Child Protection Legislation and Dynamics of Child Abuse

Learn about Child Protection Legislation and Dynamics of Child Abuse. Understand the indicators of children at risk of harm and how to implement work practices which support the protection of children and young people. Get performance and knowledge evidence.

001 Child Protection Legislation
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Element 1 Implement work practices which support the protection of children and young people
Performance Evidence
Knowledge Evidence
The purpose of this task is to demonstrate your ability to read, interpret and implement legislation
as it relates to child protection in children’s education and care services.
Reading
 To complete this task refer to pp. 208-210 of your textbook ‘The Big Picture’.
Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to your Core Document Education and Care Services
National Regulations.
- Part 4.2 – Children’s Health and Safety. Division 1-Health, safety and wellbeing of
children. Regulation 84 Awareness of child protection law.
- Part 4.6—Collaborative partnerships with families and communities. Division 1 –
Management of services. Regulation 157 Access for parents.
- Part 4.7—Leadership and service management. Division 1 – Management of
services. Regulation 160 Child enrolment records to be kept by approved provider
and family day care educator.

Question 3
a. According to Regulation 84 Awareness of child protection law, what must the approved
provider of an education and care service advise the nominated supervisors and staff
members in relation to child protection?
On the basis of regulation 84 awareness of chid protection law, it must be approved an education
as well as care services by Nominated staff members. In this way, it is always supports to maintain
protection in children.
a). Existence and application of current child protection legislation
b). Any kind obligation but it may have under specific legislation
Penalty: - $10000.
b. According to Regulation 157 Access for parents, there are three circumstances when an
educator is NOT required to allow a parent to enter the children’s service. Name each of these
circumstances.
Here are identified three different circumstances as follows:-
 When permitting the parents, it should protected or secured their children from any kind of
risk or threat.
 When permitting the parents when it should be participated a role in the conflict with
supervisors and education under particular legislation.
 Supervisor and family members are aware about the educator’s, but in some situation
parents are banned by court order from having a contact with children.
c.

d. According to Regulation 160 (Child enrolment records to be kept by approved provider and
family day care educator), what records must be kept in relation to court orders relating to a
child?
On the basis of regulation, it should kept record information in relation to the court orders which is
related to child.
 Basically, it can approved provider in context of care service, education which must ensure
that maintain records of particular enrolled children. Sometimes, it should include sub
regulation provide the better care service to child.
 An educator of family members are always keep enrolment record that includes information
or data regarding sub-regulation. It provides the facility of each children and provide care
by educator (Manful, Cudjoe & Abdullah, 2020).
 It ensure that record all detailed manner, on the basis of court, parenting plan will be
approved by care provider relating to the duties, authorities, responsibilities of particular
person in children protection.
002 The Dynamics of Child Abuse
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Element 1 Implement work practices which support the protection of children and young people
Element 2 Report indications of possible risk of harm
Element 3 Apply ethical and nurturing practices in work with children and young people
Performance Evidence
Knowledge Evidence
The purpose of this task is to demonstrate your knowledge of the indicators of children at risk of
harm.
Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to pp. 204-206, 212-213 of your textbook, ‘The Big
Picture’.
 To assist you with this task refer to pp. 202-203 of your textbook, ‘The Big Picture’.

Question 2
a. Ellen
Ellen (28 years) was raised by her grandmother who was very strict and believed in the old
saying ‘spare the rod, spoil the child’. Ellen is now a single mother of 2-year-old Marty. She
uses the same harsh discipline as her grandmother – she doesn’t know any other way of
managing Marty... A doctor in emergency is questioning Ellen’s explanation of a spiral fracture
to Marty’s arm, which the doctor suspects is non-accidental.
As per given study, it has found that Ellen’s grandmother who was very strict and believed in old
saying spare spoil child. In case of emergency, It has been identified that Ellen’s explain about the
spiral fracture to Marty. After examination, Doctor was suspected is non-accidental. According to
point of view, there is no question that use of corporal punishment with children (Fouché, Fouché &
Theron, 2020). It may be increased a s controversial matters. Though banned from home, school
and it still remain illegal aspects. If in case, a family member can give a corporal punishment to
their children. On the basis of legislation, It is being banned in some countries. The corporal
punishment will directly affecting children and face consequences for long term. This is completely
unacceptable things.
b. John and Sarah
John and his wife Sarah are older parents, having their first child when Sarah was 39. John and
Sarah have had limited experience with young children and have quite unrealistic expectations
of 4-year-old Jacob who is an active child. Jacob’s educator is concerned that the discipline
used by his parents is harsh and extreme.
As per given study, it has been examined that John and his wife Sarah do not have experienced to
handle their young child. On the basis of analysis, It has found that Jacob’s as 4 years old active
child and doing a lot of activities on regular basis. His educator was suggested to their parents to
maintain a proper discipline with Jacob in hard and extreme level. In this scenario, it is basically
represented the involvement of parents to their children. In specific point of view, An extreme harm
discipline is affecting mental as well as physical health condition. That’s why, John and his wife
needs to monitor the activities of Jacob and provide a right direction so that he can easily
understand and maintain a proper discipline.
c.

