Detention Centers, residential commitment programs and day treatment programs must utilize either Precautionary Observation or Secure Observation as a Suicide Precaution method when a youth is identified as having Suicide Risk Factors, or determined to be a Potential Suicide Risk. The decision whether to use Secure Observation or Precautionary Observation as a Suicide Precaution method for a particular youth shall be made by the superintendent or program director and Designated Mental Health Clinician Authority or other Licensed Mental Health Professional.
Rulemaking Authority Florida Statutes § 985.64(2). Law Implemented 985.601(3)(a), 985.14(3)(a), 985.145(1), 985.18, 985.48(4), 985.64(2) FS. History-New 3-16-14.