china first aid kit manufacturer -Childcare experts agree that the best gauge of whether a minor is mature enough to be left home alone is the child's behavior. Do they show a desire and willingness to stay alone? Are they accepting responsibility and making decisions independently? Are they communicating openly? A child staying alone needs to express any fears or concerns so that parents can address those issues quickly. Typically, these skills appear in children ages 10 - 12.
Safety experts agree: It's good to rehearse emergency situations with family members before you leave them alone. Pretend a fire starts, a sibling can't stand up after falling off a swing or a stranger knocks on the door. Everyone should understand what to do, whom to call and where to go.

In addition, be sure the following are available before you leave:
A-Your mobile number
B-The place you can be reached
C-Important phone numbers
D-Two nearby friends, relatives or neighbors
E-The doctor
F-Police
G-Emergency phones
H-Fire Department
I-Local poison control center
J-Everyday home goods
K-Food
L-Beverages
M-Toiletries
N-Emergency supplies
O-First-aid kit
P-Bottled water
Q-Extra blankets
R-A single dose of any needed medication
S-Flashlights and fresh batteries in case of a power outage - snap lights are a good alternative to flashlights (strictly prohibit candles when you're gone)
T-Only Maryland and Illinois have laws stipulating when a child is old enough to be left home alone. In Maryland, the child must be 8 or older. Illinois declares it illegal to leave a minor under age 14 home alone for an "unreasonable" amount of time.

Once you decide to leave a child at home alone, it's the perfect opportunity to review safety principles and rehearse emergency situations.

And if you leave kids home alone, make sure you childproof. Child safety experts suggest locking up or removing these items:
-Alcohol
-Tobacco
-Lighters and matches
-Prescription medications
-Over-the-counter medications that could create problems if taken in excess
-Guns
-Car keys