OAR 413-015-0409
Exception to Completing a CPS Assessment or CPS Assessment Activities

(1)

Exception to Completing a CPS Assessment.

(a)

The only exception to completing a CPS assessment required by these rules (OAR 413-015-0400 (Purpose and Overview of the CPS Assessment Rules) to 413-015-0485 (Confidentiality)) on an assigned referral is when a CPS worker, in consultation with a CPS supervisor or designee, determines that the referral does not require a CPS assessment because:

(A)

The referral was opened in error; or

(B)

There is no longer an allegation of abuse. The CPS worker received information after being assigned the referral and that information in combination with the corresponding screening report no longer constitutes a report of abuse as defined in ORS 419B.005 (Definitions) or, when applicable, ORS 418.205 (Definitions for ORS 418.205 to 418.327, 418.470, 418.475, 418.950 to 418.970 and 418.992 to 418.998) - 418.327 (Licensing of private residential boarding schools). This exception may be used only when the CPS worker and the CPS supervisor or designee determine the information:
(i)
Is not from the alleged perpetrator;
(ii)
Relates directly to and specifically negates all allegations in the screening report; and
(iii)
Is considered on the basis of the objectivity of the individual providing the information and the quality of the information.

(b)

The exception in section (1) of this rule is not permitted and a CPS assessment must be completed when the CPS worker has already made contact with the parent, caregiver, or alleged victim, unless the parent, caregiver, or alleged victim is the original reporter.

(2)

Exception to Completing CPS Assessment Activities. The only exception to completing all requirements of a CPS assessment outlined in these rules (OAR 413-015-0400 (Purpose and Overview of the CPS Assessment Rules) to 413-015-0485 (Confidentiality)) is when the following subsections apply:

(a)

The CPS worker has gathered sufficient information to make a safety determination and the alleged victim is safe;

(b)

The CPS worker has gather sufficient information to make a disposition as required by OAR 413-015-1015 (Making the CPS Assessment Disposition Determination) and the disposition is unfounded; and

(c)

The criteria outlined in the “Exception to Completing CPS Assessment Activities” procedure are met.
(3) The CPS worker must document any exceptions granted under this rule in the Child Welfare electronic information system and explain the basis for the exception.

Source: Rule 413-015-0409 — Exception to Completing a CPS Assessment or CPS Assessment Activities, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=413-015-0409.

413‑015‑0100
Child Protective Service Authority and Responsibility 413‑015‑0105
Purpose of Child Protective Services 413‑015‑0115
Definitions 413‑015‑0125
CPS Responsibility Ends 413‑015‑0200
Purpose of Screening Rules 413‑015‑0205
Information Received 413‑015‑0210
Documentation Requirements 413‑015‑0211
Report of Abuse 413‑015‑0212
Additional Screening Requirements 413‑015‑0213
Request for Family Support Services 413‑015‑0214
Notifications Closed at Screening 413‑015‑0215
Information the OTIS is Responsible for Screening 413‑015‑0220
Case Management Related Information 413‑015‑0225
Information or Referral 413‑015‑0230
Emergency Action 413‑015‑0300
Cross Reporting Defined 413‑015‑0302
Purpose of Cross Reporting 413‑015‑0305
Cross Reporting Requirements 413‑015‑0310
Child Welfare Documentation and Verification Requirements 413‑015‑0400
Purpose and Overview of the CPS Assessment Rules 413‑015‑0403
Assignment of CPS Assessment 413‑015‑0404
Receipt of New Information on an Open CPS Assessment 413‑015‑0405
CPS Assessment Response Timelines 413‑015‑0409
Exception to Completing a CPS Assessment or CPS Assessment Activities 413‑015‑0415
CPS Assessment Activities 413‑015‑0420
Make Initial Contact 413‑015‑0422
Gather Safety Related Information through Interview and Observation 413‑015‑0425
Determine if there is a Present Danger Safety Threat or Impending Danger Safety Threat 413‑015‑0428
Identify How the Impending Danger Safety Threat is Occurring 413‑015‑0432
Develop Safety Plans 413‑015‑0435
Develop a Protective Action Plan 413‑015‑0437
Develop an Initial Safety Plan 413‑015‑0440
Determine Disposition of the CPS Assessment 413‑015‑0445
Make Child Safety Decision and Determine Whether to Open a Case 413‑015‑0450
Develop an Ongoing Safety Plan 413‑015‑0455
Protective Custody and Juvenile Court Action 413‑015‑0460
Visitation 413‑015‑0465
Required Assessments and Screenings for all Children Entering Substitute Care 413‑015‑0470
Notifications at Conclusion of CPS assessment 413‑015‑0475
CPS Assessment Documentation, Completion, and Supervisory Review Requirements 413‑015‑0480
CPS Assessment Extensions 413‑015‑0485
Confidentiality 413‑015‑0601
Purpose 413‑015‑0604
Additional Screening Activities When a Report Involves a Home Certified by Child Welfare 413‑015‑0606
Additional CPS Assessment Activities for a Report Involving a Home Certified by Child Welfare. 413‑015‑0608
Additional Activities at the Conclusion of the CPS Assessment on a Home Certified by Child Welfare 413‑015‑1005
Purpose of the CPS Assessment Dispositions 413‑015‑1010
Standard of Proof and Possible CPS Assessment Dispositions 413‑015‑1015
Making the CPS Assessment Disposition Determination 413‑015‑1100
Authority and Responsibility 413‑015‑1105
Purpose 413‑015‑1115
Requirements 413‑015‑1120
LEDS Use for Child Protective Service Purposes 413‑015‑1125
LEDS Use for Certification Purposes in Emergency Situations 413‑015‑1200
Purpose 413‑015‑1220
Assessment of an Individual’s Involvement in Safety Management 413‑015‑1230
Safety Service Provider Approval
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 413-015-0409’s source at or​.us