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07/01/2013
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Experts give tips on what to observe before choosing the site where the children will spend the days off
Camp can be a good idea for parents seeking to occupy the children during the school holiday period in the second half of this month. Experts, however, we must take a number of precautions before choosing the site where the little ones will spend their days off. Like any service provider, company or club that offers summer camp must meet the standards set by the Consumer Defense Code (CDC). This is the case of the need to be signed contract with clear information about values, infrastructure and activities that will be performed.
1 - Contract
Everything has been agreed verbally or included in brochures must be written into the contract: payment methods, activities, menu, accommodation, staff, medical and conditions for withdrawal. It is essential to observe all the details so no headache in the future.
2 - Team
The entertainers responsible for the activities have to be qualified. Check with other parents and ask directions from reliable companies. Request a résumé of engineers and their collaborators.
3 - Local
You should check if the site has the necessary infrastructure to meet all that was stipulated in the contract. If possible, visit the place before closing the contract to tour the facilities. Give enough attention to security: emergency exits and fire extinguishers are key items. Make sure the toys are not rusty and follow the determinations of the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards (ABNT).
4 - Food
Find out if the site menu suits the child's preferences. Ensure that the company offers healthy food options. If you can also check the kitchen and dining room of the place.
5 - Medical
Find out if the camp has an infirmary or a team that can give first aid in case of accidents. Medical insurance is not mandatory, it is best that there is on-site medical care. Also check what the referral in case of accident severity with the child to the hospital or clinic where it will be forwarded.
6 - Activities
Seek diversified activities that are appropriate to the child's profile. Many summer camps offer pesseios cultural, sports, theater classes and photography.
7 - Search
If you hire a company that has no reference, find out if there are complaints in court against her and Procon.
8 - Payment
The payment must be present in the contract. If the company cancel the colony should return the amounts paid. The reimbursement shall be done in the same manner of payment, if the order was made, the return must be made the same way.
9 - Withdrawal
Check the contract if there is a pre-established period for withdrawal if the child does not adapt to the camp and the possibility of returning the money paid in full or partially. If not forecast in the contract, the company is not obliged to return. If you prefer, combine to pay a daily or week, for example, to do an experiment with the child.
Source: The Globe - Online
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