7. Manual Restraint Skills

Restraints must only be used as a last resort. Click here to learn methods of Reducing and Eliminating Restraint and Seclusion.

When a restraint is the safest response, NAPPI teaches a spectrum of manual – hands only – restraint techniques:

• Escort
• Guide
• Assist
• One-arm body wrap
• Capture wrap
• Recovery position floor restraint

Each of the NAPPI manual restraint skills offered in this behavior management component has been thoroughly evaluated and approved by Dr. Chris Van Ee, ensuring its compliance, safety and value as a humane and effective best practice.