All interventions used to manage incidents must be consistent with what?

Interventions used to manage incidents must align with the law because legal frameworks establish the minimum standards and requirements for conduct in various situations. This ensures that actions taken during incidents do not violate established legal principles or infringe on rights.

Legal compliance is essential in any organizational context, as it helps mitigate risk, protects individuals’ rights, and ensures accountability. Moreover, laws are designed to provide protections to all parties involved, which makes adherence to legal standards not just a matter of best practice, but a fundamental obligation.

While institutional rules, staff preferences, and peer recommendations may contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures, they must ultimately operate within the boundaries set by the law. Without this legal foundation, interventions could lead to liability, reinforce harmful practices, or cause harm to individuals involved in the incidents being managed.