Positive Behaviour Support and Restrictive Practices Audit - Supported Living
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- Q1: Is there a positive behaviour support (PBS) policy that prioritises proactive and least-restrictive approaches?
- Q2: Are staff trained in PBS principles, de-escalation techniques, and recognising triggers and early warning signs?
- Q3: Are behaviour support plans developed collaboratively with the tenant and relevant professionals?
- Q4: Do behaviour plans include clear strategies for prevention, early intervention, and recovery—not just response?
- Q5: Are behaviour incidents recorded in detail, including triggers, actions, and outcomes?
- Q6: Are restrictive practices (e.g., door sensors, medication, withholding access) only used where legally justified and risk assessed?
- Q7: Are all restrictive interventions recorded, reviewed, and reduced over time as part of a clear strategy?
- Q8: Is consent obtained where appropriate for the use of monitoring tools (e.g., alarms, location tracking)?
- Q9: Are behaviour plans person-centred, strengths-based, and focused on improving quality of life—not control?
- Q10: Are reviews of behaviour plans carried out regularly with involvement from relevant external specialists (e.g., PBS advisors, psychologists)?
- Q11: Are staff supported to reflect on behaviour incidents and their responses as part of continuous learning?
- Q12: Are physical interventions only used in line with the law and only when staff are trained and certified to do so?
- Q13: Are tenants’ rights and dignity preserved at all times during behavioural support, even in moments of crisis?
- Q14: Are any use of seclusion, withdrawal, or consequence-based strategies formally risk assessed and authorised?
- Q15: Are incidents analysed for trends or patterns to inform proactive support planning?
- Q16: Is there a focus on understanding communication needs or underlying trauma behind behaviours of concern?
- Q17: Are restrictive practices regularly reviewed for legal and ethical justification, and formally authorised if ongoing?
- Q18: Are family members or advocates involved in developing or reviewing behaviour plans where appropriate and with consent?
- Q19: Are positive outcomes (e.g., reduction in incidents, increase in choice and control) tracked and celebrated?
- Q20: Are safeguarding principles applied when restrictive practices may impact rights, dignity, or wellbeing?
- Q21: Is there clear leadership accountability for reviewing and reducing restrictions across the service?
- Q22: Are staff debriefed and supported emotionally after serious incidents?
- Q23: Is feedback from tenants on their behavioural support plan included wherever possible?
- Q24: Are PBS plans stored securely but accessible to staff working with the individual?
- Q25: Are behaviour support themes and restrictive practice usage monitored at governance level?