83 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 8, § 019

Current through September 17, 2024
Section 83-8-019 - Key Control

The facility shall have a key control system which includes, at a minimum, the following provisions:

019.01 All keys not issued to employees shall be stored in a secure depository which is inaccessible to unauthorized persons at all times;
019.02 There shall be an accounting procedure for the issuance and return of keys;
019.03 There shall be a procedure for reporting and repair of any broken key or lock;
019.04 A duplicate set of keys shall be maintained in a separate, secure place;
019.05 Juveniles shall be prohibited from handling keys which operate perimeter security locks. Juveniles may use some internal door keys if they are trained and appropriately authorized to do so by facility's policy;
019.06 Emergency keys shall be readily accessible for issuance in accordance with emergency procedures;
019.07 A key inventory shall be maintained in which each lock is identified with its location, number of keys available, and key labels recorded; and
019.08 Precautions shall be made to ensure the security of non-key operated locks such as electrical switches or mechanical levers.

83 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 8, § 019