University Dining Employee Handbook - 2020

What? • Any suspected abuse (physical, sexual, emotional abuse, or the manufacture of methamphetamine) or neglect of any person under 18 years of age must be reported to UW-Stout Police, local law enforcement or a county social services agency.

When?

• Immediately • Do not delay making a report in order to gather evidence; the agency to whom you make the report will determine whether such an investigation is warranted. • It is acceptable to quickly collect additional information that is readily available (such as talking to co-workers who also interact with that child) or to verify that the information learned meets criteria for reporting, but this must be done very promptly. • It is better to report without all relevant information than to delay a

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How? • Contact UW-Stout Police, local law enforcement or a county social services agency: • Emergency: 911 on or off campus • UW-Stout Police: 715-232-2222 • Dunn County Human Services:\\ 715-232-1116 or if after normal business hours, 715-232-1348. What more should I know? • You’re protected from liability if you make a report in good faith. If the abuse or neglect occurs in connection with a UW-Stout activity or at UW-Stout, you must also report it to your supervisor and UW-Stout Police. Additional Resources: • Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect, Policy # 13-72 • Executive Order 54 FAQ’s • Executive Order 54 Awareness Online Training

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