Did you know that many camps are not regulated or inspected?
In Louisiana, a licence is required by the Department of Health and Hospitals to operate a summer day camp, but not all enforce safety policies beyond the basic requirements of the state.
To ensure that your camper has an awesome, but safe, camp experience, here is a handy checklist to ask camp administrators when searching for the right one.
☑ Are there criminal background checks for all staff?
☑ Do all camp counselors and staff have:
First aid training?
CPR certification?
Health and safety training?
Lifeguard certification?
☑ What is the counselor to camper ratio?
☑ What are your screening and hiring practices? Is a background check required?
☑ What training does the staff receive on safety, supervision, counseling, problem solving, and other issues unique to working with children?
☑ What is the background and experience of the camp director?
☑ Does the camp have:
A recent fire safety inspection?
Air conditioning?
Sun protection?
Frequent water breaks?
☑ Is the camp accredited by the American Camping Association?
☑ What is your emergency procedure?
A gift from Kinder Haus Montessori School
Inspired By and In Memory of Chace