Getting Prepared

Knowing the Basics and Making Safe Decisions

It's important that your child knows their basic personal details and the contact details for their carer and emergency services. Your child should also be able to make safe decisions and apply safety ideas to real world scenerios. 

Let's play a game!
Making Safe Decisions

Play a game of 'What If' with your child to encourage them to consider what they could do in a series of scenarios. 

E.g: they are approached by a stranger, they fall off their bike and are injured or they miss their stop on the bus. 

The answer to each scenerio will be unique to your family and child, but you can check out some of our best-practice advice for possible situations below. 

Activity Time!
My Emergency Details

Complete the My Emergency Details card with your child, or help them to create their own. These can be kept in a safe place e.g.: in your child’s school bag, for access in the event of an emergency. Details should include your child’s name, school and emergency contacts.

Your child should also know their home address and caregiver's details. 

Download My Emergency Details Card

What If Game Scenarios

  • What if you were approached by a stranger?

    You shouldn't go with anyone without permission from your caregivers. If someone makes you feel unsafe, recognise your Early Warning Signs and use the three R's. 


    We'll learn more about Early Warning Signs and the 3 r's here. 

  • What if you get lost or separated from your caregiver?

    If you get lost when out and about, try to remain calm and use your Personal Network or an Instant Network. 


    We will learn more about Personal Networks and Instant Networks here. 

  • What if you're injured when out and about?

    If you are injured when you're out in your community, you may need to use an Instant Network to make contact with your caregiver or receive First Aid. 


    We will learn more about Instant Networks here. 

  • What if your friends want to go somewhere you're not supposed to?

    You shouldn't go anywhere without permission from your caregiver. Your caregiver needs to know where you are and that you are safe. 

A Personal Network

Creating a personal network may help your child to respond and take action faster in an unsafe situation.

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