Two responsibilities of correctional officers?

• A. Safety and security
• B. Education and rehabilitation
• C. Medical care
• D. Law enforcement

Answer: (A)

The essential duty of correctional officers is to keep people safe and the facility secure. They supervise inmates, enforce rules, control inmate movements, conduct searches, perform headcounts, and respond to disturbances or emergencies to prevent harm and maintain order. While education/rehabilitation programs and medical care are important parts of the corrections system, they’re typically handled by specialized staff (educators, counselors, medical professionals) rather than the officers themselves. Similarly, law enforcement authority exists in the broader criminal justice system, but inside a facility the officers’ primary function is custodial: safety and security.