12VAC35-105-800: Policies and procedures on behavior interventions and supports

A. The provider shall implement written policies and procedures that describe conditions for the use of behavior interventions that comply with the requirements of 12VAC35-115, including seclusion, restraint, and time out. The policies and procedures shall:

1. List and define behavior interventions in the order of relative degree of intrusiveness or restrictiveness and the conditions under which each intervention may be used in accordance with each individual's ISP;

2. Protect the safety and well-being of the individual at all times, including during fire and other emergencies; and

3. Specify the mechanism for monitoring and documenting the use of behavior interventions.

B. Employees and contractors trained in behavior support interventions shall implement and monitor all behavior interventions.

C. Policies and procedures related to behavior interventions shall be available to individuals, families, authorized representatives, and advocates. Notification of policies does not need to occur in correctional facilities.

D. No individual receiving services shall discipline, restrain, seclude, or implement behavior interventions on other individuals receiving services.

E. Injuries resulting from or occurring during the implementation of seclusion or restraint shall be reported to the department as provided in 12VAC35-115-230 C.