtures that provide at least 10 footcandles of illumination 30 inches above the floor. Lights shall have a dimming capability or there shall be a night light to allow for comfortable sleeping.

(4) Holding rooms.

(a) A person under arrest who is in the process of being admitted or released may be placed in a holding room for a period of time not to exceed 4 hours, but only after the decision has been made, in the case of a person being admitted, to admit the person to the lockup facility and a proper entry has been made in the register of inmates required under s. DOC 349.11 (1). Holding rooms shall be located in an area that allows continuous staff observation or electronic surveillance of inmates. Supervision shall be in accordance with the requirements of ss. 302.41 and 302.42, Stats.

(b) Holding rooms may be designed and used for multiple occupancy for inmates of the same security classification who are properly segregated as required under s. 302.36, Stats.

(d) Each holding room shall contain detention strength, rigidly constructed seats or benches bracketed to the wall or bolted to the floor or seats or benches of masonry construction of a similar strength.

(e) A detention strength, institution-type wash basin and toilet shall be provided for every 8 occupants and, for holding rooms designed for male occupancy, a urinal shall be provided.

(f) Hot and cold running water shall be provided.

(g) A holding room shall have a floor area of at least 50 square feet. The maximum capacity for a holding room with at least 50 square feet of floor space but less than 60 square feet of floor space shall be 5 persons. The maximum capacity for a larger holding room shall be one more person for every additional 10 square feet of floor space.

(5) Exterior windows.

(a) This subsection applies only to lockup facilities that have exterior windows. In this subsection,“exterior window” means any window that faces the exterior of the lockup facility or an area outside the secure detention area of the lockup facility.

(b) All exterior windows shall be translucent or shall be located to prevent persons outside the secure detention area of the lockup facility from observing inmates within the lockup.

(c) Each exterior window that has an opening in any direction in excess of 51⁄2 inches shall be covered with security steel grills to prevent escape.

(d) If an exterior window is accessible to inmates and opens, the window shall be mounted in a detention strength frame and shall be covered on the inside with a security screen of at least 1600 pound per lineal inch tensile strength and made of at least .047 mil. diameter wire to prevent the passage of contraband.

(e) If an exterior window is not accessible to inmates and opens, the window’s security screen need not meet the requirements of par. (d), but the screen shall have a tensile strength of at least 800 pounds per lineal inch and shall be made of wire of at least .028 mil. diameter.

(f) If an exterior window does not open, whether or not it is accessible to inmates, the security screen required under par. (d) or (e) may be omitted it the window is mounted in a detention strength frame and the pane is security glass of sufficient strength to resist breakage and prevent the passage of contraband.

(6) Exterior approaches. The exterior of the lockup and approaches to the lockup shall be well lighted at night to permit observation of persons approaching the building.

(7) Walls.

(a) Walls on the exterior of the lockup shall be constructed of reinforced concrete or fully grouted concrete block at least 8 inches thick, or the walls shall be constructed of materials of similar strength which provide equivalent security.

(b) Walls in the interior of the lockup shall be constructed of reinforced concrete or fully grouted concrete block at least 6 inches thick, or the walls shall be constructed of materials of similar strength which provide equivalent security.

(8) Ceilings. Ceilings in areas accessible to inmates shall be constructed of pre-cast concrete or flat steel of at least 3/16 inch thickness, or ceilings shall be constructed of materials of similar strength which provide equivalent security.

(9) Doors and locks.

(a) Every door that leads to the exterior of the lockup facility or to an area outside the secure detention area of the lockup shall have a sill designed to prevent the introduction of contraband.

(b) Every door entering into the secure detention area of the lockup shall be of detention strength. Each of these doors shall have a vision panel or other means of observation to permit identification of individuals before they enter the secure detention area of the lockup and to allow observation of the area before entering it. If the vision panel has an opening in any direction in excess of 51⁄2 inches, the opening shall be covered with detention strength steel grills to prevent escape.

