Restrictive Practices Physical Contact with Students Policy

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The Restrictive Practices / Physical Contact with Students Policy establishes a rigorous framework that prioritises de-escalation and non-physical strategies, ensuring that physical contact is reserved strictly as a last resort to prevent immediate harm. It outlines clear parameters for lawful intervention, prohibiting physical force for enforcing compliance or as a disciplinary measure. The policy mandates that any physical interaction be reasonable, proportionate, and documented, with strict adherence to Western Australian mandatory reporting obligations and child safety standards.

The Restrictive Practices / Physical Contact with Students Policy establishes a rigorous framework that prioritises de-escalation and non-physical strategies, ensuring that physical contact is reserved strictly as a last resort to prevent immediate harm. It outlines clear parameters for lawful intervention, prohibiting physical force for enforcing compliance or as a disciplinary measure. The policy mandates that any physical interaction be reasonable, proportionate, and documented, with strict adherence to Western Australian mandatory reporting obligations and child safety standards.