Physical Intervention
Posted by Rachel | Monday, July 05, 2010
It is vitally important for all teachers to have effective training and support in the use of restrictive physical interventions.
There are some training programmes to give guidance on the use of restrictive physical interventions for staff working with children and adults who display extreme behaviour in association with learning disability and/or autistic spectrum disorder.
People with learning disabilities have a right to be treated with respect, care and dignity especially when they are behaving in ways which maybe harmful to themselves or others and as a result require physical intervention from staff.
By using this guidance staff will be helped to act appropriately and in a safe manner, so ensuring effective responses in difficult situations.