OAR 411-054-0060
Restraints and Supportive Devices

Residential care and assisted living facilities are intended to be restraint free environments.
(1) Restraints are not permitted except when a resident’s actions present an imminent danger to self or others and only until immediate action is taken by medical, emergency, or police personnel.
(2) Supportive devices with restraining qualities are permitted under the following documented circumstances, the:
(a) Resident specifically requests or approves of the device and the facility has informed the individual of the risks and benefits associated with the device;
(b) Facility registered nurse, a physical therapist or occupational therapist has conducted a thorough assessment;
(c) Facility has documented other less restrictive alternatives evaluated prior to the use of the device; and
(d) Facility has instructed direct care staff on the correct use and precautions related to use of the device.
(3) Supportive devices with restraining qualities may be utilized for residents who are unable to evaluate the risks and benefits of the device when sections (2)(b), (2)(c) and (2)(d) have been met. As of July 1, 2018 the process as identified in 411-054-0038 (Individually-Based Limitations) for Individually-Based Limitations must be followed for anything that meets the definition of restraint, including, but not limited to, supportive devices with restraining qualities.
(4) Documentation of the use of supportive devices with restraining qualities must be included in the resident service plan and evaluated on a quarterly basis.

Source: Rule 411-054-0060 — Restraints and Supportive Devices, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=411-054-0060 (accessed May 26, 2025).

411–054–0000
Purpose 411–054–0005
Definitions 411–054–0010
Licensing Standard 411–054–0012
Requirements for New Construction or Initial Licensure 411–054–0013
Application for Initial Licensure and License Renewal 411–054–0016
New Applicant Qualifications 411–054–0019
Change of Ownership or Management 411–054–0025
Facility Administration 411–054–0026
Notice to Potential Residents 411–054–0027
Resident Rights and Protections 411–054–0028
Abuse Reporting and Investigation 411–054–0030
Resident Services 411–054–0034
Resident Move-In and Evaluation 411–054–0036
Service Plan — General 411–054–0038
Individually-Based Limitations 411–054–0040
Change of Condition and Monitoring 411–054–0045
Resident Health Services 411–054–0050
Infection Prevention and Control 411–054–0055
Medications and Treatments 411–054–0060
Restraints and Supportive Devices 411–054–0065
Administrator Qualifications and Requirements 411–054–0070
Staffing Requirements and Training 411–054–0080
Involuntary Move-out Criteria 411–054–0085
Refunds and Financial Management 411–054–0090
Fire and Life Safety 411–054–0093
Emergency and Disaster Planning 411–054–0100
Exceptions and Waivers 411–054–0105
Inspections and Investigations 411–054–0106
Regulatory Framework 411–054–0110
Conditions 411–054–0120
Civil Penalties 411–054–0130
Non-Renewal, Denial, Suspension or Revocation of License 411–054–0133
Temporary Manager 411–054–0135
Criminal Penalties 411–054–0140
Additional Authority 411–054–0200
Residential Care Facility Building Requirements 411–054–0300
Assisted Living Facility Building Requirements 411–054–0320
Quality Measurement Program and Council

May 26, 2025

Rule 411-054-0060's source at or​.us