- Never leave your residence unlocked even for a short time.
- Make sure that you have a good strong dead bolt lock and short security chain on the door.
- Install a peephole in the door, so you can view visitors before you open the door to them.
- Dead bolt locks are the best. Make sure that they have at least 1" draw into the door jam
- Sliding doors are not very secure. Place a metal bar or a wooden dowel rod in the door track
- Ask all visitors to identify themselves before you open the door to them.
- If the visitor is unknown to you, leave the chain guard in place, open the door a few inches, and ask for some identification or credentials
- When hiring domestic help, always check references to make sure the applicant is trustworthy.
- Never hide extra door keys near your door. Someone may be watching without your knowledge.
- Alarm doors and windows.
- When not at home, leave lights or a radio on.
- Record a list of all valuables in your home including serial #s, ID#s, etc.
- Keep emergency numbers handy by each phone.
- Don’t be afraid to call the police.
- When on vacation, cancel mail & newspapers.
- Call your local police for vacation security checks.
- Always keep your car locked while parked in the parking lot.
- Have your keys ready when approaching your vehicle.
- Go to your car with fellow employees.
- Know your business security procedures.
- Travel with a cell phone
- BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS!
- Walk with confidence; have strong body language.
- Make eye contact; don’t act like a victim.
- Avoid dark areas, such as dark parking lots.
- Avoid routines.
- Avoid jogging at night, especially in secluded areas.
- Don’t give personal information over the phone.
- Avoid “ROAD RAGE” confrontations.
- Never set your purse on the floor in public restrooms, where it can be easily grabbed.
- In crowds, keep a firm grip on your purse. Tuck it under your arm for added protection.
- When riding a bus, taxi, subway car, or other public transportation, keep your purse in hand so you won’t forget it.
- Never leave your purse or wallet in the fitting room while you leave to look in the mirror.
- When making a purchase, never leave your purse on the counter or in a shopping cart. It is an open invitation to thieves.
- Escape when possible! The Courts will look to see if you had the option to flee.
- Don’t panic; keep thinking!
- Be cautious of accidents where you are struck from behind.
- If a stranger bothers you in a public place such as a theater, restaurant, or bus, report it at once to a bus driver, waitress, or anyone of authority.
- If you observe anyone acting suspiciously, or doing anything unusual or strange anywhere, or with anyone else, notify the police.
- If you think you are being followed by a suspicious person, walk or run to the nearest well lit business place to get help.
- If a suspicious person turns out to be a robber demanding your money or valuables, DON’T ARGUE. Your life is worth more than money or jewels. Give him the items, then notify the police.
- Always be on guard for confidence men, shysters, purse snatchers, pick pockets, or any person whose activities, conversation, promises, threats, or behavior is out of the ordinary.