HR416 - Child Abuse Reporting

Policy

Section: Human Resources

In compliance with Iowa Code, the College shall establish procedures requiring employees who in the scope of the person’s employment responsibilities examine, attend, counsel or treat a child to report suspected child abuse.

DMACC administration shall cooperate with law enforcement to investigate reports of suspected child abuse.

The Human Resources Department shall monitor completion of Mandatory Reporter child abuse training as required by Iowa Code.

Legal Reference:
Iowa Code Section 260C.14

Iowa Code Section 232.68

Iowa Code Section 232.69

Iowa Code Section 232.70

Cross Reference:
Procedures HR3342 - Child Abuse Reporting

Adopted: October 8, 2012
Reviewed: 2020

Revised:
September 14, 2020