ARSD 67:42:07:26. Staff person to monitor seclusion room

A facility that uses seclusion shall provide a staff person to continuously observe and monitor a child who has been placed in a room for purposes of seclusion to evaluate the child's physical and psychological well-being. The staff person shall ensure the following: (1) That a child placed in seclusion does not inflict self-injury; (2) That the observation is documented and signed and becomes a part of the child's record; (3) That the personal needs of the child are met, including prompt access to washroom facilities; (4) That the child receives all meals provided to other children in care; and (5) If necessary to ensure the safety of the child, the staff person is physically present in the seclusion room to assist the child in controlling behavior.