RULE NO: RULE TITLE
65G-8.001: Use of Restraints and Seclusion (tentative)
PURPOSE AND EFFECT: This rule will implement Section 393.13(4)(h), Fla. Stat. by establishing standards and procedures relating to the use of restraint and seclusion.
SUBJECT AREA TO BE ADDRESSED: Standards and procedures for the use of restraint and seclusion that establish limitations on the use and duration of restraint and seclusion; establish measures to ensure the safety of clients and staff during an incident of restraint or seclusion; establish professional qualifications of and training for staff who may order or be engaged in the use of restraint or seclusion; and other factors identified in Section 393.13(4), Fla. Stat.
SPECIFIC AUTHORITY: 393.501(1) FS.
LAW IMPLEMENTED: 393.13(4)(h)2. FS.
A RULE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP WILL BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE SHOWN BELOW:
DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, June 13, 2007, 1:30 p.m.
PLACE: Room 301, Agency for Persons with Disabilities, 4030 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0950
THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT AND A COPY OF THE PRELIMINARY DRAFT, IF AVAILABLE, IS: Steve Coleman, Behavior Analyst, Agency for Persons with Disabilities, 4030 Esplanade Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0950, or telephone number (850)414-8695

THE PRELIMINARY TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT IS NOT AVAILABLE.