(a) Any event or activity occurring within the jurisdiction of institutions or parole regions which may be of immediate interest or concern to the department, or of special interest to other governmental agencies or the news media, will be immediately reported by institution and region staff by telephone to the office of the Secretary or to the departmental duty officer. Wardens and superintendents will submit a written report of the incident to the Secretary within 24 hours of the verbal notice. Parole regions will submit written reports in accordance with timelines established by the Director, Division of Adult Parole Operations.

(b) Incidents to be reported include, but are not limited to, all serious crimes such as homicide or severe assaults upon or by inmates, parolees or employees, escapes, and sensational activities or events such as riots, strikes, demonstrations, disturbances, or disruption of essential services, and significant damage or destruction of state property.