CDCR MAJOR 1 EXAM STUDY GUIDE
2025/2026 ACCURATE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES || 100% GUARANTEED PASS
<BRAND NEW VERSION>
1. Professional ethics - ANSWER ✓ Standards of behaviror associated with a
chosen career, often codified into a written document of principles
2. Personal values - ANSWER ✓ Learned from family, friends, church, and
school. Includes honesty, keeping your word, keeping a secret
3. CDCR mission statement - ANSWER ✓ We enhance public safety through
safe and secure incarceration of offenders, effective parole supervision, and
rehabilitative strategies to successfully reintegrate offenders into our
communities.
4. CDCR seven values - ANSWER ✓ Service, leadership, integrity,
accountability, respect, trust, and collaboration
5. Four components of professionalism - ANSWER ✓ A recognized body of
knowledge, code of ethics to regulate the conduct of its members, a common
set of principles and societal goals, and a spirit of service to the public
6. What are california department of corrections and rehabilatation's use of
force policy? - ANSWER ✓ It is the police of CDCR's division of adult
institution to accomplish the departamental functions with Minimal Reliance
on the Use of Force. Employees may use reasonable force as requiered in the
performance of their duties.
,7. Identify the definition of reasonable force. - ANSWER ✓ Is force than
objective, trained and competent correctional employee, face with similar
facts and circumstances, would consider necessary and reasonable to.
8. Identify the definition of unnecessary force - ANSWER ✓ Force is use when
None is required or appropriate.
9. Identify the definition of excessive force - ANSWER ✓ Is the use of more
force than is objective or reasonable to accomplish a lawful purpose.
10.Identify the definition of deadly force. - ANSWER ✓ Any force that is like
to results in death.
11.Identify the definition of non deadly force. - ANSWER ✓ Any use of force
that isnot likely to result in death.
12.Identify when Reasonable force as defined in the use of force police may be
used. - ANSWER ✓ Gain compliance with a lawful order
Overcome resistence
Effect custody
Subdue an attacker
Goes
13.Identify the definition of immediate use if force. - ANSWER ✓ Is force used
to respond without delay to inmate behavior that constitutes an imminent
threat to institution security or the safety of persons.
14.Identify the definition of controlled use of force. - ANSWER ✓ Force used
in an institution setting, when an inmate's presence or conduct poses a threat
to safety or security and the inmate is located in an area that can be
controlled or isolated.
15.Identify the definition of non conventional use of force - ANSWER ✓ Force
that utilizes techniques or instruments that are not specifically authorized in
policy, procedures, or training.
16.Properly sequence the following four response steps to situations. -
ANSWER ✓ 1- quickly assess the circumstances
, 2- objectively identify your options
3- choose the appropriate option for correcting the inmate behavior
4- take action
ODDA
17.Identify what questions to ask when assigned to a new post. - ANSWER ✓ -
What is the "post" number?
-What time does the shift start?
-Do I relieve someone?
-Where is the post located?
18.Identify which items are required for you to bring into the institution -
ANSWER ✓ • Proper uniform, belt, leather gear, etc.
• CDCR ID card
• Personal CPR mouth shield
• Whistle
• Weapons qualification card (commonly referred to as a "gold card")
• Protective vest
• Chits (8-10; varies by institution)
• Duty belt, key clip, personal alarm device (PAD) holder, MK9 holder,
handcuff case, etc.
19.Identify which personal items are authorized for you to bring into the
institution. - ANSWER ✓ • Personal keys
• Driver's license
• Lunch box; igloo type cooler (plastic or soft sided)
• Thermos or water bottle, generally one gallon • A notebook and pen
20.Identify which personal items are not authorized for you to bring into the
institution. - ANSWER ✓ • Briefcases or attached cases (unauthorized for
non-supervisory staff)
• Pocket knives (regardless of blade length)
• Personal electronic devices (i.e., cell phones, gaming devices, smart
watches, etc.)
• Handbags or purses
• Any extra clothing
• Personal tools (includes metal eating utensils)
• Glass beverage or glass food containers
• Personal restraint equipment; handcuff keys
, • Personal weapons
• Newspapers, magazines
• Anything that might jeopardize the safety and security of the
institution
21.Identify the actions to take when reporting to your assignment. - ANSWER
✓ • Sign in on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sheet
• Receive equipment
• Review logbook entries
• Read post orders
• Conduct security check • Inventory (if applicable)
22.Identify what to look for when conducting a security check. A security check
is a visual and physical check of your area. Things you should look for
during your security check are: - ANSWER ✓ • Anyone hurt or injured
(injury sustained while playing basketball or shaving.)
• Any unusual behavior.
• Damaged or altered equipment.
• Status of emergency systems.
• Fire hazards.
• Evidence of potential escape.
23.Status of emergency systems: - ANSWER ✓ • PAD activation box—a test
of alarms is normally completed on third or first watch.
• Smoke detectors
• Fire alarms
• Security indicator lights for open doors or fire exits—these exist on
control panels. Usually there is a test button, when pushed, indicates
all lamps work
24.Physical security checks: - ANSWER ✓ Physically inspect your area for IP's
tampering
• Pull or push on doors/gates to ensure they are locked/secured
. • Open cabinets and lockers to inspect the contents
. • Unlock bar boxes and inspect the levers.
