Report on the Results of the Monitoring Visit to the Kolomyia Correctional Colony No. 41
Non-compliance with detention procedures in the Quarantine, Diagnostic, and Distribution Unit (QDDU), the formalistic use of the “Cassandra” subsystem, and the engagement of convicted persons in labour without proper documentation and remuneration have been documented. Furthermore, the absence of suitable shelter in the event of an air raid was established.
Report on the results of the monitoring visit to the Chernivtsi Remand Prison
Violations of the principles of separation, lack of actual access to a shelter during air raid alerts, a metal cage for examination in the medical unit, and other violations in our report.
Report on the Results of a Monitoring Visit to Sokyryany Correctional Colony No. 67
There is an evident lack of a transparent wage formation mechanism. During the examination of documentation, the actual exploitation of convicted persons without appropriate compensation was recorded. Additionally, the open carrying of special equipment by staff, violations of the right to adequate medical care, and other infringements were documented.
Report on the Results of a Monitoring Visit to the Romny Correctional Colony No. 56
At the facility’s production unit, occupational safety standards are violated; prisoners work in appalling conditions, the temperature in the premises does not comply with standards, and there is no access to fresh air in the workshops and work areas. Prisoners cannot state their wage amount, and medical staff do not monitor working conditions.
Report on the results of the monitoring visit to the Dnipropetrovsk Multidisciplinary Hospital No. 4
The isolation ward for persons with mental health disorders does not meet established requirements. The furniture has sharp corners, which poses a potential danger to patients. Bedding and mattresses require replacement; mould has formed on the ceilings and walls due to excessive humidity and water seepage.
Report on the results of the monitoring visit to the Dnipropetrovsk Specialized Tuberculosis Hospital No. 89
The institution’s administration has introduced a practice of cutting off electricity in the hospital’s wards, as a result of which convicted persons are forced to remain without light for 15 hours a day. Instances of improper documentation of bodily injuries have been established. Complaints regarding the quality of food have been received from the convicted persons.
Report on the results of a monitoring visit to the Dnipro Correctional Colony No. 89
During the visit to the dormitories of the SPS (Socio-Psychological Service) units, it was established that the living conditions of convicted persons in some of them violate their right to decent living conditions. Some convicted persons are involved in unpaid full-time labour.
Report on the results of the monitoring visit to the Dnipro Penitentiary Institution No. 4
Gross violations of legal requirements were recorded in the admission ward premises. Canopies have been installed in the exercise yards, which completely block access to natural light. In certain cell blocks, monitors recorded the presence of cockroaches.
Report on the Results of the Monitoring Visit to Solonyanska Correctional Colony No. 21
In some cell premises of the Disciplinary Isolation Ward (DIZO), convicts are forced to eat on the floor. There is a practice of stigmatization and caste division. Upon arrival at the institution, some convicts are forced to publicly perform humiliating tasks.
Report on the results of the monitoring visit to Synelnykove Correctional Colony No. 94
SVC-94 cooperates with civil society, charitable, and religious organisations. Renovation work has been carried out at the institution. However, the monitors recorded video surveillance cameras in the sleeping quarters, open electrical switchboard doors, and other violations.