d. Jake & Sue
Jake and his partner Sue have two children, Hurley (2yrs) and Phoenix (3.6yrs). Jake abuses
alcohol and Sue suffers from depression. The children are regularly left unattended or
unsupervised. A report has been made by a neighbour that Phoenix often comes to the door
with Hurley asking for food.
According to the given study, It has found that Jake & his Partner sue have two children. But in
case of Jake, he was abuses alcohol and Sue suffer from depression. These kind of situation are
directly affected the mental and physical health of both children. Because it may be affecting a
negative impression where children are regularly left unattended or unsupervised. In personal
experience, if many parents are not completely aware about the children protection. The negative
habits of parents will influence children to do perform unnecessary activities (Forber-Pratt, Wang &
Belciug, 2020). This is because when parents are not providing right guidance or direction to their
children. On the basis of given study, it also identified that phoenix & Hurley comes to door of his
neighbour and asking for food. This kind of situation has represented the careless of his/her
parents, who are completely discourage their children’s.
Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to pp. 202-207, 211-215 of your textbook, ‘The Big Picture’.

Question 3
Read each scenario answer the related questions.
Scenario A: Imogen
Imogen (4mths) attends the service 4 days per week. She has been absent for two weeks and
when she returns she presents with severe nappy rash which appears to be untreated.
Imogen’s mother, Tayla (17yrs) is a single, unemployed parent living on welfare payments.
Tayla has no family support. Tayla tells the educator that Imogen cries a lot and she ‘can’t shut
her up’
a. List the type/s of abuse (physical/emotional/behavioural/etc.) that are evident in this scenario.
On the basis of given study, it has found that physical as well as emotional abuse. In this scenario,
it has analysed that tayla as mother of Imogen, who have a lack of support from family,
unemployment and do not enough money to fulfil their all essential need or requirement (Briggs &
Hawkins, 2020). Imogen 1 month child and sever nappy rashes which appears to be untreated.
This can possible because tayla as mothers of Imogen, who have a lack of money to purchase or
buy a new nappy for her child.
b. Identify the factors that may be contributing to risk of harm.
According to the case study, Imogen a small child has a face problem of rashes which has become
untreatable. The physical factor may contribute to harm the child, if the rashes does not
disappears. It turn white or dark purple or red blotches. Sometimes, it could be very serious
problem. in that case, it should require to contact with health care provider immediately to rule out
with more serious medical situation or condition. Here are consideration of different factors
applicable in given study-
 Child perceived as problem by parents
 Lack of money and emotional outburst
 Exposure to stress due to unemployment
c. What you would document in relation to your concerns about the child?
In given study, it has focused on the Imogen 4-month child with severe nappy rash which appears
to be untreated. This is because when a mother of Imogen does not have a strong support for her
family. She is single mother and unemployment. That’s why, It is not difficult to fulfil all essential
requirement for owned and her child. As per analysis, The relation to concern about child and
providing the better support in their care or facilities. Initially, A children should require a proper
care so as needed to enhance or improve the facilities. But this cannot possible without any

