Which action supports ongoing safety by encouraging reporting of new events?

• A. Encourage continued reporting for new events
• B. Close the case quickly
• C. Limit reporting to initial incident
• D. Disclose information to peers

Answer: (A)

Ongoing safety depends on continuous reporting of new events. When people know they can share new signs, incidents, or changes in a situation, adults can reassess risk, update safety plans, and connect students with the right support right away. This ongoing flow of information helps catch escalations, new harmful dynamics, or emerging threats that a one-time report would miss, keeping the safety plan responsive to what’s actually happening. Closing the case early stops new information from being gathered and considered, and limiting reporting to the initial incident leaves future risks unaddressed. Sharing information with peers without clear reporting focus can also undermine privacy and doesn’t directly promote new-event reporting. The approach that emphasizes continued reporting for new events best supports safety over time.