Child Protection

Question 1

Three criteria for CPP

Answer 1

• Sexual abuse
• Physical abuse
• Neglect

Question 2

Sexual abuse

Answer 2

Circumstances of indency with, or sexual violation of a child, or using a child in the making of sexual imagery

Question 3

What are the three areas to consider in determining whether physical abuse meets the threshold for referral as a CPP case?

Answer 3

• The action (of the abuse)
• The injury inflicted (outcome or result)
• The circumstances (factors in the case)

Question 4

List single actions that will meet the threshold for CPP

Answer 4

Methdology:

• blow or kick to head
• shaking of an infant
• strangulation
• use of an object as a weapon
• attempted drowning

Outcome or result:

• a bone fracture
• burn
• concussion or loss of consciousness
• any injury that requires medical attention
• any bruising or abrasion where the child is very young

Question 5

List some examples of neglect

Answer 5

• not providing adequate food or shelter
• not protecting a child from physical harm or danger
• not accessing appropriate medical treatment or care
• allowing a child to be exposed to illicit drug manufacture
• allowing a child to be exposed to volatile, toxic or flammable chemicals

Question 6

List the steps that Police and OT must follow for CPP

Answer 6

1. Referral
2. Consultation
3. Agreement

Question 7

What are the timeframes that OT must adhere to with regard to CPP?

Answer 7

Critical-24hrs: No safety or care identified. At risk of serious harm and requires immediate involvement.

Very urgent-48hrs: At risk of serious harm but some protective factors present for the next 48 hours. High priority follow up.

Urgent-7days: At risk of harm or neglect and the circumstances are likely to negatively impact on the children at risk.

Question 8

Definition: Child abuse

Answer 8

Defined as the harming (whether physically, emotionally or sexually), ill treatment, abuse, neglect or deprivation of any child or young person.

If you have concern for one or more of the following, the ROC should be treated as ‘child abuse’:

• Physical, sexual, emotional or psychological abuse
• Neglect
• Presence in unsafe environments (e.g locations for drug manufacturing)
• Cyber crimes exploiting children
  
  • Child trafficking

Question 9

Initial Joint Investigation Plan (IJIP) purpose:

Answer 9

To ensure we work together with OT to secure the Childs immediate safety and ensure any evidence is collected.