1.   Emergency service.  When an emergency exists, such as the need for immediate services or resources that permit a child to be released from a shelter, the Child Welfare (CW) worker, with CW supervisor approval, contacts the Oklahoma Children's Services (OCS) contract liaison by telephone or e-mail to request an emergency service response by OCS.  Authorization by the OCS contract liaison is required for emergency referrals; however, arrangements may be made by telephone, if necessary, to ensure the contractor has sufficient information to initiate services.