Emergencies

You will need to know where parents can be contacted and also to have emergency numbers handy. Ask them to complete the list below:

• Parents
• Friend/relative
• Neighbour
• Doctor
• Hospital
• Police
• Taxi

You should discuss how to get out of the house safely in the event of a fire and also home details for the emergency services:

• Address
• Postcode
• Telephone number

Ask to be shown where and how to use:

• First Aid Box
• Fire extinguisher
• Fire blanket
• Torch

Let a member of your family know where you are babysitting, the family’s name and telephone number and also what time to expect you home.

Do not allow people in and speak to callers through a closed door or window.