![]() Listen, having a hands-off policy for restraints when there is imminent danger would be like a parent allowing their child to run into the middle of a busy road because they didn’t want to hold them to prevent harm. One where students are constantly offered choices, even during restraints. And finally, one where students are quickly and seamlessly reintegrated back into the educational programming following an incident. One where criteria for restraints are very precise to prevent the misuse, overuse, or underuse of restraints. However, there are numerous risks to this dream as well as the safety of students and educators for those schools and districts who dismiss the prudent use of restraint for a child in crisis.īut this dream can be realized with the right crisis management system in place. A system where staff are well trained to fluency in evidence-based prevention and de-escalation strategies. ![]() The fact is that everybody in education dreams of a positive climate and culture, one characterized by an eagerness to learn coupled with safe and prosocial behavior. ![]() Nobody wants to see restraint happen. When overused or used incorrectly, it can and has compromised safety. So, compassionate educators and advocates who are disturbed by these safety issues opt for the quick fix of implementing a “hands-off policy.” On the surface, this seems like a great thing if you just want to avoid using restraint and the risks associated with it. But it’s not long before frustrations grow as a number of other issues set in. These include, but are not limited to, decreases in learning for the student and other students as well as increased danger as disruptive and dangerous behaviors intensify and compromise the well-being of all. ![]()
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