(c) If locks to cell or holding room doors have an electric release, the electric release shall have a mechanical emergency release. The mechanical emergency release may be by key at the cell door provided that the inmate does not have access to the key hole mechanism.

(10) Access to controls. Inmates may not have access to plumbing, wiring, vents, thermostats, switches or controls.

History: Cr. Register, January, 1990, No. 409, eff. 2-1-90.

DOC 349.07 Physical environment of existing lockups.

(1) This section applies to lockups that were constructed before February 1, 1990 and have not been substantially remodeled on or after February 1, 1990.

(2) Each cell shall be designed and used for single occupancy only.

(3) Each cell shall be at least 5-1⁄2 feet wide and 7-1⁄2 feet long and provide 400 cubic feet of air space.

(4) Each cell shall contain a rigidly constructed metal bed with the frame bracketed to the wall or bolted to the floor or a bed built in masonry construction of similar strength, a prison-type wash bowl a prison-type toilet. The supply of water shall be adequate.

(5) All windows accessible to prisoners shall be covered with a heavy gauge screen of 1⁄4″ mesh or less or a detention screen to prevent passage of contraband.

(6) An approved security door with a security glass observation opening shall be provided for each entrance into the secure detention area of a lockup facility. The door may not be unlocked except to admit authorized persons and inmates.

(7) A modern detention strength locking device shall be installed on each security door.

(8) The exterior of and approaches to the lockup shall be well lighted at night to permit observation of persons approaching the building.

History: Cr. Register, January, 1990, No. 409, eff. 2-1-90; emerg. and r. and recr. eff. 3-19-90; r. and recr. November, 1990, No. 419, eff. 12-1-90.

DOC 349.08 Sanitation and hygiene.

(1) Except when an inmate’s safety would be jeopardized and the inmate has been identified as having a special problem under s. DOC 349.12, the lockup administrator shall provide:

(a) Clean cloth towels or paper towels and soap to each inmate upon request;

(b) Upon request, toilet articles sufficient for the maintenance of inmate cleanliness and hygiene, including toothpaste, a toothbrush, a comb, toilet paper and basic feminine hygiene materials. There shall be no common use of towels, toothbrushes, combs, shaving materials or feminine hygiene materials;

(c) Adequate and appropriate clothing and footwear for an inmate whose clothing has been confiscated, for use while the inmate is in custody;

(d) Clean blankets to each inmate upon request during normal sleeping hours. Blankets shall be laundered or sterilized before reissue; and

(e) When an inmate is detained overnight, a mattress at least 3 inches thick and of proper size to fit the bed. Each mattress and each pillow shall be covered with fire retardant, waterproof, easy-to-sanitize material. Mattresses and pillows shall be kept in good repair and in a clean and sanitary condition. Suppliers of mattresses and pillows shall provide evidence to the lockup administrator that the products are fire retardant, waterproof and easy to clean.

(2) Each cell shall be cleaned and the toilet area sanitized after an occupant is released. Each holding room shall be cleaned and the toilet area sanitized at least twice a week.

(3) If the facility where the lockup is located has a kitchen where food is prepared for inmates, the kitchen shall meet the requirements for food service and dishwashing provided in ss. DHS 190.09 and 190.10.

(4) All food served to inmates shall be clean, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and misbranding and safe for human consumption.

History: Cr. Register, January, 1990, No. 409, eff. 2-1-90; emerg. am. (1), eff. 3-19-90; am. (1) (intro.) and (b), Register, November, 1990, No. 419, eff. 12-1-90; correction in (3) made under s. 13.93 (2m) (b) 7., Stats., Register December 2006 No. 612; corrections in (3) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register June 2011 No. 666.

DOC 349.09 Health care.

(1) The lockup administrator shall provide or secure necessary medical treatment for persons in custody, including treatment for inmates who appear to be seriously ill or injured, inmates who exhibit significant mental or emotional distress and inmates who appear to be so significantly under the influence of a controlled substance or alcohol as to have impaired functioning.

