Restraints and seclusion

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Statutory text

(1) No person with mental illness shall be subjected to seclusion or solitary confinement.
(2) A medical officer in charge of the mental health establishment may order the use of physical restraints provided that—
- (a) the use of physical restraints is limited to the least restrictive measure necessary to prevent immediate harm to self or others;
- (b) it is used for the shortest time absolutely necessary;
- (c) it is not used as a punishment or for the convenience of others;
- (d) the use of physical restraints is documented in the medical records of the person;
- (e) the medical officer in charge monitors the person at regular intervals as per the guidelines approved by the State Authority.
(3) The use of physical restraints shall not be used in respect of a person with mental illness who is not a danger to himself or others unless so prescribed.

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