AB-506 Compliance Checklist (California)
Use this checklist to implement AB-506 requirements for churches and youth‑serving ministries.
1) Designate a Compliance Owner
Assign a staff member to own AB‑506 tasks, timelines, and documentation.
2) Register for Live Scan
Enroll your organization with CA DOJ; set up ORI, billing, and fingerprinting logistics.
Schedule fingerprints for all employees and regular volunteers; track results.
3) Mandated Reporter Training
Require state‑approved child abuse reporting training for employees and volunteers; retain certificates.
4) Written Child Safety Policies
Adopt AB‑506‑aligned policies (two‑adult rule, supervision ratios, prohibited conduct, reporting & escalation).
Train leaders and volunteers on policies; obtain acknowledgments.
5) Recordkeeping & Audits
Maintain fingerprint results, training certificates, policy acknowledgments, incident reports.
Run periodic internal audits; re‑screen and retrain on schedule.
6) Supplemental Checks (Optional)
Consider national commercial checks for recent out‑of‑state history or non‑fingerprint offenses (after Live Scan).
7) Communication & Culture
Inform parents and volunteers of safety commitments; reinforce reporting pathways and expectations.
Key Notes
AB‑506 mandates Live Scan for employees and regular volunteers; commercial checks are supplemental only.
FBI add‑on expands beyond CA DOJ; useful for non‑California history.
Need help implementing AB‑506? Contact a ChurchWest advisor for guidance on policies, training, and documentation.
Conclusion
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