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Mandated Reporting: What to Document and How to Respond
What is mandated reporting, and why does it matter?
Mandated reporting laws say certain people (often child care staff) must report concerns about possible abuse or neglect. The goal is to protect children and get help to families quickly.
When should you make a report?
You should make a report when you notice signs or hear information that makes you reasonably worry a child may be unsafe.
Common examples include:
- A child shares (tells) something scary or unsafe
- Injuries that do not match the explanation
- Ongoing lack of supervision, food, hygiene, or medical care
- A caregiver’s behavior that puts a child at risk (for example, severe intoxication)
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