Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-6200

Current through Register Vol. 24-23, December 1, 2024

Section 170-297-6200 - Physical restraint - Prohibited uses or methods

The licensee and program staff must not use:

(1) Physical restraint as a form of punishment or discipline;

(2) Mechanical restraints including, but not limited to, handcuffs and belt restraints;

(3) Locked time-out or isolation space;

(4) Bonds, ties, tape, or straps to restrain a child; or

(5) Physical restraint techniques that restrict breathing or inflict pain. These include, but are not limited to:

(a) Restriction of body movement by placing pressure on joints, chest, heart, or vital organs;

(b) Sleeper holds, which are holds used by law enforcement officers to subdue a person;

(c) Arm twisting;

(d) Hair holds;

(e) Choking or putting arms around the throat; or

(f) Chemical restraint such as mace or pepper spray.

Wash. Admin. Code § 170-297-6200

Statutory Authority: Chapter 43.215 RCW. 12-23-057, § 170-297-6200, filed 11/19/12, effective 12/20/12.