The document, Supporting Student Behavior: Standards for the Emergency Use of Seclusion and Restraint is now available on the Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services (OSE -EIS) website. The document:

• summarizes how a positive behavior support approach uses proactive strategies to reduce or eliminate the use of seclusion and restraint;
• defines the terms “seclusion” and “restraint”;
• outlines procedures for emergency use of seclusion and restraint; and
• provides a framework for training.

The document can be found by going to the OSE -EIS website at www.michigan.gov/ose-eis and selecting the “Laws & Policies” link from the left-hand navigation or by using this direct link: www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_6598_7376---,00.html.