Every one of us faces personal risks. Eliminating risks from your everyday existence is critical to reducing your crime target quotient. Why be a victim, a potential victim or a target of crime when you don't have to be? Think about your safety regularly and always be aware of it. Make sure your lifestyle is as safe as you think it is. Here are some quick tips to keep you safe when you're at home, work or play.
Do not become a complete creature of habit. Vary your daily activities a little bit every day.
Never carry more than $200 in cash on your person. Only use ATM machines at your bank during daytime or in well-secured public places. Observe your surroundings before using an ATM.
Consider practicing martial arts to keep yourself skilled at protecting your physical well-being.
Always carry a cell phone wherever you walk or when traveling in your car.
Always travel with others; check in with people at home or at the office when you do travel.
Lock your car and close your windows whenever it is parked. Keep your doors locked while you're driving as well. Check the backseat of your car before getting into it and be sure to look underneath it as you're approaching it, especially at night.
Try to keep your home keys and your car keys on separate key chains. When shopping, always park in well-lit areas and try to avoid shopping alone at night.
When at home, always have a list of emergency contact numbers posted near your telephone or in your cell phone for quick reference. Always keep outside doors locked, including the garage door, back doors and side doors to your home. Check them periodically to make sure they're safe. Second floor windows should also be locked, especially if they are accessible in some manner.
Always let police know when you'll away from your home for an extended period. Arrange to have them do periodic checks of your home.
Always ask for identification before letting professionals into your home to do work. Always be present whenever workers repair or are in your home. Check the references of the people who work for you or work in or around your home. This may help you avoid a ripoff, or worse, a robbery.
Always know the exact locations of police stations and sheriff's offices in your area. If you're ever followed home at night, consider driving to one of those locations.
Participate in a neighborhood watch program. Have a buddy system with one of your neighbors for keeping an eye on your property and collecting your mail or papers when you're away.
Always keep a key with a trusted neighbor rather than keeping it stashed outside your home, which is very dangerous.
Teach children not to answer the door for strangers. Make sure they know how to call for help, how to reach 911 quickly and how to get help from neighbors when needed.
Always maintain and a fire escape plan for yourself and for your family. Practice your escape plan routinely. Keep all lighters and matches away from children. Always keep a fire extinguisher next to the stove. Check the batteries in your smoke alarm every month.
Safe Home Security advises you to investigate and practice the basic rules of safety. Take a little bit of time to think about these particular rules and apply them to your daily lifestyle. They can help protect you against crime, fire and other threats.
Do not become a complete creature of habit. Vary your daily activities a little bit every day.
Never carry more than $200 in cash on your person. Only use ATM machines at your bank during daytime or in well-secured public places. Observe your surroundings before using an ATM.
Consider practicing martial arts to keep yourself skilled at protecting your physical well-being.
Always carry a cell phone wherever you walk or when traveling in your car.
Always travel with others; check in with people at home or at the office when you do travel.
Lock your car and close your windows whenever it is parked. Keep your doors locked while you're driving as well. Check the backseat of your car before getting into it and be sure to look underneath it as you're approaching it, especially at night.
Try to keep your home keys and your car keys on separate key chains. When shopping, always park in well-lit areas and try to avoid shopping alone at night.
When at home, always have a list of emergency contact numbers posted near your telephone or in your cell phone for quick reference. Always keep outside doors locked, including the garage door, back doors and side doors to your home. Check them periodically to make sure they're safe. Second floor windows should also be locked, especially if they are accessible in some manner.
Always let police know when you'll away from your home for an extended period. Arrange to have them do periodic checks of your home.
Always ask for identification before letting professionals into your home to do work. Always be present whenever workers repair or are in your home. Check the references of the people who work for you or work in or around your home. This may help you avoid a ripoff, or worse, a robbery.
Always know the exact locations of police stations and sheriff's offices in your area. If you're ever followed home at night, consider driving to one of those locations.
Participate in a neighborhood watch program. Have a buddy system with one of your neighbors for keeping an eye on your property and collecting your mail or papers when you're away.
Always keep a key with a trusted neighbor rather than keeping it stashed outside your home, which is very dangerous.
Teach children not to answer the door for strangers. Make sure they know how to call for help, how to reach 911 quickly and how to get help from neighbors when needed.
Always maintain and a fire escape plan for yourself and for your family. Practice your escape plan routinely. Keep all lighters and matches away from children. Always keep a fire extinguisher next to the stove. Check the batteries in your smoke alarm every month.
Safe Home Security advises you to investigate and practice the basic rules of safety. Take a little bit of time to think about these particular rules and apply them to your daily lifestyle. They can help protect you against crime, fire and other threats.
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