Use of Restraints Sample Clauses

Use of Restraints. The jail remains in substantial compliance with the provisions in this section. Between January and July of 2016, there were no episodes of psychiatric restraint. In fact, the jail uses restraints so infrequently that the medical staff has difficulty remembering the protocols for monitoring patients in restraints. As a result, the jail has increased its restraint training for medical staff to twice yearly.

Use of Restraints. CDOC agrees to revise its policies regarding the use of restraints on individuals determined to have hearing disabilities pursuant to § 2(f) of this Agreement in accordance with the following terms. a. CDOC shall refrain from handcuffing individuals determined to have hearing disabilities pursuant to § 2(f) of this Agreement behind their backs. b. In general, CDOC will refrain from using black box restraints on individuals in its custody who utilize sign language or handwriting as their primary means of communication. Notwithstanding this provision, CDOC may use black box restraints during transport where an individualized assessment determines that a failure to do so would create unacceptable safety risks. c. In general, CDOC will refrain from using black box restraints on any individuals in its custody who utilize sign language or handwriting as their primary means of communication during any outside medical appointment. Notwithstanding this provision, CDOC may use black box restraints during outside medical appointments where an individualized assessment determines that a failure to do so would create unacceptable safety risks, or during an emergent security situation.

Use of Restraints a. Use of any firearms or any chemical agent is absolutely prohibited for all Secure Transport and Escort Services performed under this Agreement. b. When Secure Transport and Escort Services elect, concealed protective body armor may be worn for safety. c. Use of a body camera or vehicle mounted camera may be authorized by DFCS. Security of recordings must be approved by DFCS in conjunction with camera use. Approval to use a body camera or vehicle mounted camera and the method of securing recordings can be requested, in writing, from DFCS. DFCS approval to use camera equipment is an individualized decision, based on a Provider’s proposal and DFCS’s understanding and acceptance of that proposal. When warranted, to protect the safety and well-being of the Client, the public, and the Escort, the Escort is allowed to use handcuffs, a lap belt and/or leg restraint. Restraints may not be routinely used but may be used when there is a specific concern related to safety. Restraints should be used only if necessary, never as a matter of routine. If additional restraints are needed, the Authorized Requesting agency shall contact API and request Alaska State Trooper or local police department transport assistance. At no time will a Client be transported with their arms behind their back in handcuffs or other restraints. The Provider must document on the Secure Transport and Escort Services Duty Log (Attachment 2) which transports required restraints and the reason for using restraints. d. Proof of successful completion of training in the following must be provided to DFCS, and it is the Provider’s responsibility to ensure current and effective training is provided to all staff. Current training timelines shall align with federal and state recommendations, and shall not allow for more than 1 year between any training unless an exception is requested, in writing by the provider, and approved by DFCS. Required training: i. Use of restraints and assisting with manual holds ii. Recognizing and responding to symptoms of physical distress iii. First aid procedures and CPR

Use of Restraints a. Policies for the use of restraints on prisoners with mental health needs are continued, further developed, and implemented. b. Written approval is received by a Qualified Medical or Mental Health Professional before the use of restraints on prisoners with mental health needs or requiring suicide precautions, unless emergency security concerns dictate otherwise. Such restraints shall be used for only as long as it takes for alternative security measures to be employed.

Use of Restraints. TDOC will abide by TDOC Policy 113.95 (VI)(R).

Use of Restraints. According to the ▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ observed use survey, 5.4% of front seat MV occupants do not routinely use restraints. During 2019, crash reports (FARS) indicate 27.6% of motor vehicle occupant fatalities were unrestrained. Improper Use of Safety Belts: Oregon law requires "proper" use of safety belt and child restraint systems. Some adult occupants inadvertently compromise the effectiveness of their belt systems and put themselves or other occupants at severe risk of unnecessary injury by using safety belts improperly. This is most often accomplished by placing the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back, securing more than one passenger in a single belt system, or using only the automatic shoulder portion of a two-part belt system (where the lap belt portion is manual).

Use of Restraints a. Use of any firearms or any chemical agent is absolutely prohibited for all Secure Transport and Escort Services performed under this Agreement. b. When Secure Transport and Escort Services elect, concealed protective body armor may be worn for safety. c. Use of a body camera or vehicle mounted camera may be authorized by DHSS. Security of recordings must be approved by DHSS in conjunction with camera use. Approval to use a body camera or vehicle mounted camera and the method of securing recordings can be requested, in writing, from DHSS. DHSS approval to use camera equipment is an individualized decision, based on a Provider’s proposal and DHSS’s understanding and acceptance of that proposal. d. When warranted, to protect the safety and well-being of the Client, the public, and the Escort, the Escort is allowed to use a lap belt and/or, walking restraints which are limited to two-point webbed fabric wrist restraints attached to a single strap or waist- belt and/or two-point webbed fabric ankle restraints attached to a single strap. Restraints should only be used when deemed a mandatory safety precaution, never as a matter of routine. At no time will a Client be transported with their arms behind their back in handcuffs or other restraints. e. The Provider must maintain a log documenting which transports required restraints and the reason for using restraints and this log will be provided to the DHSS Project Manager or designee on a monthly basis. i. This report must include: 1. The date and time the restraint began and ended. 2. The type of restraint used. 3. A description of the Client’s behaviors which required the need for restraint, documenting the immediate danger to the physical safety of the Client or others. ii. In addition to the monthly report, a completed Secure Transport Emergent Restraint Occurrence Report (Attachment 3) must be completed and submitted with the Transport Invoice. f. When API transfers a Client to the Escort, API will provide written documentation determining what restraints have been deemed necessary for the Client per their identified needs. i. The Escort will use restraints as directed in API’s written order. ii. When transporting a Client for API, a Secure Transport Emergent Restraint Occurrence Report (Attachment 3) is only needed If additional restraints, that were not identified by API at the time the Client was transferred to the Escort, are warranted for the safety and well-being of the Client, the public, and/or th...

Use of Restraints. The County shall prevent the unnecessary or excessive use of restraints on prisoners with mental illness or requiring suicide precautions. At a minimum, the County shall: Develop and maintain comprehensive policies and procedures for the use of restraints for prisoners with mental illness in accordance with generally accepted standards of care. Status Partial Compliance Evidentiary Basis Evidentiary Basis Provision B.4.b Ensure that a QMHP by preference, and if not available, a QMS provides written approval prior to the use of restraints on prisoners suffering from mental illness or requiring suicide precautions. The QMHP or QMS shall document the basis for and duration of the use of restraints and the performance and results of welfare checks on such restrained prisoners. The parties acknowledge that there may be situations which arise of immediate nature where such prior written approval is not practical for the safety of the inmate, other inmates or the facility staff. In such cases, written approval shall be obtained as soon as practicable and the same documentation obtained. Status Partial Compliance

Use of Restraints. CDOC agrees to revise its policies regarding the use of restraints on individuals determined to have hearing disabilities pursuant to § 2(f) of this Agreement in accordance with the following terms. a. CDOC shall refrain from handcuffing individuals determined to have hearing disabilities pursuant to § 2(f) of this Agreement behind their backs. b. In general, CDOC will refrain from using black box restraints on individuals in its custody who utilize sign