Babysitter and Nanny Orientation Checklist Walk through the entire house explaining how to exit locked doors or which areas of the house are off limits to children. Share the hiding place of a extra key in the event they get locked out of the house with your child. Explain how the major appliances work. Make sure they know how to dial a beeper number. Show the location of circuit break, fire extinguishers, and first aid box. Demonstrate the fire escape route. Discuss rules which you expect to be followed Discuss any alarm systems and how they work. Don't forget to give code words in the event of an accidental alarm. Give a tour of the kitchen pointing out favorite foods, pet foods and any avoidables which might trigger allergies. Explain what medications should be given and where they are kept. Remind sitter about drowning precautions such as bath tubs, toilets and sinks. Introduce sitter to neighbors or friends you can depend on to keep an eye on things while you are away. Make sure sitter knows address and phone number of your house in the event of a call to 911. Discuss clearly her responsibilities If there are any household chores which she will perform, demonstrate how you feel they should be done. Discuss what privileges you wish to extend to her such as foods she can eat, cars she can drive, phone calls she can make or not make. Also see: More child care resources Email this page to a friend