Personal Safety

The Basic Rules


  • Have a Game Plan
  • Maintain a Confident Posture/Attitude
  • Stay Alert! Be aware of others and threatening situations
  • Trust Your Instincts

When Walking


  • Use well lighted and busy streets. Try to avoid deserted streets, vacant lots, alleys, construction sites, and wooded areas.
  • Always take the safest route even if it is a little longer.
  • Walk Facing traffic so you can see approaching cars.
  • Don't flaunt expensive jewelry and clothing.

Carrying Money?


  • Wallets should be kept in an inside pocket.
  • If a purse must be carried, make sure to keep it close to your body and keep a firm grip on it.
  • Don't wear headphones. They keep you from hearing what is going on around you.
  • Don't overburden yourself with packages and groceries. They make it harder to react to a situation.
  • Don't let passersby distract you. Criminals sometimes work in pairs. One may ask you for directions or fake an injury while the other is stealing from you.
  • When using a pay phone, stay alert. Keep the phone call short and simple.