D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-A3045
The LEA shall not use any form of seclusion except in emergency circumstances, as defined in this chapter.
A space used for seclusion shall:
In the event of seclusion, LEA personnel shall view a child placed in seclusion at all times by remaining within sight of the child, consistent with Section 3045.5, and shall provide the child with an explanation of the behavior that resulted in the seclusion and instructions on the behavior required to be released from the seclusion.
Seclusion shall only be applied by LEA personnel who are trained in the proper use of appropriate techniques supported by written policies and procedures established by the LEA and consistent with regulations and guidance issued by the SEA.
LEA personnel shall continuously monitor a child placed in seclusion and speak with the child every ten (10) minutes at minimum. After thirty (30) minutes, the Director, Head of Special Education, or other senior LEA personnel shall personally observe the child to assess the need for continued seclusion. No seclusion shall continue longer than one (1) hour.
If the space used for seclusion has a locking mechanism, it shall only be engaged when it is held in position by a person, or if electronically engaged, shall automatically release if the building's fire alarm system is activated.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-A3045