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National Quality Framework

But What if it is Not an Accident?
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But what if it's not an accident?

Non accidental harm to a child is child abuse.

 

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Now those are protective or preventative strategies that focus on protecting children from accidental harm. But what if it’s not an accident?

What if we’re talking about non accidental harm to a child. As adults we have a duty to protect children from all harm – not just accidental harm.