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Personal protection is something that must always be taken seriously.
Whenever you are out and about it pays to be alert and ensure that you
do nothing to put yourself or your family and friends in unnecessary danger
or at risk of being targeted by criminals.
Out and about
When travelling alone inform someone of your intended route and time of
arrival.
1. While waiting for a bus or streetcar, stand near others who are also
waiting.
2. If the immediate area is deserted or in darkness, stand near an occupied
building or in a lighted area until transportation arrives.
3. Once on a bus or streetcar, be aware of those around you. If someone
looks or acts suspicious, notify the driver.
4. If the coach is empty o nearly empty, sit as far up front and as close
to the driver as possible.
5. If someone begins to bother you, get up and notify the driver immediately.
6. Upon arriving at the stop, be aware of those who get off with you.
If you feel you are being followed, go to the nearest occupied building
and ask for assistance.
7. After dark, attempt to get off the bus in well-lighted areas. Use
only well-lighted streets to reach your final destination.
AUT0 SAFETY
1. Make certain your car is always in good working order, with safe
tires and an adequate amount of gasoline for your planned trip.
2. Always check your car before getting in - to make sure that no one
is hiding inside.
3. If you have a garage, be sure you lock the door as you leave.
4. It is best to park in attended lots. If you must leave a key with
the attendant, leave only the ignition key In all other cases, lock your
car.
5. Do not leave packages or personal items in open view in the car ...
place them in the trunk.
6. At night, park only in lighted areas.
7. If you are in danger of being harmed or robbed, while in your car,
start sounding your horn until assistance arrives.
8. Never pick up a hitchhiker.
9. If you have a flat tire in an area you feel might not be safe, try
to keep driving until you reach a safe location.
10. If you feel you are being followed, drive to the nearest police or
fire station, or open gas station.
ELEVATOR SAFETY
1. Observe elevator interior before entering. Wait until the next elevator
if you are uncertain of any occupant.
2. Females riding the elevator alone should always stand near the control
panel. If accosted, press ALL buttons.
3. If a suspicious person enters the elevator, exit before the door closes.
4. Before exiting from the elevator, observe the corridor for suspicious
activity.
This information courtesy of www.safetycentral.com
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