• Physically inspect your area of responsibility
25.Identify the difference between professional ethics and personal values -
ANSWER ✓ Professional Ethics - Standards of behavior associated with a
2025/2026 ACCURATE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES || 100% GUARANTEED PASS
<BRAND NEW VERSION>
1. Professional ethics - ANSWER ✓ Standards of behaviror associated with a
chosen career, often codified into a written document of principles
2. Personal values - ANSWER ✓ Learned from family, friends, church, and
school. Includes honesty, keeping your word, keeping a secret
3. CDCR mission statement - ANSWER ✓ We enhance public safety through
safe and secure incarceration of offenders, effective parole supervision, and
rehabilitative strategies to successfully reintegrate offenders into our
communities.
4. CDCR seven values - ANSWER ✓ Service, leadership, integrity,
accountability, respect, trust, and collaboration
5. Four components of professionalism - ANSWER ✓ A recognized body of
knowledge, code of ethics to regulate the conduct of its members, a common
set of principles and societal goals, and a spirit of service to the public
6. What are california department of corrections and rehabilatation's use of
force policy? - ANSWER ✓ It is the police of CDCR's division of adult
institution to accomplish the departamental functions with Minimal Reliance
on the Use of Force. Employees may use reasonable force as requiered in the
performance of their duties.
,7. Identify the definition of reasonable force. - ANSWER ✓ Is force than
objective, trained and competent correctional employee, face with similar
facts and circumstances, would consider necessary and reasonable to.
8. Identify the definition of unnecessary force - ANSWER ✓ Force is use when
None is required or appropriate.
9. Identify the definition of excessive force - ANSWER ✓ Is the use of more
force than is objective or reasonable to accomplish a lawful purpose.
10.Identify the definition of deadly force. - ANSWER ✓ Any force that is like
to results in death.
11.Identify the definition of non deadly force. - ANSWER ✓ Any use of force
that isnot likely to result in death.
12.Identify when Reasonable force as defined in the use of force police may be
used. - ANSWER ✓ Gain compliance with a lawful order
Overcome resistence
Effect custody
Subdue an attacker
Goes
13.Identify the definition of immediate use if force. - ANSWER ✓ Is force used
to respond without delay to inmate behavior that constitutes an imminent
threat to institution security or the safety of persons.
14.Identify the definition of controlled use of force. - ANSWER ✓ Force used
in an institution setting, when an inmate's presence or conduct poses a threat
to safety or security and the inmate is located in an area that can be
controlled or isolated.
15.Identify the definition of non conventional use of force - ANSWER ✓ Force
that utilizes techniques or instruments that are not specifically authorized in
policy, procedures, or training.
16.Properly sequence the following four response steps to situations. -
ANSWER ✓ 1- quickly assess the circumstances
, 2- objectively identify your options
3- choose the appropriate option for correcting the inmate behavior
4- take action
ODDA
17.Identify what questions to ask when assigned to a new post. - ANSWER ✓ -
What is the "post" number?
-What time does the shift start?
-Do I relieve someone?
-Where is the post located?
18.Identify which items are required for you to bring into the institution -
ANSWER ✓ • Proper uniform, belt, leather gear, etc.
• CDCR ID card
• Personal CPR mouth shield
• Whistle
• Weapons qualification card (commonly referred to as a "gold card")
• Protective vest
• Chits (8-10; varies by institution)
• Duty belt, key clip, personal alarm device (PAD) holder, MK9 holder,
handcuff case, etc.
19.Identify which personal items are authorized for you to bring into the
institution. - ANSWER ✓ • Personal keys
• Driver's license
• Lunch box; igloo type cooler (plastic or soft sided)
• Thermos or water bottle, generally one gallon • A notebook and pen
20.Identify which personal items are not authorized for you to bring into the
institution. - ANSWER ✓ • Briefcases or attached cases (unauthorized for
non-supervisory staff)
• Pocket knives (regardless of blade length)
• Personal electronic devices (i.e., cell phones, gaming devices, smart
watches, etc.)
• Handbags or purses
• Any extra clothing
• Personal tools (includes metal eating utensils)
• Glass beverage or glass food containers
• Personal restraint equipment; handcuff keys
, • Personal weapons
• Newspapers, magazines
• Anything that might jeopardize the safety and security of the
institution
21.Identify the actions to take when reporting to your assignment. - ANSWER
✓ • Sign in on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sheet
• Receive equipment
• Review logbook entries
• Read post orders
• Conduct security check • Inventory (if applicable)
22.Identify what to look for when conducting a security check. A security check
is a visual and physical check of your area. Things you should look for
during your security check are: - ANSWER ✓ • Anyone hurt or injured
(injury sustained while playing basketball or shaving.)
• Any unusual behavior.
• Damaged or altered equipment.
• Status of emergency systems.
• Fire hazards.
• Evidence of potential escape.
23.Status of emergency systems: - ANSWER ✓ • PAD activation box—a test
of alarms is normally completed on third or first watch.
• Smoke detectors
• Fire alarms
• Security indicator lights for open doors or fire exits—these exist on
control panels. Usually there is a test button, when pushed, indicates
all lamps work
24.Physical security checks: - ANSWER ✓ Physically inspect your area for IP's
tampering
• Pull or push on doors/gates to ensure they are locked/secured
. • Open cabinets and lockers to inspect the contents
. • Unlock bar boxes and inspect the levers.
• Physically inspect your area of responsibility
25.Identify the difference between professional ethics and personal values -
ANSWER ✓ Professional Ethics - Standards of behavior associated with a
