If a caseworker has a serious concern about child safety or well-being and is considering disallowing new placements with a particular foster family verified by a private child placing agency (CPA), the caseworker must do the following:

• Thoroughly document the reasons to consider disallowing new placements.
• Submit this documentation to his or her direct supervisor.

The request goes up the chain of command for consideration and approval. For specific steps in this process, see the Foster and Licensed Facility Placements Resource GuidePDF Document – Disallowing Placement.