Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 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.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 73405