Census of inmates shall be counted by corrections officers in what manner, at least once per day?

• A. Physically
• B. Visually
• C. Electronically
• D. Annually

Answer: (A)

A daily census is about making sure every inmate is present and in the correct location, so corrections officers perform a physical headcount. This hands-on check verifies each person and cross-checks against the roster and housing assignments, catching any discrepancies right away and enabling rapid safety responses if someone is missing or out of place.

Relying on a visual count can miss inmates who are hidden, out of sight, or moving between locations, making it less reliable. Electronic counts can help, but they don’t replace the need for a direct, physical verification and may fail or be bypassed. An annual count would leave a long gap in accountability and security.