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Explain why the least restrictive interventions should always be used when dealing with incidents of challenging behaviour

The least restrictive interventions should always be used when dealing with incidents of challenging behaviour. This is because restrictive interventions are invasive to an individual and deprive them of their basic liberties, which is unlawful except in exceptional circumstances.It may also be intimidating and frightening to them especially if they are in a confused state and could escalate the situation further. In addition, it may be necessary to justify any actions taken at a later date. Finally, thinking in terms of the least restrictive intervention creates a good mindset for any challenging behaviour you have to manage in the future.

 

Explain who needs to be informed of any incidents where restrictive interventions have been used

If a restrictive intervention must be used, it is necessary to contact the service manager. Depending on the situations, the emergency services may need to be contacted (police if a crime has been committed or an ambulance if there are injuries). Social Services and health professionals (e.g. GP, psychologist) may also need to be informed and the family of the individual may also need to be contacted.

Explain how legislation, frameworks, codes of practice and policies relating to positive behaviour support are applied to own working practice

My own working practice involves being familiar with a lot of documentation that enables me to carry out a high standard of care.

 

Legislation including The Health & Safety at Work Act, The Equality Act, The Human Rights Act and The Mental Capacity Act lay down a foundation for working in a way that is safe, healthy and unprejudiced and recognises that all individuals have the same fundamental rights.

 

The now-defunct GSCC produced a Code of Practice for social care workers that is still relevant today and is a useful guide for anyone working within the sector. The Department of Health has produced guidance for restrictive physical interventions which I have used to ascertain when it is appropriate to use physical restraint. The government white papers ‘Putting People First’ and ‘Valuing People’ provide a plethora of guidance for working using a person-centred approach.

 

My company also has its own policies and procedures relating to promoting positive behaviour. I have attached a copy of my company’s Challenging Behaviour Policy & Procedure as evidence.

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