RB 2021-13 Regulation of restrictive practices and the role of the Senior Practitioner, Restrictive Practices

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RB 2021-13-1.1 From 1 July 2021, approved providers have updated the specific responsibilities under the Aged Care Act 1997 (the Aged Care Act) and the Quality of Care Principles 2014 (the Principles) relating to the use of any restrictive practice in residential aged care and short-term restorative care in a residential care setting.

The revised Regulatory Bulletin, published on 1 March 2022, includes updates to the Senior Practitioner, Restrictive Practices information and new frequently asked questions items 2, 2a-2c.

Download this Regulatory Bulletin via the links below. 

For more information, visit the Regulatory Bulletin page.

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Regulatory Bulletins,
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Minimising the use of restrictive practices
Residential services
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Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.