Child Protection

Question 1

Three types of behavior that CPP investigate

Answer 1

Sexual abuse
Physical abuse
Neglect

Question 2

Three areas to consider in determining whether physical abuse meets threshold for CPP case

Answer 2

The action
The injury or outcome
Circumstances

Question 3

Three initial steps OT and Police must follow

Answer 3

1. Referral - Information sharing between the two agencies.
   2 Consultation - Discussion at appropriate levels.
2. Agreement - Agreeing upon an initial action in an initial joint investigation plan. (IJIP)

Question 4

OT timeframes

Answer 4

1 Critical - 24 hours
2 Very urgent - 48 hours
3 Urgent - 7 days

Question 5

Topics discussed at JIIP

Answer 5

Immediate safety of child
Management of interview
If joint visit is required.
Referral to medical practiconer
Collection of further evidence

Question 6

What cases to CPP investigate

Answer 6

Any under the age of 18 at the time of making the complaint.