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Child Safety Checklist

Yes No  
Does your child know what to do if lost?
Have you ever discussed peer pressure with your child?
Have you ever discussed with your child what abnormal behavior is?
Have you discussed when your child should get out of a friend’s car?
Have you discussed with your children what should be done if they find themselves at a questionable party?
Have you ever taken a walking tour of your neighborhood?
Have you physically checked out the facilities your child attends such as day care or school, sports facilities, or other play areas?
Does your child know when to reject adult authority?
Have you ever discussed emergency procedures with your child?
Does your child carry personal identification and medical information?
Are you and your child prompt?
Do you know if your child is a follower?
Do you know if your child is a wanderer?
Can you accout for your child’s whereabouts hourly?
Have you discussed with your child who might be the best people to approach if he or she needs help?
Have you ever done any public transportation training with your child?
Do you know specifically how much money your child has to spend?
In the presence of your child, do you display a positive attitude toward the police and the law?

Is your home a gathering place for kids?
     If no, have you thought why?
     If no, do you know whose house is a gathering place for kids?

Do you know the telephone numbers and addresses of your child’s friends?
Have you met the parents of your child’s friends?
Do you feel you:
Listen to your child?
Spend enough time with your child?
Does your child know how and where to reach you at any time?
If you answered “no” to any of these questions, consider a change in behavior to increase your child's security.
Checklist courtesy of the Washington State Crime Prevention Association.

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