MAXWELLAFBI34-101 — Child Supervision Policies

MAXWELLAFBI34-101 governs acceptable supervision of unattended children on Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex.

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  • Publication number: MAXWELLAFBI34-101
  • Title: CHILD SUPERVISION POLICIES
  • Date: 2013-05-06

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It establishes age-specific guidance for children left unattended, including supervision arrangements, curfews, latch-key care and baby-sitting. It requires limits on childcare arrangements and sets conditions for leaving children alone, in vehicles or in caretaker roles.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all organizations and tenants assigned or attached to Maxwell AFB.

Topics covered

  • Supervision arrangements
  • Lack of supervision
  • Age requirements
  • Curfew for minors
  • Latch-Key Program
  • Baby-sitting
  • Child supervision guidance

Questions and answers

How many hours per week can neighbors care for children?

Arrangements with neighbors for care of children must be limited to 10 hours per week. Persons providing childcare in excess of 10 hours per week, whether paid or unpaid, require licensing by the Mission Support Group Commander through the base family childcare coordinator. (paragraph 3)

When may lack of supervision be considered child neglect?

Lack of supervision may be considered child neglect. (paragraph 4)

Can children under age 7 be left at home alone?

Children under the age of 7 should be accompanied at all times. They should never be left in vehicles unattended or at home alone. (paragraph 5)

Can children ages 7 to 9 be left unsupervised in the home?

Children ages 7 – 9 may not be left unsupervised in the home. (paragraph 5)

How long may children ages 10 to 12 be left unsupervised?

Children ages 10 – 12 may be left unsupervised for up to 3 hours during the day with ready access (phone number) to a responsible adult; they may not be left between the hours of 2200 – 0600. (paragraph 5)

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