 
Resources and Tips
At Home
Get to know your neighbors.
Don't prop outside doors open.
Keep your doors locked, even if you're just going down the hall for a minute.
Don't let strangers into your building, even if they look harmless.
Report any suspicious people or activities to the Police Department.
Lock your windows and block sliding doors with a pole placed in the bottom track.
Record serial numbers and keep photos or descriptions of your valuables.
If you receive an obscene phone call, hang up. If the calls continue, report them to the Police Department.
At Work
There really is safety in numbers, so when leaving work walk with other staff members you trust!
Look confident when you walk and keep a firm grip on your book bag, purse or briefcase.
Avoid dark streets.
Walk near the curb and avoid passing close to shrubs, dark doorways and other hiding places.
Pay attention to your surroundings; don't become lost in thought.
Carry your keys in your hand so you can quickly get in your car.
Have security officer escort
If you suspect trouble, leave the area immediately call the police.
If you're being intimidated, yell "Fire:" it's often more effective than "Help."
Lock your bicycle with a heavy case hardened lock or alloy steel chain.
Engrave your driver's license number on your frame and wheel rims
Your Car
Keep windows rolled up and doors locked.
Keep possessions out of sight in the trunk.
Check your back seat before you get in.
Make sure your car runs well and has plenty of gas.
If your car breaks down, tie a white flag to the antenna and wait for help.
Never go with anyone who offers help. Instead, ask them to call your garage or someone you trust.
Park in an area that is well lit.
Never pick up strangers.
Don't allow another vehicle to force you off the road; drive to a busy location, a police station
Out and About
Look confident when you walk and keep a firm grip on your book bag, purse or briefcase.
Avoid dark streets.
Avoid using an ATM machine at night; plan ahead and do your transactions during the day.
Walk near the curb and avoid passing close to shrubs, dark doorways and other hiding places.
Pay attention to your surroundings; don't become lost in thought.
Carry your keys in your hand so you can quickly get in your car or home.
Carry enough change for a phone call.
If you suspect trouble, leave the area immediately.
If you're being intimidated, yell "Fire:" it's often more effective than "Help."
Jog on the track instead of on city streets and take a friend with you.
Engrave your driver's license number on your frame and wheel rims.
Lock your bicycle with a heavy case hardened lock or alloy steel chain. |
