Massachusetts

Statewide restrictions on restraint (R) or (S) : Statute,Reg (R&S)

Mass.Gen. Laws ch 71, § 37G; 603 CMR 46.00
http://www.doe.mass.edu/lawsregs/603cmr46.html?section=all (Note that the use of seclusion restraint is prohibited. 603 CMR 46.02(5).

R or S restricted to ensure immediate physical safety of student or others  ......................... YES

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

Automatic notice to parents after R or S  ............................................................................... Parent, DOE (R only)

Training of School Staff  ......................................................................................................... All All Staff

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