• There is a continuous need to remain attentive and report any suspicious activity in the surroundings to the police
• Whereas walking on the street. If you come across and unnecessary situations like a fire, riot, loot, brawl, etc., resist the impulse to be a spectator and shield yourself against the action.
• If you are witness to a crime, attempt to be of support personally only if you are confident that there is no individual danger to you.
• If you spot an anonymous object, notify the anxious authority immediately.
• Do not touch any unclaimed object unless it has been thoroughly examined.
• Forever lock the door while going out of the house. It takes only a few minutes for any thief to get into your house and steal your valuables.
• Establish a video door phone so that you can identify visitor before opening the door to them.
• Make sure everyone in your family has a list of crisis phone numbers and knows when to call them.
• While going on a holiday, never leave a note on the door that gives an idea that there is no one at home.
• Keep non-lethal weapons like a sprinkle spray handy for self-protection.
• Make clear to your child not to give out any personal information on the telephone or accept goodies from strangers.
• If your child stays alone at home as you’re at work, it is a mandatory to get a safety door attached.
• Install home CCTV cameras to be in touch with your children if they are alone at home.
• Always leave a pair of extra keys with a neighbour in case of an emergency.
The need of the hour is to be practical and not reactive. Stay safe, secure and sure!
