Safety
- Learn where the Main Electrical Panel is located and how it is located. Learn how to operate it.
- Know how where the smoke detectors are located and whether they are battery operated. If so, the battery will need replacing at least annually. Learn how a detector alerts that its battery low. Plan your escape route in case of a fire. What if you can’t leave via your front door?
- Lock your doors and windows, while at home and away. Learn who else has a key to your door(s) and who is allowed to use your door key. Can you borrow this key if you get locked out?
- If your front door has a view hole, use it to see who is at the door before unlocking the door. Otherwise, ask who is there before unlocking the door. Remember, once you unlock the door they are in with you.
- Windows and sliding doors on ground level are more of a safety issue than those on higher floors. Ground floor windows/doors should have a good locking system, to prevent someone from walking up and climbing/walking in.
- After dark, close blinds/curtains. After dark, people can see inside your home when you have your lights on, but you ant see outside or see them. Conversely, during daylight you can see outside and they have a hard time seeing you on the inside, at least from a distance.
- If your bedroom door has a lock on it, consider sleeping with this door locked. You may have other things to consider such as air conditioning flow, however.
- When you are out, keep your wallet in a secure pocket in front, if possible. Carry your purse close to the front of your body, not hanging on your backside. At night, stay in well lighted places whenever possible. Try to walk in a group, not alone. Be aware of strangers near you. If you sense danger, go into a well lighted public place such as gas station or MacDonald’s and seeks help.
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