Risk or safety assessment upon request of front-line staff -- Accompaniment by local law enforcement officer

Accompaniment by local law enforcement officer. Front-line staff may request a risk or safety assessment prior to an investigation or delivery of services in a community setting. The direct supervisor of the requesting front- line staff and the safety liaison officer if a safety liaison officer position is designated for the county shall conduct the safety or risk assessment. If the situation warrants the accompaniment of front-line staff by a local law enforcement officer, the supervisor shall make the request to the local law enforcement agency.