Correctional Officer Basic Training Practice Test

What does an underground kite involve?

1. A method of sneaking contraband past guards

2. Getting an employee to deliver something for an inmate

3. An unauthorized meeting between inmates

4. A technique for signaling to other inmates

The correct answer is: Getting an employee to deliver something for an inmate

An underground kite refers to a method by which inmates communicate with individuals outside the correctional facility, specifically through the use of staff members to convey messages or smuggle contraband. This method often exploits the trust and authority of correctional employees, who may unwittingly or deliberately deliver items, messages, or contraband to inmates or relay information back to them. Understanding this concept is crucial for correctional officers, as it highlights the potential vulnerabilities in communication systems within a facility. Effective training helps officers recognize and prevent such actions, ensuring that security protocols are upheld. While the other options describe methods related to inmate interaction or contraband movement, they do not accurately capture the specific role of correctional employees in the communication process that defines an underground kite. Thus, recognizing the unique element of inmate influence over staff in this scenario is essential for maintaining safety and discipline in correctional facilities.