financial supports.
Scenario B: Faidh
Faidh (3yrs) was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age 2.5 years. He has limited language;
engages in self-harming behaviour by hitting his head or pulling his hair when upset; he will only eat
certain foods; and he sleeps for only 2-3 hours each night. His mother, Wafa, is struggling to cope as she
has three other children (13mths, 5yrs and 7yrs). Wafa’s husband does not help with Faidh as he says
child care is ‘women’s work’. Wafa’s parents tell her that Faidh should be placed in a children’s home as
he brings shame to the family. Today Faidh presents with purple bruising on his face, back of legs and
wrists. When asked about the bruises, Wafa tells the educator that Faidh hurt himself when jumping off
the bunk bed.
a. List the type/s of abuse (physical/emotional/behavioural/etc.) that are evident in this scenario.
On the basis of given study, it has found that Faidh was diagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder.
He has face a lot of challenges and identify multiple personality at different ways. Behavioural and
physical abuse that are evident in this scenario. It means that Faidh struggling to control or
maintain the behaviour in different situations.
b. Identify the factors that may be contributing to risk of harm.
On the basis of study, identify the factors that may be contributing to risk of harm. It involves:-
 Mental health problem.
 History of child regarding behavioural disorder
 Exposure to engage in harming behaviour towards other people.
These are consider the different factors which is mainly identified on the basis of scenario and also
understand their harmful affect on others.
c. What you would document in relation to your concerns about the child?
In given Scenario, The document in relation to concern about child because a faidh suffering from
Autism Spectrum Disorder at age 2.5 years. That’s why, It is mainly focused on their rude
behavioural towards brother or sister. The parents of Faidh was so much stressed because they
are hitting his head pulling hair. There is so much possibilities to harm themselves.

Scenario C: George
George (4yrs, 7mths) is normally a happy, outgoing child. Since returning from three weeks visiting cousins in
NZ, George has been withdrawn and cries easily. When the educator talks to his father about his change in
behaviour he reports that George said he didn’t like being at his cousins because they were mean to him. He
said that he and his wife hadn’t been able to get any further information from George and they were also
concerned about him, particularly as his cousin Matt had a similar change in behaviour after he was abused
by a close friend.
One afternoon educator Ella is sitting with George sharing some books about families. George tells the
educator that in the night time his cousin’s Alex (13 years) and Matt (15years) ‘kept pulling his pyjama
pants down and trying to touch his doodle’ and he didn’t like it. Ella responded: ‘Oh that sounds very
scary George. Did you tell your mum or dad?’
George replies: ‘No ‘cause they said I would get into trouble off their dad for telling fibs.’
a. List the type/s of abuse (physical/emotional/behavioural/etc.) that are evident in this scenario.
As per scenario, It has found that George as 4 years, 7 months child face a physical abuse. He was
shared their experience when some his cousins are trying to pull his pyjama pants down, trying his
doodle.
b. What you would document in relation to your concerns about the child?
On the basis study, it is mainly concerns about the George (Child), he was faced a physical abuse
by his cousins. This kind of situation will directly affecting mental or emotional health of children.
This is because he was not completely aware about the illegal actions. But his parents was
identified the behaviour change of George.

Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to pp. 214-216 of your textbook, ‘The Big Picture’.
Question 4
Read the scenario and answer the related questions.
Maru: Part I
Maru (4.8yrs) is large for his age – he is tall and carries extra weight. Maru can be quite bossy
with the other children and will use his size to intimidate others. He finds it difficult to share and
if he wants something another child is using he will simply take it without asking.
Maru is one of four children - he has two older brothers (7yrs and 9yrs and a younger sister
(18mths). The family also includes his Samoan parents - father, Lagi, mother, Tali, and Lagi’s two
younger brothers (aged in their early 20’s).
Maru loves to play football with his brothers which often result in bruises of various colours on
his shins and knees. Today educator Dong notices that Maru also has elongated purple bruises
on the back of his legs as well as what looks like finger print bruising on his lower arm.
Dong asks Maru about his bruises. ‘I can see some bruises on the back of your legs and on
your arm Maru. How did you get them?’
Maru replies: ‘My dad hit me with the strap because I was naughty!’
Maru does not appear to be distressed by his punishment. He is very ‘matter of fact’ about it
and does not appear to be fearful of his father. Dong is shocked. Mum and dad appear very
loving and caring. Lagi often helps out on work bees. Dong has seen him with the children and
would say that he is firm but kind. Dong is worried that if he reports the situation the Department
will be very heavy handed and cause the family unnecessary distress. After all, Dong reasons,
Maru can be very difficult and demanding, maybe Lagi just lost his temper on this one occasion
and it won’t happen again. Dong wonders if he should just have a quiet word with Lagi.
a.

