Restrictive Procedures

“Restrictive procedures” means the use of physical holding or seclusion of children with disabilities in an emergency in Minnesota schools. “Emergency” means a situation where immediate intervention is needed to protect a child or other individual from physical injury. Restrictive procedures must not be used to punish or otherwise discipline a child. Minnesota Statutes, section 125A.0941 and section 125A.0942, govern the use of restrictive procedures.

BCCS does not have a seclusion area approved by MDE, therefore seclusion should not be used as a restrictive procedure.

Any restrictive procedure performed must only be done by a staff certified in Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention.