Redefining Crisis Prevention - A Systematic Approach to Reducing Restraint

When a physical management incident occurs, most teams are focused on keeping everyone safe in the moment. But how often does your organization examine what's driving how long those incidents last? In this Safety-Care Live session, Melissa Meotti, BCBA breaks down a systematic approach to reducing physical management from both ends: prevention strategies that reduce how often incidents occur, including modifying the environment, functional communication training, and non-contingent reinforcement, and evidence-based fading procedures that reduce how long they last when they do. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of Fixed-Time Release, the research behind it, and concrete steps they can bring back to their teams at the prevention, during-crisis, and systems levels.

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Melissa Meotti, Master Trainer

Melissa Meotti, M.A., BCBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Master Trainer with QBS. She earned her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis in Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and obtained her BCBA certification in 2017. Melissa brings a diverse range of clinical and leadership experience across public and private schools, home- and community-based services, and clinic settings. She has held roles including Center Director, Clinical Supervisor, and Lead BCBA, where she provided clinical oversight, developed individualized treatment plans, and led multidisciplinary teams to improve client outcomes. Her professional experience also includes international work in Abu Dhabi with the New England Center for Children, where she supported individuals with autism and their families through school, home, and community-based interventions. Currently based in the Boston, Massachusetts area, Melissa specializes in behavioral safety, crisis prevention, and staff training. As a Master Trainer with QBS, she is committed to promoting evidence-based, ethical, and least-restrictive practices that enhance safety and dignity for both clients and staff.

 

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