b. What should Dong do next?
As per given scenario, it has found that Maru 4.8 years old child, his personality like Bossy because
heavy weight. Maru loves to play football with his brother. At the time playing session, Dong has
found the some bruises on the back of your legs and on your arm Maru. Afterwards, Dong was
asked the question about his bruises. Maru Simply give an answer that his dad hit me with the
strap because of my naughtiness. But Dong was concerned about Maru and his step to interact
with legi, identify what matters that Legi hitting Maru. According to Dong, this is not the right way to
their own child.
c. Explain why it would not be appropriate for Dong ‘to have a quiet word with Lagi’.
According to situation, Dong was aware about the critical condition of Maru because he was face a
physical abuse by his father. If Dong has identified the situation which is important to take certain
action. This is not appropriate for Dong to have a quite word with legi. As per analysis, Dong was
developed own assumption but it is an appropriate to handle situation. Moreover, it would require to
find the best possible solution to resolve problem of Maru without arguing with legi.
Maru: Part II
Dong realises that he must follow procedure by documenting his conversation and reporting it to the
Director.
Taking on the role of Dong, and using what you know about the family, and the situation, go to the
Mandatory Reporting Guide for your state/territory and use this to determine whether or not a
notification should be made.
Refer to pp. 208- 210 of your textbook, ‘The Big Picture’ for website details:
Mandatory Reporting in Western Australia:
https://mandatoryreporting.dcp.wa.gov.au/Pages/MakeaReport.aspx FAQs for Mandatory Reporting
in Western Australia:
https://mandatoryreporting.dcp.wa.gov.au/Pages/FAQ.aspx

When you have completed reading the guide answer the questions stating:
a. Conclusion/Final decision
In above discussion, it has concluded that Dong needs to be identified the actual reason behind the
critical condition, identify family background. Therefore, it can easily resolve problem of Child who
are hitting by his father. Moreover, concluded that implementing a suitable action through
consulting with directors and reporting authority within legal manner.
b. Justification for final decision (summary of your MRG answers)
It has justified the final decision on the basis of scenario. Usually, it would be applied the suitable
strategy that help to find the background situation of family. If in case, any kind of misconception
identified which may be resolved immediately. As per evidence, it is not clearly describe the actual
reason of hitting to the Maru. First of all, it would try to find reason and then implementing
appropriate actions to protect maru and his dignity in proper manner.
Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to pp. 214-216 of your textbook, ‘The Big Picture’.
Question 5
Read the scenario and answer the questions.
Patrick
Educator Helen is sitting with Patrick (5yrs) looking at the Service photo album. They come to a
set of photos showing the last family BBQ.
Helen: ’Oh look Patrick, there’s you and your dad. I bet you’ll be glad when daddy gets back
from his work trip.’
Patrick: ‘No, I don’t want my daddy to come home.’
Helen: ‘Oh, why not?’
Patrick, in a quiet voice says, ‘Because he frightens me.’
Helen: ‘Can you tell me how he frightens you?’
Patrick: ‘He gets in my bed and makes me touch his penis.’
Helen: ‘Thank you for telling me Patrick. It must be really frightening for you... Daddy is a very
naughty man. I promise I will make sure he doesn’t ever do that to you again!’

a. Identify at what point Helen’s questions/responses in relation to Patrick’s disclosure of abuse
became inappropriate. Give a reason for your answer.
Patrick’s has become face Physical abuse by his father because at the time of Helen’s questions
she was given a response- “he frightens me”
b. What would have been a more appropriate response from Helen?
As per identified the physical abuse situation, it would have recommend the Helen to give serious
response and take legal actions, if it is possible. Moreover, it is also trying to communicate with
Patrick’s father about incident.
Reading
To assist you with this task refer to p. 201 of your textbook, ‘The Big Picture’ Question 6
Read each scenario and identify the main consequence of abuse/neglect as indicated by the
child’s/young person’s behaviour/situation
a. Gemma
Gemma (3yrs) is the 4th girl in the family. Her parents were disappointed when she was born –
they really wanted a son. Gemma’s mother felt guilty about not delivering a boy. She has not
bonded with Gemma and describes her as ‘odd and unlikeable’. As a result, Gemma finds it
hard to relate to others – she is a real loner.
This scenario is basically representing discrimination between boy and girl. The family of Gemma
was not established a right bond with her daughter because they wanted a boy. This kind of
situation will directly affecting the children and they were feeling a alone.

