OAR 416-490-0035: Restraint

(1) OYA staff must not use the following on any YIC: (a) The placement of a YIC in a prone position with arm(s) and leg(s) restrained behind the back ("hogtie" position); (b) Restraint positions or techniques that are designed to inflict physical pain, undue physical discomfort, or to restrict blood circulation or breathing; (c) Chemical agents; or (d) Chemical restraints. (2) The use of restraint to punish a YIC, or as a convenience to or substitute for staff supervision is prohibited. (3) YICs must not restrain or assist in restraining any person. (4) YICs in restraint devices must be continually observed by staff. (5) The OYA director must approve all types of restraint devices and techniques prior to their uses on YICs.