Day 10: Child Protection

Question 1

Child Protection investigation policy, procedures and CPP apply to…

Answer 1

All cases where the victim is under the age of 18 at the time of making the complaint.

Question 2

Criteria for CPP:

Answer 2

• Sexual abuse
• Physical abuse
• Neglect

Question 3

Sexual abuse within CPP context is acts involving what?

Answer 3

Circumstances of indecency, sexual violation of a child or using children in the making of sexual imaging

Question 4

Physical abuse within CPP context is…

Answer 4

Actions of an offender that result in or could potentially result in, physical harm or injury. (Non-accidental injury)

Question 5

Three areas to consider in determining whether physical abuse meets the threshold for referral as CPP?

Answer 5

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

Question 6

What topics must be considered when completing an Initial Joint Investigation Plan (IJIP)?

Answer 6

• The immediate safety of
  the child involved and
  other children
• If a joint visit is required
• Management of initial interview
• Referral to a medical
  practitioner and authority
  to do so
• Collection of physical
  evidence
• Any further actions
  agreed for Police and/or
  OT

Question 7

Questioning a child regarding CPP offences:

Answer 7

DO NOT question a child on CPP offences disclosed unless absolutely necessary.

Question 8

OT time frames:

Answer 8

Critical = 24 hours
Very urgent = 48 hours
Urgent = 7 days