(1) Each male inmate is to be classified in one of the following categories
for the purposes of security--
"Category AA" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, represent a special risk to national security (for example,
because of a perceived risk that they may engage in, or incite other persons
to engage in, terrorist activities) and should at all times be confined in
special facilities within a secure physical barrier that includes towers or
electronic surveillance equipment.
"Category A1" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, represent a special risk to good order and security and should
at all times be confined in special facilities within a secure physical
barrier that includes towers or electronic surveillance equipment.
"Category A2" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, should at all times be confined by a secure physical barrier
that includes towers, other highly secure perimeter structures or electronic
surveillance equipment.
"Category B" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, should at all times be confined by a secure physical barrier.
"Category C1" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, should be confined by a physical barrier unless in the company
of a correctional officer or some other person authorised by the Commissioner.
"Category C2" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, need not be confined by a physical barrier at all times but who
need some level of supervision by a correctional officer or some other person
authorised by the Commissioner.
"Category C3" , being the category of inmates who, in the opinion of the
Commissioner, need not be confined by a physical barrier at all times and who
need not be supervised.
(2) Subject to clause 17, the Commissioner may at any
time vary or revoke a classification under this clause.