Sec. 8.
Not later than October 1, 2004 and as often as necessary after that, the council shall approve minimum standards and requirements for local corrections officers with respect to the following:
(a) Recruitment, selection, and certification of new local corrections officers based upon at least, but not limited to, work experience, educational achievement, and physical and mental fitness.
(b) New employee and continuing training programs.
(c) Recertification process.
(d) Course content of the vocational certificate program, the central training academy, and continuing training programs. The course content shall include education and training on how to identify and manage prisoners with a mental illness.
(e) Decertification process.
History: 2003, Act 125, Eff. Oct. 1, 2003
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 791 - Department of Corrections
Act 125 of 2003 - Local Corrections Officers Training Act (791.531 - 791.546)
Section 791.531 - Short Title.
Section 791.532 - Definitions.
Section 791.534 - Qualifications and Appointment of Members; Vacancy; Reappointment; Terms.
Section 791.536 - Holding Public Office or Employment; Disqualification Prohibited.
Section 791.537 - Administrative Support Services.
Section 791.538 - Standards and Requirements.
Section 791.540 - Annual Report.
Section 791.541 - Local Corrections Officer; Certification.
Section 791.542 - Local Corrections Officer; Evidence of Employment; Certification.
Section 791.543 - Local Corrections Officer; Certification; Conditions.
Section 791.543a - Collective Bargaining Agreement; Temporary Transfer or Assignment.