Vermont

Statewide restrictions on restraint (R) or (S) : Guid (R&S)

Model Policy on Restrictive Behavioral Interventions

http://www.state.vt.us/educ/new/pdfdoc/resources/model_restrictive_behavior.pdf

Although the guidelines do not explicitly prohibit prone restraint, they state that “No physical restraint may be administered in such a way that the student is prevented from breathing or communicating or that cause the student unnecessary pain.” Id. at 5.5.

 

R or S restricted to ensure immediate physical safety of student or others  ......................... NO

Prone restraint banned  .......................................................................................................... YES

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

Training of School Staff  ......................................................................................................... Staff R/S

Contact P&A: www.vtpa.org