Intended Audience: This course is intended as an introduction to the range of issues that staff must reflect upon when faced with a situation where seclusion and restraint is being considered as an option in resolving a challenging interaction with a consumer.

Content Summary:

At the end of the course, you will be able to:

• describe what restrictive practices are and the risks associated with them
• identify the triggers and contributing factors leading to restrictive practices
• discuss actions that can prevent the use of restraint and seclusion
• explain the effect that applying restraint or seclusion can have on people and staff
• describe safe systems of work for getting assistance and back up
• identify actions that will optimise recovery for both the person and staff following an incident of restraint or seclusion.