Dealing with child welfare risks is one of the most challenging and sensitive topics in the daily life of childcare facilities. As an educational professional, you often find yourself in a difficult position. You have an independent role within the framework of child protection: if you act hastily and without professional knowledge when you suspect a risk to a child's welfare, you may easily jeopardize the trust of the parents and the child, and undermine your educational mission. Conversely, if you delay action or do nothing when a child is truly in danger, you might never forgive yourself for that mistake. To act professionally and in the best interest of the child on such a sensitive issue, knowledge and experience in handling suspicions of child welfare risks are essential. This work provides the necessary foundational knowledge in easily understandable language and empowers you to...