Get Operational Policy: General Incident Reporting Procedure

This guide will help you understand how to fill out the Operational Policy: GENERAL Incident Reporting Procedure form in an online format. By following the steps outlined, you can ensure accurate and timely reporting of incidents as required by the Department of Children and Families.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the online form.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your editing tool.
2. Begin with Part A, entering your personal information in the specified fields such as your name, service provider, position title, service location, and phone number. Ensure all required fields marked with an asterisk (*) are completed.
3. In the second section, indicate where the incident occurred by providing the address and categorizing the location (e.g., on-site, in-transit, etc.). Select the appropriate option based on the incident's details.
4. Next, complete the section detailing when the incident took place. If you witnessed the incident, complete the relevant fields. If not, provide the date and time you first learned about the incident and describe how you found out.
5. Fill in the name, date of birth, gender, and current location of the person impacted by the incident in the next section.
6. Proceed to detail any other individuals affected by the incident. Include their information, whether they are clients, members of the public, or staff members, as applicable.
7. Classify the incident by selecting all categories that apply from the provided options. Ensure that you read each description carefully to select the accurate classification.
8. Provide a detailed account of the incident in the specified section. Describe what occurred, the location, time, and whom you informed about the incident.
9. Document any immediate actions that were taken to ensure safety and address the situation. Explain the outcomes or results of those actions.
10. Complete the reporter section with your name, signature, role, and date to certify your report.
11. Ensure that all instructions for follow-up actions are adhered to, providing copies to your manager and filing as required after clicking the appropriate action options.
12. Finally, review all sections for accuracy before submitting. Save your changes, and then download, print, or share the form as needed. Ensure the completed form is emailed to grantsandcontracts.DCF@nt.gov.au.

Start filling out your report online to ensure timely incident reporting.