b. Edith
Edith (9yrs) has been in a series of foster homes after being neglected by her mother. Edith
presents as angry and aggressive to teachers and peers. She is always ‘in trouble’ and lately
has started stealing from the bags of other children.
According to the given scenario, it has represented the behaviour of Edith which was quite different
from other. This is because of her mother neglected so that they were shown more aggression to
the teacher or peer (Olszowy, Jaffe, & Saxton, 2020). This situation may arise a problem for her,
sometimes she was trying use bags of other children. This is not appropriate at all.
c. Henry
Henry (6yrs) was placed in care after he presented at hospital at 10 weeks with shaken baby
syndrome. Henry attends a Special School and has been slow to reach his milestones.
As per identified the health condition of Henry, he was going to attends a special school and
interact with educator, children’s. This will help to improve their shaken baby syndrome health
condition in slowly.
d. Jia
Jia (14yrs) has been emotionally abused by his father for many years. Jia often tells his
friends that one day he will commit suicide. He spends time on the internet investigating
suicide options.
This scenario has represented the emotional condition which is mainly faced by Jira because of his
father behaviour. This kind of situation will inspire or motivate child to take suicidal steps but it is
not good at all. Sometimes, A child feel so much depressed and emotional outburst.
e. Brian
Brian (48yrs) has committed suicide. He leaves a note saying he can no longer live with the
consequences of being sexually abused as a child by his uncle.
Physical abused as Brian by his uncle was become more disappointed for people. It is very difficult
for child to maintain a coordination between emotional and physical health.

Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to pp. 213-214 of your textbook ‘The Big Picture’.
You should also refer to the following reading:
 What is Trauma Informed Care?
Question 7
Becoming “trauma-informed” means recognising that people often have many different types of
trauma in their lives. People who have been traumatised need support and understanding from
those around them.
Type Definition
Trauma Trauma is based on the emotional response to a terrible event or
program such as accident, natural disaster. In context of human life, It
will be changing the unpredictable emotions, strained relationship and
flashbacks.
Simple
Trauma
It is define the experience of individual people when they are performed
the different activities. For instance, experiencing on traumatic event that
will increase the individual likelihood of experiencing of another event.
Complex
Trauma
It refers to children’s exposure in context of multiple traumatic events or
program. Sometimes, a major interpersonal nature is directly effecting
individual people.
Trauma
Informed
Care
It is based on the approach in which represent the human services that
consider an individual perception. It is likely than not to create any kind
of trauma. It is helping to protect or secure the health condition of
individual people.

Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to your reading: The Amazing Brain – Trauma and the
Potential for Healing
Question 8
List the 6 basic key facts about trauma and brain development.
Trauma inducted change the brain functionality
 Difficulty with attention
 Learning disabilities
 Impaired social skills
 Sleep disturbance
 Low self esteem
 Lack of coordination
003 Simulated Workplace Task
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Element 1 Implement work practices which support the protection of children and young people
Element 2 Report indications of possible risk of harm
Element 3 Apply ethical and nurturing practices in work with children and young people
Performance Evidence
Knowledge Evidence
This task requires you to demonstrate that you can identify possible risk indicators and follow the
correct reporting procedures.

Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to your Core Document: ECA Code of Ethics (2016)
 For this task you must also refer to your reading: Blue Bay Child Protection Policy
Read the scenarios and draw on the knowledge you have acquired from the text and readings in this
unit to answer the following questions.
Sam I
Sam (4 years 3months) attends child care five days per week. Sam is the oldest of two
children. He has a 3-year-old sister, Carla, Sam’s mother, Sarah, lives with her current
partner, Mick. The family lives in a 2-bedroom rental property, the large yard is overgrown and
full of rusty car parts and broken furniture.
Sarah and Mick use illicit drugs and Sarah often come in with bruises on her face or arms.
She always has an explanation for these
Mick works casually as a bartender and Sarah does not work at all. Often there is little or no
food in the house. Mick spends his time at home drinking beer, smoking and watching sport
or adult movies. The children have been in temporary care on various occasions and are well
known to government welfare officers.
Sarah’s parents have infrequent contact with Sam and Carla.
Mick swears and yells at Sam, telling him to get lost and that he is stupid.
Sam has taken on a protector role of Carla and always makes sure she has food before
taking some for himself.
At child care Sam can be aggressive, pushing in front of the other children when lining up to
go in for lunch and yelling and pushing when another child joins his play.
Question 1
a. List two social and family factors that may contribute to Sam being considered to be a child at
risk of harm.
The protective factor that may contribute to same which being considered to be child at risk of
harm. Here are considered factors:-
 Family structure
 Parenting style and practices
 Relationship between parents and children’s.
b.

c. List two behaviours being demonstrated by Sam that may indicate that he is a child at risk of
harm.
  Aggressive behaviour towards parents
 Protective, emotional care behaviour towards children
Sam II
It is 9:45am and Sam and Carla arrive at the service with Sarah. Sarah has a black eye and says she fell
down the stairs. Sam has dirt all over his face and his hair is matted.
At lunch time Sam asks for more food, Hamish (educator) tells him there is no more lunch but he can
have some fruit salad soon. Sam asks several times in an angry voice for more food. Sam then yells at
Hamish telling him he wants more lunch now. Hamish explains again that he needs to wait. Sam then
throws his fork on the ground and angrily swipes at his plate and the plate next to him. The plates go
flying and Sam gets food all over himself.
When Hamish is helping Sam to change his clothes he notices Sam has a purple-reddish bruise on his
stomach and back.
Now that Sam has calmed down Hamish asks if he would like to have some fruit salad and sits with him
as he eats it.
Question 2
Suggest the information that the staff should document in relation to the children.
It has suggested that staff member like Hamish can understand the aggressive behaviour of Sam.
he was trying to claim down Sam and give Some fruits or salad. In relation to children, it is
important to show protective behaviour or attitude.

Reading
 To assist with this task refer to your reading Blue Bay Child Protection Policy.
Question 3
a. With reference to the Blue Bay Child Protection Policy, what procedure must the Nominated
Supervisor follow to determine if a report should be made to the Department in relation to Sam?
What step to take before reporting
 Identify the causes of harmful situation
 Planning to maintain child protection
 Implementing children protection policy
 Follow a procedure about prevention
 Maintain and control in relation to child
b. With reference to the Blue Bay Child Protection Policy when documenting information in
relation to the suspected risk of harm of Sam, what should be done if a mistake is made in the
documentation?
According to the blue bay child protection policy, if any kind of harmful activities are identified
towards Sam. It should be required to follow reporting procedures and provide believe on the
reasonable growth that Sam is need of protection because they has suffered significant harm by
physical injuries.
c. With reference to the Blue Bay Child Protection Policy how should you record anything said to
you by the child in relation to suspected abuse?
 Evidence related to harmful injuries
 Witnessed as individual person
 Record statement of family members, colleagues and neighbour
d.

e. With reference to the Blue Bay Child Protection Policy how is the term ‘reasonable grounds’
defined?
Reasonable grounds- a person may belief on the reasonable grounds which means that a child
needs a protection after aware about critical situation.
Sam III
It is 4:45pm and Mick arrives to pick up the children. He rings the bell and when there is no
immediate response he bangs on the door and yells out, “Open up. I’m here for my kids.” Mick
is obviously drunk or high on drugs. The Director walks to the door and Mick starts swearing
and kicking at the door. She attempts to talk to Mick through the intercom but he becomes
more aggressive.
The Director calls for lock down procedures to be implemented and then calls the Police. The
Police arrive five minutes later. After a brief altercation, Mick is taken to the Police station.
By now there are around a dozen parents who have witnessed the whole scene. As the parents
file in to collect their children they are all talking about the incident and asking what happened.
The Director thanks the parents for waiting until the situation had been resolved and tells them
that she can’t discuss the matter. She reassures the parents that all of the children are safe and
seem to be unaware of the incident.
Several of the staff later comment to the Director that the children ‘would be better off without
Mick or Sarah.
The Director acknowledges that the situation is very stressful and reminds the team that they
must act in an ethical manner. It is not up to the team to judge the family, but to instead focus
on acting in the best interests of the children. The Director also reminds staff not to discuss the
incident with other parents.
Reading
 To assist you with this task refer to the: ECA Code of Ethics

