OCFS-4830. Detention Services Unusual Incident Report

Form OCFS-4830 is a Detention Services Unusual Incident Report form used by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. The purpose of this form is to document and report any unusual incidents that occur within a detention services facility or program.

The form consists of sections where staff or administrators provide information about the incident, including the date, time, location, individuals involved, and a description of what happened. The form may also require details about any actions taken in response to the incident.

Important fields in this form include accurate and detailed documentation of the incident and the response taken. Reporting unusual incidents is crucial for monitoring and addressing safety and security concerns within detention facilities.

Application Example: If an altercation occurs between two youth in a detention center, the staff must complete this form to document the incident. The report will include the date, time, names of the involved youth, a description of the incident, and any interventions taken by staff.

No additional documents are mentioned in the form, but the facility may need to keep records of any follow-up actions, investigations, or communications related to the reported incident.