A CNA, who is also a parent volunteer at an after-school program, observes a child with multiple unexplained burns. Under California law, the CNA is:
Explanation
Under PC §11165.7, health practitioners (including CNAs) are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse or neglect, in addition to their elder abuse duties under W&I §15630. PC §11166 requires an immediate telephone report to a child protective agency (police, sheriff, or CPS) as soon as practicably possible, followed by a written report within 36 hours. Waiting for family (a) or only telling the principal (c) does not satisfy the statute. The duty applies whenever the mandated reporter, in their professional capacity OR within the scope of employment, learns of or observes suspected abuse.
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