Which of the following is a key component of the PREA program in a facility?

• A. A PREA program includes a dedicated coordinator, implemented policies, training, reporting, and audits.
• B. PREA requires only annual training for staff.
• C. PREA requires no coordination between departments.
• D. Policies must be posted but not followed.

Answer: (A)

A PREA program in a facility relies on a coordinated, accountable framework: there is a designated PREA Coordinator who leads the effort, policies that are actually implemented and enforced, ongoing staff training, clear reporting mechanisms for allegations, and regular audits to verify and improve compliance. The coordinator keeps different departments aligned—administration, security, medical, mental health, and investigations—so responses to any allegation are consistent and thorough. This combination ensures that protections are not just on paper but are put into practice, with training reinforcing proper procedures, reporting channels keeping concerns confidential and accessible, and audits driving ongoing improvement.

Training by itself isn’t enough; PREA standards require comprehensive education and ongoing refreshers, not just an annual session. Likewise, coordination between departments is essential for a unified response, and policies must be followed and enforced, not merely posted.