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Family emergency contacts & check-in plan
Last reviewed: ___________________
Fill this in with responsible household members. Keep it private, update it when numbers or arrangements change, and follow emergency-service instructions during a real incident.
1 — Household & essential contacts
| Name or service | Phone number / alternative | Role, address or practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Adult / carer 1 | ||
| Adult / carer 2 | ||
| Trusted neighbour | ||
| Out-of-area relay contact | ||
| School / childcare / carer | ||
| Medical / equipment provider | ||
| Utility / landlord / building |
2 — Agreed locations (only travel when safe)
First safe meeting place / home arrangement
Alternate if first place is unsafe
3 — Check-in message & backup method
Primary communication method
Backup method / trusted relay
Message format: WHO / WHERE / SAFE? / NEXT ACTION / NEXT CHECK-IN
Next check-in window (allow for delays)
If no reply: first safe next action
4 — If networks and routes fail
Remain-in-place or alternate safe procedure
Special care, accessibility or safeguarding contact (no unnecessary diagnoses)
5 — Emergency numbers & important rules
UK emergency services: 999 or 112 — for genuine emergencies only.
Do not risk unsafe travel to meet a timetable. A missed message may mean network failure, not injury. Follow verified local warnings, school/carer arrangements and healthcare instructions. A telephone call may use another available mobile network; no phone link is guaranteed where none operates.
Document location: __________________________ Next review due: ____________________
Keep private: no passwords, full payment-card numbers or unnecessary personal medical details on this sheet.
Keep private: no passwords, full payment-card numbers or unnecessary personal medical details on this sheet.