Emergency Safety Interventions (ESI) What is ESI? Using seclusion or physical restraint when a student presents an immediate/imminent danger of physical violence towards self or others and is likely to cause physical harm. Physical Restraint : A personal restriction that immobilizes or reduces the ability of a student to move their torso, arms, legs, or head freely Seclusionary Time Out : Placing a student in a safe enclosed area that is purposefully isolated from adults and peers and that the student reasonably believes they will be prevented from leaving Physical Escort : Touching or holding the hand, wrist, arm, shoulder, or back for the purpose of guiding a student to another location (this is NOT an ESI)
To protect a person from physical harm
Any ESI is inappropriate if de-escalation strategies are not tried first or if it is done by an adult who has not been formally trained!
To remove a violent student from a situation
To take possession of a weapon or dangerous object
To stop a student from destroying property when physical safety is at risk
Requirements 1. An ESI may only be used to maintain safety; never as punishment 2. Only use an ESI when other options (de-escalation) are not working
3. End an ESI immediately upon a student’s de-escalation 4. Notify parents as soon as possible; within 24 hours max
5. Complete ESI form and submit to the Director of SEL and Prevention Services 6. If any employee is injured during an ESI event, also complete an Injury Report
Best Practices
Everyone working with students who may regularly need an ESI should be Safety Care trained All staff in every school should be trained in de-escalation and trauma-informed practices
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