Final answer:
A mandated reporter is still required to submit a signed written follow-up report after an initial automated written report when unable to report by telephone.
Step-by-step explanation:
A mandated reporter who files a one-time automated written report because he or she was unable to submit an initial report by telephone is still required to submit a signed written follow-up report.
In many jurisdictions, after making an oral report, the mandated reporter must also submit a written report to the child protective services (CPS) or equivalent agency within a specified time frame, often within 36 to 48 hours. This procedure ensures that all the necessary information is formally documented and can be followed up by the appropriate agencies.