Thomas can present with significant challenging behaviour which poses a risk to himself and others.

If the agreed behavioural strategies have not worked and he needs to be kept safe, particularly when out in the community, you can hold and safely restrain Thomas.

When at home, you are unlikely to need to hold or restrain Thomas. Instead, he will need to be kept safe by:

• locking and chaining the front door
• locking the windows
• making sure that the back gate is locked

You must not lock Thomas in a room or use furniture to restrain him.

Updated: 4 May 2024