Restrictive Practices: Behaviour Support Plans

A short learning activity about Behaviour Support Plans as a requirement of the Quality of Care Principles 2014; Aged Care Legislation Amendment (Royal Commission Response No. 1) Principles 2021.

From the 1st September 2021 Behaviour Support Plans (BSP) are a requirement of the Restrictive Practices legislation that started on the 1st July 2021.

A BSP is now required for:

• Everyone who needs behaviour support care or is receiving behaviour support care.
• Those who are or may be subject to the use of restrictive practices.
• Where the use of a restrictive practices is necessary following all the assessments and consent requirements.

“They are an important part of providing care, dignity and respect to senior Australians” - Reference: Department of Health   

The requirement for the use of restrictive practices and behaviour support plans is detailed and specific.

The 5 L’s for Me may help you to keep on track, so people’s safety and dignity are protected.