Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 77101 - Types of Restraints and Seclusion

(a) No physical restraints with locking devices shall be used or be available for use in the facility unless approved by the State Fire Marshal.

(b) Seclusion as defined in Section 77029 is considered to be a physical restraint.

(c) Exclusion timeout as defined in Section 77010 is considered to be a physical restraint.

(d) Treatment restraint, as defined in Section 77033, shall be accomplished by a soft tie only, so as not to cause harm to the patient and shall only be used during medically prescribed treatment or diagnostic procedures.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 77101

1. New section filed 4-15-87, operative 5-15-87 (Register 87, No. 16).

Note: Authority cited: Sections 208(a) and 1275, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 1275.1, Health and Safety Code.

1. New section filed 4-15-87, operative 5-15-87 (Register 87, No. 16).