14 Del. Admin. Code § 938-III-15.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 7, January 1, 2025

Section 938-III-15.0 - Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements

15.1 A licensee shall develop, follow, and maintain on file written policies and procedures for handling an incident of suspected child abuse or neglect that occurs while a child is in or out of the camp's care to comply with applicable laws.

15.2 Allegations of Abuse or Neglect against a Staff Member

15.2.1 The licensee shall ensure staff members or volunteers do not abuse or neglect children.

15.2.2 If the abuse or neglect occurred at the camp by a staff member, the licensee shall eliminate those factors or circumstances that may have increased the risk of abuse or neglect.

15.2.3 A staff member alleged to have abused or neglected a child may not have direct contact with any child until the completion of the incident's investigation. However, at the licensee's discretion, the licensee may reassign the staff member to other duties that do not involve contact with children.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 938-III-15.0

25 DE Reg. 172 (8/1/2021) (final)