Understanding Restrictive Practices Under the NDIS
Restrictive practices are regulated strategies used to reduce the risk of harm. They are considered a last resort and must be authorised, documented and reviewed. The goal is always to reduce and eliminate restrictive practices over time wherever possible.
Why this topic matters
Families often carry heavy stress when safety incidents occur. It’s important that support is ethical, transparent and aligned with the participant’s rights.
What good support looks like
- A clear Behaviour Support Plan
- Consistent implementation of strategies
- Respectful documentation and communication
- Collaboration with behaviour support practitioners
- Skill-building to reduce triggers and distress
- A least-restrictive, rights-based approach
Support should focus on communication, de-escalation, predictable routines and meaningful engagement — not control.
Safeguarding Disclaimer
Restrictive practices are a regulated last-resort strategy and must be authorised, documented and reviewed under applicable NDIS rules and relevant state requirements. Regalis Care Solutions supports a least-restrictive, rights-based approach and works with behaviour support practitioners and stakeholders.