Case 50: Reducing restraint and seclusion in mental health services

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The Department of Health reviewed procedures in mental health services in light of Charter requirements and made efforts to reduce the use of restraint and seclusion. This process is being achieved through:

• involvement in the National Safety Priorities Action Plan;

• the review of guidelines on seclusion published by the Chief Psychiatrist;

• the development of state-wide training and education programs; and

• the establishment of a clinical audit program.

Source: Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission - Submission to the Four Year Review of the Charter, Appendix J, 2011