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Safe Child Policy (revised for COVID-19 considerations)

The safety of children left alone in the Library is a serious concern of the Library staff.  The staff, however, has many duties to perform in order to serve all patrons.  Library staff cannot monitor the behavior and safety of children while in the Library.  The responsibility for the safety and behavior of children in the Library rests with the parent/caregiver and not with the Library staff.

Due to the requirements and restrictions placed on the Library due to COVID-19, the Library has raised the minimum age requirement for visiting the Library unaccompanied until further notice. All minors under the age of 14 must be accompanied and supervised at all times by a responsible caregiver (18 years or older). 

Children ages 14 and older may use the Library unattended for an amount of time appropriate for their age and maturity provided that they comply with all Library rules and the Patron Code of Conduct.  Parents/caregivers are still, however, responsible for the behavior of their children.  If children do not comply with Library rules and the Patron Code of Conduct, Library staff may ask them to leave the Library and the police may be contacted.  If a child of this age group is not able to leave the Library without an adult, he/she should not be in the Library alone. Children must also have the phone number of a parent/caregiver that may be contacted in an emergency.
 
UNATTENDED CHILDREN AFTER CLOSING TIME
The Library is not responsible for children without a ride home at closing.  Library staff will exercise appropriate procedures to ensure the safety of unattended children when the Library is closing.
Parents/caregivers are responsible for being aware of the Library’s hours of operation.  Parents/caregivers must also keep in mind that the Library may close unexpectedly for reasons out of the control of staff, such as a power outage, loss of heat, inclement weather, etc. Children should know what to do should this occur.  Library staff cannot give rides to any child.
  1. If no ride has arrived within 15 minutes after closing time the staff will call the Glen Ridge Police Department.  Two Library staff members will wait for the Police with the child.
  2. Staff will record the parent’s/caregiver’s name, address, telephone number and the child’s name.
  3. Once found, the parent/caregiver will be given a copy of the Safe Child Policy.
  4. Staff will refer any additional incidents to the Police Department.
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS
​The Library may have sudden emergencies such as lack of heat or electricity.  This may necessitate the Library closing without warning.  Significant inclement weather may also necessitate the Library closing.  Children should know what to do if the Library must close unexpectedly.  If a child is left unattended during an emergency closing, then the same guidelines outlined above under regularly scheduled closings will apply.
Violation of the Safe Child Policy may result in suspension of Library privileges for the family.

Revisions approved by the Library Board of Trustees on June 30, 2020
Library Hours for Holds Pick Up (Grab & Go)
Monday 
9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 3 pm

Glen Ridge Public Library
240 Ridgewood Avenue
Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Phone: 973-748-5482
​Email: glrgcirc@bccls.org
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Site last updated January 19, 2021
  • HOME
  • MY ACCOUNT
  • EVENTS
  • ABOUT
    • Hours & Directions
    • Get Involved >
      • Volunteer
      • Job Openings
    • Board of Trustees
    • 2020 Annual Report
    • 2020-2025 Strategic Plan [pdf]
    • Gifts & Donations
    • Mission & Vision
    • Patron Code of Conduct
  • BORROW
    • Search the Catalog
    • Fine Free FAQ
    • Library Cards & Borrowing >
      • Get a Library Card
      • Requesting, renewing & returning
      • Loan Periods
      • BCCLS & ReBL Libraries
      • Au Pair and Nannies
      • Confidentiality of Patron Records
    • What's New to Borrow? >
      • Books
      • Films & TV
      • Music & Audiobooks
    • Digital Collections >
      • Audiobooks
      • eBooks
      • Magazines
      • Movies
    • Bookshare eBook Accessibility Service
    • Library of Things
    • Wifi Hotspots
    • Book Guides
  • SERVICES
    • Computers & Printing >
      • computer access
      • Print, Copy, Fax & Scan
      • Wireless Printing
    • Genealogy & Local History >
      • Archive & Research Area
      • Local History Database
      • Heritage Quest (from NJ State Library)
      • Submit a Photo to the Archive
    • Homebound Delivery
    • Learn with a Librarian
    • Makerspace
    • Meeting Room
    • Notary Public
    • Online Resources >
      • Digital New York Times
      • Digital Wall Street Journal
      • Jersey Clicks
      • Kanopy Movies
      • NJ DMV Practice Tests
      • Research a Topic
      • Rosetta Stone
      • Tutor.com
      • Universal Class
  • CHILDREN'S & TEENS
    • Children's Activities & Ideas
    • after school clubs
    • Story Time Take Out
    • programs & events
    • Storytimes on Demand
    • Safe Child Policy
    • Teen Volunteers
    • Tutor.com
  • CONTACT US
  • Friends of the Library
  • Library Reopening Information