Barbara is a yard officer.She notices that several inmates are banding together in groups by race, ethnicity, and gang affiliation.She alerts the rest of the staff that she is concerned that there may be problems brewing, and asks for additional staff to be sent to the yard.What was Barbara doing?

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Barbara was "reading the yard," which means she was observing inmate behavior and dynamics to identify potential issues or conflicts. This is a common practice among correctional officers to maintain safety and order.

Barbara Is a Yard Officer