The Restraint Information System Collection (RISC) is open for data entry for the third quarter.

The Bureau of Special Education (BSE) continues to require LEAs to report the restraints that occurred in each quarter. This reporting process permits LEAs to report restraints in a timely manner which, in turn, allows LEAs to monitor patterns of episodic behaviors and address them accordingly. The 2nd Qtr Zero Window closed on 1/15/24.

The third quarter window dates are as follows:
Qtr 3
Begin Date: 1/01/2024
End Date: 3/31/2024
Last Day to Report: 4/14/2024
Zero Window Opens: 4/01/2024
Zero Window Closes: 4/14/2024

A RISC reporting webinar is posted at apps.leaderservices.com/_risc/index.aspx. This RISC reporting webinar link is located below the login box of the Leader Services RISC sign-in page. This webinar explains the reporting and investigation process and how to use the RISC program. The webinar also shares how to update your LEA’s contact information. All parties involved with RISC are highly encouraged to view this webinar to learn how to report restraints, how to use the system, and to understand the regulatory responsibility of LEAs.

Additionally, the Bureau of Special Education has recently updated the Restraint Information System of Collection (RISC) Program Guidelines. The “RISC Program Guidelines” are available for review on the RISC website.

Questions regarding RISC should be directed to Keith Focht: 717-783-6921 or ​[email protected] or to the RISC Resource Account – [email protected].