General Security Tips

General Safety Tips

Know where your child is at all times and whom they are associating with.
Warn children about the dangers of hitchhiking
Teach children NEVER get into a vehicle without a parent's ok
Children should never open doors to strangers
Be alert to anyone paying undue attention to a child
No unauthorized person should have access to keys
Lock external doors at all times
Remove personal identification from doors and gates
Windows should be connected to your alarm system
Treat the telephone as an insecure means of communication
Do not hand out your number indiscriminately
Verify references of domestic staff
Brief domestic staff frequently on security procedures
Check identity of service personnel
Do not allow people claiming to be members of law enforcement or any other official body into the house until their identity is checked with their headquarters.
Shrubbery and overhanging trees near the house should be removed
Dogs are a strong deterrent to any attack
Good relations with neighbours are essential
If you are being followed, drive to a police station, or fire station
When halted for red light or stop sign, keep the car in gear
Whilst driving keep all doors locked
Always keep gas supply above the half tank level
If thrown into a car trunk, kick out the back taillights and wave your arm out the hole.
Always keep your cell phone fully charged
Keep a close eye on your bag whilst shopping
Avoid leaving items exposed on car seats
Place all purchases in car trunk.
Avoid carrying too much cash
When leaving a party, go to your vehicle in a group
Have your keys in hand when you go to your vehicle
Don't walk alone at night
Always be alert to the people around you.
Always keep your eye on your credit card
Only use official taxis at airports.

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