A bill (PL) requiring clinics, offices and rehabilitation centers to install surveillance cameras in environments serving people with disabilities was approved on Tuesday (2/12), in the Legislative Council (CLDF). The standard must be applied within the Federal District.
The text, written by Deputy Pastor Daniel de Castro (PP), specifies that all recorded images must be stored for at least six months and can only be used for security purposes or quality control of services provided.
The PL was approved 7 months after an 8-year-old child diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) was dragged by his legs by staff of the clinic where he was undergoing treatment, in the Industry and Supplies Sector (SIA).
On that date, the child reportedly escaped from the Única Kids clinic. When they found the boy, staff forcefully grabbed him by the arms. Then one of them grabbed the boy by his legs and started dragging him on the ground. The scene was filmed.
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According to the project approved by the CLDF, units that do not adhere to the decision should be punished with a warning, fine and even suspension of activities.
According to the wording, surveillance is a means of protecting patients considered at risk and ensuring the safety of care.
In the proposal, Daniel de Castro says the cameras make it possible to monitor professional behaviour, check whether clinical practices follow appropriate standards and record any events that could threaten the safety or quality of the service.
The project was considered in the plenary session of the House of Representatives, and now goes to Governor Ibanes Rocha (MDB) for approval.