Accessible Reporting Checklist Summaries

These HTML summaries provide accessible text alternatives for the downloadable PDF checklists on HowToReport.org.

Scam reporting checklist

• Save screenshots, messages, phone numbers, emails, receipts, tracking numbers, and payment records.
• Report the scam through the official FTC or FBI IC3 path when appropriate.
• Contact your bank, card issuer, or payment app if money was sent.
• Keep confirmation numbers and follow-up deadlines.

Workplace reporting checklist

• Write down dates, times, locations, witnesses, supervisor names, and what happened.
• Save pay stubs, schedules, policies, HR messages, emails, photos, and incident notes.
• Check whether OSHA, EEOC, DOL, a state agency, or an internal HR process fits the issue.
• Watch filing deadlines and retaliation protections.

Garbage or city service checklist

• Record the address, pickup date, service type, photos, and any prior ticket numbers.
• Use the city 311, sanitation department, or local public works reporting path.
• Keep the case number and follow up if the issue is not resolved.

Community reporting checklist

• If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call or text 988.
• Document only what you directly observed: date, time, location, and safety concerns.
• Avoid sharing sensitive personal information unless an official agency specifically requests it.
• Use local non-emergency, outreach, code enforcement, or public health channels as appropriate.