(2) The lockup administrator shall provide or secure emergency dental care for inmates.

(3) No prescription medication or treatment may be administered to an inmate unless prescribed by a physician. If a nurse or physician is not available, lockup staff may deliver prescribed doses of oral medication at prescribed times.

(4) Any medications kept at the lockup shall be stored in a secure area that is not accessible to inmates.

(5) If an inmate dies or becomes acutely ill while in custody, the next of kin shall be notified as soon as possible.

(6) An itemized list shall be kept for 90 days of all food and beverages served during normal meal times.

(7) Medical records shall be kept separate from other records and shall be maintained in a confidential manner in accordance with ss. 146.81 to 146.83, Stats., and any other applicable state or federal laws.

History: Cr. Register, January, 1990, No. 409, eff. 2-1-90; r. (1) and (5), renum. (2) to (4) and (6) to (8) to be (1) to (6), cr. (7), Register, December, 1992, No. 444, eff. 1-1-93.

DOC 349.10 Fire safety.

(1) Each lockup shall have and shall properly maintain fire alarms, smoke and thermal detectors, fire extinguishers, fire attack equipment and self-contained breathing apparatuses which operate for at least 30 minutes. This equipment shall be placed in the lockup facility in accordance with the advice of the local fire department.

(2) Each lockup shall develop written policies on fire protection, evacuation, including evacuation of persons with disabilities, and training of staff in equipment use and evacuation. The policies shall comply with local fire department recommendations.

(3) The evacuation route developed as part of the evacuation policy under sub. (2) shall be posted in a conspicuous place for lockup staff within the lockup facility.

(4) The lockup administrator shall arrange for a fire inspection by the local fire department at least once every 6 months. Documentation of fire inspections shall be included in facility files.

History: Cr. Register, January, 1990, No. 409, eff. 2-1-90.

DOC 349.11 Records and reporting.

(1) Register of inmates. Each lockup shall keep a register of all inmates. The register shall contain identifying information on each inmate that includes name, residence, age, sex, date of birth, race, time and date of confinement, cause and authority for the confinement, time and date of release, and the releasing authority. If an inmate escapes from confinement, the date, time and manner of the escape shall be recorded in the register.

(2) Lockup log. Each lockup shall have a log which shall include the information required in s. DOC 349.12 (1) and (5). The log shall be maintained by shift on a daily basis.

(3) Storage of records. Records shall be kept in a secure area.

(4) Reporting requirements.

(a) The lockup administrator shall notify the division’s regional detention facilities specialist within 48 hours after any of the following events occur:

1. An inmate dies;

2. An inmate attempts suicide and is admitted to a hospital, not including an emergency room admission or admission for detention and evaluation under ch. 51, Stats., or is provided medical treatment for a life-threatening injury incurred as a result of the suicide attempt;

3. An inmate has received an injury and is hospitalized due to the injury;

4. An inmate escapes or attempts to escape from confinement; or

5. There is any significant damage to the lockup affecting the safety or security of the lockup.

(b) Information requested by the division shall be promptly furnished by the lockup administrator.

History: Cr. Register, January, 1990, No. 409, eff. 2-1-90; emerg. r. and recr. (4) (a), eff. 3-19-90; r. and recr. (4) (a), Register, November, 1990, No. 419, eff. 12-1-90.

DOC 349.12 Security.

(1) Lockup staff shall physically inspect all areas of the lockup occupied by inmates at irregular intervals but at least once every 60 minutes during the day and night, to ensure that inmates are in custody and are safe, except that areas occupied by inmates who have been identified by lockup staff as having a special problem, such as mental disturbance, a suicidal tendency or severe alcohol or drug withdrawal, shall be physically inspected at least once every 15 minutes. Lockup staff shall record each inspection in the lockup log, including the time of the inspection and the inspecting staff member’s initials.