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Emergencies

Practise what to do if a child is separated

The child and caregiver know who to ask for help.

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Done when

The child and caregiver know who to ask for help.

The child and caregiver know who to ask for help.

Who this is for

Caregivers and children at an appropriate level; never stage frightening abandonment.

Why this matters

The child can rehearse asking for help before an outing.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Identify a meeting point and venue staff who can help.
  2. Practise the child saying they are lost and showing a caregiver contact card.
  3. Photograph the day's clothing and explain that the caregiver will promptly ask staff for help if separated.

Evidence and references

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