SECTION 749.1021. What techniques am I prohibited from using on a child?

Certain techniques must not be used on a child, including:

(1) Chemical restraints, mechanical restraints, and seclusion. For more information on emergency behavior intervention, see Subchapter L of this chapter (relating to Foster Care Services: Emergency Behavior Intervention);

(2) Aversive conditioning, which includes, but is not limited to, any technique designed to or likely to cause a child physical pain, the application of startling stimuli, and the release of noxious stimuli or toxic sprays, mists, or substances in proximity to the child’s face;

(3) Pressure points;

(4) Rebirthing therapy; and

(5) Hug and/or holding therapy.

Source Note: The provisions of this §749.1021 adopted to be effective January 1, 2007, 31 TexReg 7469; amended to be effective January 1, 2017, 41 TexReg 9944; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909