Question 4
a. The Code of Ethics states that, ‘in relation to children, I will…. act in the best interests of all
children’.
Explain how this was demonstrated by the Director in the above scenario.
The statement was demonstrated by director in the given scenario. Because director can behave in
ethical manner to discuss with Mick but he was drunk. That’s why, it has been developed a
complex situation so that it should use code of ethics, called police immediately to handle situation.
This kind of act in the best interests of children, who are feel safe.
b. The Code of Ethics states that ‘in relation to families … ‘I will….. respect families’ right to
privacy and maintain confidentiality’.
Explain how this was demonstrated by the Director in the above scenario.
Director needs to maintain privacy and maintain confidentiality so that he was requested to the staff
members where they were not sharing incident with other parents.
c. The Code of Ethics states that ‘in relation to colleagues… ‘I will….. encourage others to adopt
and act in accordance with this Code, and take action in the presence of unethical behaviours’.
Explain how this was demonstrated by the Director in the above scenario.
According to the code of ethics, it should require to implement suitable action against unethical
behaviour of Mick. That’s why, Director can analyse the situation and then called police to maintain
decorum.

Sam IV
It is three weeks since the incident with Mick. The children are currently in the temporary care
of their grandparents.
Sam and Carla continue to attend child care. Sam has told an educator that he wants to stay
with Nanny and Poppy forever and ever. He is in clean clothes every day and is less
aggressive in his play.
On their break at morning tea several staff members are talking about the family. Mitch, a
younger educator, comments that the children are so much better now that they are away from
their druggie parents.
Question 5
a. Explain why Mitch’s comments are unethical and inappropriate?
Mitch’s comments are unethical and in appropriate because he was directly blame the parents of
Sam with knowing actual family background. This is not right way to blame anybody without
evidence.
b. Beth, a new educator at the service, is concerned with Mitch’s comments. Who should Beth
discuss her concerns with?
Beth a new educator, do not know about the current incident. That’s why, Beth was so much
curious about the Mitch’s comments and want to discuss about incident.

Question 6
Taking on the role of the Director, and taking into account the information provided in the Sam
scenarios, go to the Mandatory Reporting Guide (MRG) for your state/territory and use this to
determine whether or not a notification should be made.
When you have completed reading the guide answer the questions stating:
a. the final decision
b. the justification for the decision (summary of your MRG answers).
Mandatory Reporting in Western Australia:
https://mandatoryreporting.dcp.wa.gov.au/Pages/MakeaReport.aspx
FAQs for Mandatory Reporting in Western Australia:
https://mandatoryreporting.dcp.wa.gov.au/Pages/FAQ.aspx
a. b. The final decision is that when focused on the privacy and security about Sam. SO as, it
has taken some legal actions while providing custody of sam of his grand parents.
c. The justification for the decision (summary of your MRG answers)
On the basis of decision, it has justified that sam want to shift permanently with his grant parents because he
can enjoy their life without distraction.
Reading
 To complete this task refer to the Core Document: A simplified version of the United
Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Question 7
In relation to the four Sam scenarios, identify one Article of the Convention which is reflected
when:
a. The Director calls for lock down procedures to be implemented and then calls the Police.
At the time of lock-down, No one authorised to mis-behave in public places so that it would be
required to implemented suitable action. If in case, situation gets worst which need to call police
and handle situation in proper manner.
b.

Hamish offers Sam more fruit salad and sits with him as he eats it.
Hamish will try to claim Sam so that they feel relax and sit with him as h eats fruits or food. This will
help to build a trust or loyalty with sam. Afterwards, it will be fulfilling all essential need of Sam.
c. The Director reminds educators of the need to respect the family’s right to privacy.
Director will try to aware the educator where they should maintain a proper privacy and security. So
that it help to maintain respect of family.
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