Date Issued
Submitting OIG
Louisiana Legislative Auditor
Agencies Reviewed/Investigated
State of Louisiana
Report Number
40200023
Report Description
The purpose of this audit was to provide information on the Department of Public Safety and Corrections’ (DOC) response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the correctional facilities it oversees. Overall, DOC faced multiple issues and challenges in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. DOC protocols complied with CDC guidance in the areas of testing, medical isolation, screening, visitation, personal protective equipment, social distancing, and transfers. However, it did not have processes to verify that correctional facilities implemented these protocols.
Report Type
Audit
Agency Wide
Yes
Location
LA
United States
Professional Standard
Other
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0