What are the training requirements for PREA leadership and line staff?

• A. Leadership and line staff are not required to receive PREA training.
• B. ONLY LEADERSHIP requires PREA training; line staff do not require it.
• C. Leadership and line staff must receive appropriate PREA training, including policy interpretation, reporting, and response procedures.
• D. PREA training is optional for all staff.

Answer: (C)

The requirement is that both leadership and line staff receive PREA training that fits their roles. Leadership needs training to interpret policies, oversee implementation, and ensure that reporting and response procedures are followed consistently. Line staff need practical instruction on recognizing potential abuse or harassment, knowing how to report it promptly, and understanding how to respond in line with established procedures. This combination ensures that the facility has clear guidance from the top and competent, prepared staff on the ground to protect inmates and maintain accountability. Statements that training isn’t required, or that only one group must be trained, ignore the standards that call for comprehensive, role-appropriate training for all staff.