16 Things New Correctional Officers Get Wrong on the Job

Most new correctional officers don't fail because they're bad at the job. They fail because nobody told them what NOT to do.In this video, veteran officer Carey Randall breaks down the 16 most common mistakes new COs make — from the first day at the academy to the first year behind the gates. If you're just starting out in corrections, this could save your career.What you'll learn:Why trying to prove yourself too fast gets you hurtHow inmates identify and exploit new officers from day oneWhy making promises — even small ones — will destroy your credibilityThe policy violations that get officers fired before their first year is upHow complacency, inconsistency, and poor boundaries turn a good officer into a liabilityWhy NOT asking questions is one of the most dangerous things a new CO can doWhether you're in the academy, just graduated, or in your first year on the block — this is the video your training officer should have shown you.Subscribe for weekly correctional officer training, safety tips, and real talk from inside the bars.📌 Drop a comment below: What's the biggest mistake YOU made as a new officer?Check out my Books: https://amzn.to/4oCbHwVCheck this book out: The Set-Up: The complete Breakdown of Inmate Manipulation in Corrections: https://amzn.to/4xgrANjWith over 15 years of real-world experience behind the walls, I share proven tips, safety strategies, inmate management techniques, and career advice to help you navigate one of the toughest jobs in law enforcement. Whether you’re a new recruit preparing for the academy or a seasoned CO looking to sharpen your skills, you’ll find content here to improve your job performance and personal safety. #correctionalofficer #leo #training #fto #corrections What You’ll Learn Here:Correctional officer training and awarenessSafety tips and survival strategiesInmate communication and management skillsCareer growth and professional developmentReal prison stories and lessons learnedStay informed, stay alert, and go home safe every day. Subscribe now and join a community of correctional professionals committed to excellence.  @LOCKUPP   @AmericanCorrection   @TierTalk   @JustCorrections   @FL_Corrections   @TxDeptPublicSafety   @CACorrections   @alabamadepartmentofcorrect5560   @georgiadepartmentofpublics4630 ​