226Use of restraint

226 Use of restraint (1) The use of force under this division includes the use of restraint. (2) The director-general must ensure, as far as practicable, that the use of force involving a restraint is proportionate to the circumstances, and in particular that— (a) the circumstances are sufficiently serious to justify the use; and (b) the kind of restraint is appropriate in the circumstances; and (c) the restraint is used appropriately in the circumstances. (3) The director-general must also ensure that restraints are only used under this division— (a) by youth detention officers trained to use them; and (b) in accordance with a youth detention policy or operating procedure that applies to their use. (4) In applying force under this division, a youth detention officer may use a restraint, including any of the following: (a) body contact; (b) handcuffs, restraint jackets and other restraining devices;