 Coping
With A Crisis
While most injuries are predictable and preventable, it is important
to be prepared if emergencies do occur.
Post these numbers next to the Phone
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911 Emergency Services
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ambulance, fire and police where 911 is not in use.
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local hospital/medical center
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Your facility/home address and phone number
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POISON CONTROL CENTER for your area. Call your local health
unit or licensing department if you do not have the number or check your
local telephone book.
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Social Services in the event of suspected abuse.
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local Licensing Office
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local Health Unit/Department
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alternate provider in case of emergency
Keep in a small box by the phone up-to-date file cards which list:
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work and home phone numbers of parents/guardians and emergency contacts
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names, addresses and phone numbers of children's doctors and dentists
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medical information/insurance numbers (See: Example
Emergency Card)
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Make sure all phone numbers and contacts are keep current!
First Aid Kits
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Attach a list of contents to the inside cover or lid of all First Aid
Kits and check it regularly! Keep it well stocked.
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Place a copy of the file card (above) inside your First Aid Kit for
emergencies during field trips away from the home as well.
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Keep a roll of quarters in any portable First Aid Kits for emergency
phone calls to hospitals, parents, doctors or others.
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Remember - You can dial 911 without using a coin!
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Take a First Aid Course and keep it current!
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Also see the article on: What
Should I put in my First Aid Kit?
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