Section 343.710 - Disciplinary Sanctions(a) The facility shall have written policies and procedures, including guidelines, parameters, and limitations, on the types of physical activity that may be used for discipline or refocusing purposes (e.g., physical activities used to discipline for non-compliant behavior or as a substitute for write-ups or disciplinary seclusion).(b) Physical exercises used for intimidation shall be prohibited.(c) Residents shall not receive disciplinary sanctions that cause bodily duress (i.e., physical punishment to the body).37 Tex. Admin. Code § 343.710
The provisions of this §343.710 adopted to be effective January 1, 2010, 34 TexReg 7095; amended by Texas Register, Volume 39, Number 47, November 21, 2014, TexReg 9255, eff. 1/1/2015