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The policy centers on safety and nonviolence in interactions with children. Physical discipline is not allowed because it can cause harm, violates professional ethics, and can lead to legal consequences for the program and staff. Instead, the program uses non-physical approaches to manage behavior, such as de-escalation, redirection, positive reinforcement, and involving caregivers as appropriate. In emergencies, the focus remains on protecting everyone and using trained safety procedures or restraints only as narrowly defined, approved interventions—never as punishment. Therefore, physical discipline is not permitted under any conditions described by the options.