Following any child protection referral a number of steps will follow:

  • The CPU or FCA may need to revert back for more information or clarify information stated on the Safety Concern Form
  • The appointed FCA Case Manager may contact you directly throughout the investigation
  • If there is potentially a criminal aspect to the case, the police may contact you for more information throughout the investigation
  • If the child remains in the care of your Entity, it is important to continue to monitor the child’s wellbeing and document any developments or disclosures and share with FCA case manager
  • Any further concerns towards the child’s wellbeing or their siblings should be immediately reported to the FCA Case Manager as the risk level to the child may have changed. In an emergency situation and the child is believed to be in imminent danger call 999