Child Abuse Prevention Policy (AB 506 Compliant)

Purpose
To ensure the safety and well-being of all youth served by [Your Organization Name], we maintain strict policies for preventing, identifying, and reporting child abuse and neglect, in compliance with California Assembly Bill 506.

1. Mandated Reporter Training
All staff and volunteers who work with youth for 16+ hours per month or 32+ hours per year are required to complete California’s Mandated Reporter Training. Certificates of completion are kept on file.

2. Background Checks
All staff and regular volunteers undergo fingerprint-based background checks through:

• California Department of Justice (DOJ)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Child Abuse Central Index (CACI)

These checks are conducted prior to working directly with youth.

3. Reporting Suspected Abuse
Any staff member or volunteer who suspects abuse or neglect must report it immediately to:

• Child Protective Services (CPS) or local law enforcement

Reports must be made within 24 hours of suspicion. All reports are confidential and protected under California law.

4. Confidentiality & Protection
Reporters are protected from retaliation. All information related to suspected abuse is handled with strict confidentiality.

5. Parent Notification
Parents and guardians are informed of our abuse prevention policies and background check procedures upon enrollment. This policy is publicly available on our website and in printed form upon request.

Email us if you have questions.