Manual restraint is dangerous and tightly restricted. This lesson explains the narrow conditions under which emergency manual restraint may be used under Minn. Stat. 245D.061 — and makes clear that it is never punishment, convenience, or a behavior program. Most importantly, you'll learn the positive support strategies that prevent crises in the first place, what to do during a crisis, and the reporting and internal review required after any use of restraint.

Learning Objectives

• Understand why restraint is a last resort
• Know the two conditions that must be met for emergency manual restraint
• Use positive support strategies to prevent and de-escalate crises
• Know the reporting and review steps required after any use