Public Health

Child Fatality Review

We are working to create a safer community in Kittitas County. Child fatality prevention promotes and protects the health of children and the communities where they live, learn, and play.

Contact

(509) 962-7515
publichealth@co.kittitas.wa.us

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What is Child Fatality Review?

Child Fatality Review (CFR) is the process of reviewing unexpected child deaths in children younger than 19. Its goal is to improve injury prevention strategies. This process is multidisciplinary, bringing together professionals from various fields. Importantly, this is not a punitive process. These different perspectives help create actionable solutions to prevent future fatalities.
Overview: CFR Program

Who implements CFR?

In Washington State, public health departments are encouraged by the State legislature to implement CFR.
RCW 70.05.170

Our Team

The Kittitas County CFR team is a group of local partners with different expertise. The team reviews preventable childhood deaths in an effort to prevent future deaths. Each member brings their knowledge and experience to help identify prevention strategies.
The team reviews each case for both risk and protective factors.

  • Risk factors may increase the likelihood of injury or death.
  • Protective factors, like positive relationships, may decrease the likelihood of injury or death.

Kittitas County Team Representation

  • Coroner's Office
  • Ellensburg Police Department
  • Sheriff Office
  • Car Seat Tech
  • Upper County EMS Division
  • Doctor of Medicine
  • Fire District 6

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