CCD Legal, Ethical & Regulatory Compliance Flashcards

Which of the following best describes the legal concept of 'in loco parentis' as it applies to camps?

Answer: The camp acting in place of parents to care for and protect campers

'In loco parentis' means the camp legally acts in place of parents, assuming responsibility for campers' care, welfare, and safety.

What is a key HIPAA requirement as it relates to camp health records?

Answer: Protected health information must be kept confidential and shared only with authorized personnel

HIPAA requires that campers' protected health information remain confidential and be shared only with authorized personnel who need it.

What is the primary legal risk when a camp fails to conduct adequate background checks on staff?

Answer: Negligent hiring liability

Failing to conduct adequate background checks exposes the camp to negligent hiring liability if an unvetted staff member harms a camper.

A camp's written anti-harassment policy should include which of the following?

Answer: A clear definition of harassment, reporting procedures, and consequences for violations

An effective anti-harassment policy must define harassment clearly, outline reporting procedures, and specify consequences for violations.

Which of the following is an example of a camp director's ethical obligation regarding conflicts of interest?

Answer: Disclosing personal relationships that may influence professional business decisions

Ethical conflict of interest management requires transparently disclosing personal relationships that could influence professional decision-making.

Under the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), what minimum standard is required of US states?

Answer: Definitions, mandatory reporting procedures, and investigation standards for child abuse and neglect

CAPTA sets federal minimum standards requiring states to have definitions, mandatory reporting procedures, and investigation protocols for child abuse and neglect.