Texas Administrative Code
Title 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Part 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Chapter 749 - MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CHILD-PLACING AGENCIES
Subchapter G - CHILDREN'S RIGHTS
Section 749.1021 - What techniques am I prohibited from using on a child?
Current through Reg. 50, No. 13; March 28, 2025
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 childs face;
(3) Pressure points;
(4) Rebirthing therapy; and
(5) Hug and/or holding therapy.
