The purpose of this subchapter is to reduce the use of restraint and seclusion as much as possible and to ensure that:
  (1) the least restrictive methods of intervention are used and that, wherever possible, alternatives are first attempted and determined ineffective; and
  (2) the rights and well-being of individuals are protected during the use of restraint or seclusion.

Source Note: The provisions of this §415.251 adopted to be effective July 22, 2014, 39 TexReg 5581