While domestic investigations are a tool to ensure a child is safe from
family members, children today face other threats. In many households both
parents leave the house for work while childcare is turned over to third
parties. Even licensed professionals are capable of actions that could
endanger a child.
Complete background checks should always be performed before a parent
allows a nanny to care for the child. Leaving a child in the care of a stranger —
even one with childcare experience – presents a potential risk.
Day care centers are arguably safer, particularly if staffed by multiple people.
However, neglect and abuse still occur. Centers might be under investigation by
the state but still allowed to operate, and parents should know a center’s history
before entrusting a child to their care.
Domestic investigation is inexpensive and discreet. Any citizen who suspects a
child may not be in a safe environment should not hesitate to contact an
investigative firm. It is better to hire and investigator and be wrong than to ignore
the situation.