In many parts of the western world, a mandated reporter is a person who has regular contact with vulnerable people and is therefore legally required to ensure a report is made when abuse is observed or suspected.

What is the meaning of mandatory reporting?

Mandatory reporting is the legislative requirement for selected classes of people to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government authorities.

What is mandatory reporting examples?

risk of physical or sexual abuse or ill-treatment. parent or caregiver's behaviour towards the child causes or risks serious psychological harm (emotional abuse) incidents of domestic violence and as a consequence a child or young person is at risk of serious physical or psychological harm (domestic or family violence)