Safety, Trust & Family Choice

At ArtSit, safety and trust come first. We know inviting someone into your home to care for your child is a big decision. ArtSit is designed around transparency, family choice, clear expectations, and thoughtful coordination.

Our Safety Approach

Application review
ArtSitter profiles
Reference collection
TrustLine status listed when available
Background check steps, when applicable
Safety and conduct agreements
Parent emergency information
Photo/video permissions
Clear policies
Incident reporting

TrustLine & Background Checks

ArtSit encourages eligible ArtSitters to complete California TrustLine registration as part of building trust with families. TrustLine is California's official background check registry for in-home child care providers, including nannies and babysitters. TrustLine status may be listed on an ArtSitter profile when available and verified.

A TrustLine clearance is one important safety tool, but it is not a guarantee of future conduct. ArtSit verifies and lists TrustLine status on provider profiles. Families are encouraged to review ArtSitter profiles, ask questions, and speak with preferred ArtSitters before confirming care.

Family Responsibility

Families are responsible for reviewing ArtSitter profiles, communicating with preferred providers, asking questions, and making the final decision about who provides care for their child. ArtSit provides verified provider information, clear policies, profile details, and coordination support to help families make informed choices.

ArtSitter Responsibility

ArtSitters are expected to provide attentive, respectful, age-appropriate care during each session. ArtSitters must follow family instructions, maintain professional boundaries, communicate clearly, prioritize child safety, and provide accurate information about experience, certifications, and TrustLine status when applicable.

Important Safety Boundaries

No transportation of children
No medication administration
No off-site outings
No guests during bookings
No alcohol, cannabis, illegal substances, or impairing substances
No harsh discipline or physical punishment
No posting children online without written permission
No unsafe creative materials

Insurance & Liability

ArtSit is working to build a responsible platform with clear policies, safety expectations, and appropriate business protections. Because ArtSitters are independent providers, families and ArtSitters should understand that personal insurance, renters/homeowners coverage, professional liability coverage, and other protections may vary by provider and household.

Families and ArtSitters are encouraged to ask questions and understand their own coverage responsibilities before confirming a session.

ArtSit's policies and forms are not a replacement for independent legal, insurance, tax, or licensing advice.