Virginia

Statewide restrictions on restraint (R) or (S) : Guid (R&S only)

Guidelines for the Development of Policies and Procedures for Managing Student Behaviors in Emergency Situations in Virginia Schools (Nov. 2005)
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/sess/EmergBehaviorGd.pdf

 

The Virginia guidelines state that physical restraint and seclusion should only be used in “emergency situations,” but do not define that term.

 

R or S restricted to ensure immediate physical safety of student or others  ......................... NO

Prone restraint banned  .......................................................................................................... NO

Automatic notice to parents after R or S  ............................................................................... Local Policies

Training of School Staff  ......................................................................................................... Local Policies

Contact P&A: www.vopa.state.va.us