A student trips and scrapes their knee. They’re fine after a bandage. Report?
Yes. Any injury, no matter how minor, should be reported.
How soon should an incident report be submitted after an incident?
Immediately or by the end of the day. (based on severity)
Reports must include the 5 W’s: Who, What, Where, ______, Why.
When
A student has a paper cut, emergency or routine?
Routine
Who must you inform immediately after a serious incident?
Site Coordinator or OGM
Two students argue loudly but walk away. No physical contact. Report?
Yes. Behavioral conflicts should be documented.
When is the deadline to notify families after an incident involving injury?
Same day, as soon as possible.
Every report must be signed by ______.
The reporting staff member
A student faints suddenly and doesn’t wake right away. Emergency or Routine?
Emergency
Should you share incident details with other students or parents?
No, maintain confidentiality.
A student tells you their stomach hurts but feels better after resting. Report?
Yes. Illness complaints should be documented, even if they improve.
If a serious injury occurs, how fast must emergency services be contacted?
Immediately. Safety first.
(always inform coordinator)
The most important detail about the child’s condition should go in the ______ section.
Part of body affected section (with notes)
A child has a seizure for the first time. Emergency or Routine?
Emergency
What’s the most respectful way to share an injury report with a parent?
In private and with calm professionalism.
A student shares that a peers' boyfriend followed them on instagram. Report?
No, unless there is further conflict and escalation.
If you’re unsure whether to report, what’s your first step?
Notify your Site Coordinator or Supervisor right away.
If witnesses were present, you should include their ______.
Names and statements
A child spilled a cup of water on themselves. Emergency or Routine?
routine.
You’re unsure how to phrase something in a report. Who should you ask?
Your supervisor
A student loses their bag of Takis. No conflict involved. Report?
No, unless there’s a conflict or escalation involved.
Why is time-stamping an incident report important?
It provides a legal timeline and protects everyone involved.
Instead of assumptions, write only ______
Facts/observations
A parent shows up appearing intoxicated. Emergency or Routine?
Emergency — potential safety concern.
After an incident, staff must debrief. Why?
To improve future response and ensure clarity.