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Special Disability Services--Acceptable Forms of Restraint.

22 CCR 73405

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22 CCR 73405

22 CCR 73405

§ 73405. Special Disability Services--Acceptable Forms of Restraint.

(a)

Mechanical or behavior restraint consists of any apparatus that interferes with the free movement of a patient. Only the following types of restraint may be used:

(1)

Soft tie consisting of cloth which prevents movement of a patient.

(2)

Mittens without thumbs which are securely fastened around the wrist with a small tie.

(3)

Tie jackets consisting of sleeveless cloth.

(4)

Restraining sheet consisting of a wide piece of muslin placed over the body of the patient.

(5)

Belts and cuffs, which are well-padded, used to control a seriously disturbed, assaultive patient.