OAR 413-015-0422
Gather Safety Related Information through Interview and Observation

(1)

The CPS worker must gather relevant information and facts necessary to complete all parts of the CPS assessment. The CPS worker must gather information through interview and observation about the following:

(a)

The extent of the abuse;

(b)

The circumstances surrounding the abuse;

(c)

Child functioning;

(d)

Adult functioning;

(e)

Parenting practices and skills; and

(f)

Disciplinary practices.

(2)

Interview.

(a)

Except as outlined in subsection (b) of this section, interview each person in a manner that considers each person’s privacy and safety and assures effective communication. Use information gathered from one interview to assist in the next interview.

(b)

When domestic violence is alleged:

(A)

And the adult victim is not alleged to be a perpetrator of abuse, consider interviewing the alleged adult victim first; and

(B)

Ask questions about domestic violence in separate interviews only.

(c)

The CPS worker must, to the extent possible, do the following during interviews with family members:

(A)

Present identification to the family at the beginning of the interview and provide a business card or other document to the parents and caregivers containing the CPS worker’s name and phone number;

(B)

Clearly state the reason for the interview, provide statutory authority to assess reports of abuse, and give an explanation of the alleged abuse;

(C)

Allow the parent or caregiver to respond to each allegation;

(D)

Assure the privacy of the persons being interviewed;

(E)

Focus the interview on safety;

(F)

Assess whether the parents or caregivers are involved in domestic violence;

(G)

When there is an infant in the household:
(i)
Inquire about sleep practices the family uses anytime the infant is laid down to sleep;
(ii)
Engage and educate the family on safe sleep practices; and
(iii)
Support the family in problem solving to reduce sleep related risk.

(H)

Summarize and discuss the initial impressions and intentions resulting from the interview with appropriate family members or caregivers;

(I)

Obtain from the parents or caregivers the names of persons who can provide additional information in making a safety determination and completing the CPS assessment;

(J)

Ask the parents and caregivers to sign an authorization to release information to enable Child Welfare to obtain confidential information from physicians, mental health providers, school employees, or other service or treatment providers, if applicable; and

(K)

Inform the parents and caregivers about the Child Welfare grievance procedure.

(3)

Observation.

(a)

The CPS worker must observe the alleged victim and the parent or caregiver to assess:

(A)

The physical condition of the alleged victim, including any observable effects of abuse;

(B)

The emotional state of the alleged victim, including mannerisms, signs of fear, and developmental status;

(C)

The reactions of the parents or caregivers to the concerns;

(D)

The emotional and behavioral status of the parents or caregivers during the interviewing process; and

(E)

The interactions between family members, including verbal and body language.

(b)

The CPS worker must observe all home environments where the alleged victim resides to assess:

(A)

The condition of the living space;

(B)

The sleep environment of each child, including any infant; and

(C)

The physical condition of the home.

(4)

When information is gathered or observations made that indicate a child or young adult may be a victim of sex trafficking, the CPS worker must determine whether a child or young adult is, or is at risk of being, a victim of sex trafficking.

(a)

If a determination is made that a child or young adult is a victim of sex trafficking the CPS worker must:

(A)

Report to a screener the identification of a child or a young adult as a sex trafficking victim;

(B)

Identify and refer to appropriate services; and

(C)

Document the child or young adult is a sex trafficking victim in the Child Welfare electronic information system.

(b)

If a determination is made that a child or young adult is at risk of being a victim of sex trafficking, the CPS worker must identify and refer to appropriate services.

Source: Rule 413-015-0422 — Gather Safety Related Information through Interview and Observation, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=413-015-0422.

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 413-015-0422’s source at or​.us