Atlantic Star Safety

Safety In General

When it comes to safety, we usually think about fire safety, home safety and every other safety issue. But how often have we thought about personal safety? Not very often. Our own personal safety is just as important as any other safety. If we don't protect ourselves how can we protect others? The first order of safety is keeping yourself safe. It's just like on an airplane, they tell you to apply your mask first before assisting others. You won't be much help if you yourself can't function properly. Here are some safety tips for different scenarios. Keep yourself safe.

General Safety Measures

Home Safety:

Install peepholes in your front door.

Ask all delivery people for proper ID

Always keep windows and doors secured, even when home -- ESPECIALLY WHEN HOME

For women who live alone, on mailboxes, only put last name and first initial

Never hide spare keys

Office Safety:

Do not leave purse or wallet lying about

Never leave valuables or money in the office

Mark your personal possessions with your driver license number

Always walk out with someone when working late

Elevator Safety:

As discriminating as it sounds, if you are suspicious of someone on an elevator, wait for the next one

Stand near control panel; press panic button (alarm) if in trouble

Outdoor Safety:

Try to avoid walking alone in the dark; never jog alone at night

Always be aware of what and who is around

Always walk with confidence (this especially goes for tourists)

Always walk facing traffic

If someone asks for directions, do not get close to the vehicle

if you feel like you're being followed, walk fast and walk in a crowded area

Hopefully with these safety measures you'll find things a lot more secure and safe. Never feel bad for not trusting a stranger or if you seem rude. Safety comes first, and that's all that matters.