BARTLETT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR CAREGIVERS AND CHILDREN

The Library is a public building that has thousands of visitors each week, which can present hazards for unsupervised children. Follow these guidelines while in the building:

• Caregivers are responsible for the behavior of their children during visits.
• Children age 7 and younger need direct supervision from a caregiver age 16 or older.
• Children age 8 and older may use the Library unattended if they are non-disruptive.
  • Make sure your child has your contact information if you are dropping them off.
• If you and your child become separated, immediately tell staff so they can assist you.
• Encourage children to go to a service desk if they become separated from you.
• During storytimes, caregivers must remain in the Youth & Teen Services Department.
• If you know you will be late in picking up a child before Library closure, call to let us know.
• If a child (Junior High and under) is still at the Library after closure:
  • At least two employees will wait with the child.
  • Contacting the caregivers will be attempted.
  • If unable to speak with caregivers within 20 minutes of closure, police will be called.
  • If caregivers don’t arrive prior to police, children will be given over to police custody.

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