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Awareness Tips: Holiday Security/Safety Tips
Office Security Tips
- Secure Doors And Windows When Leaving The Office
- Keep Valuables And Personal Items Under Lock And Key
- Alarm Systems Are For Your Protection - Use Them!
- Never Leave Money In Your Desk - Including Change
- Maintain Key Control Procedures
- Never Give Out Confidential Numbers, Information Or Passwords
- Know Your Coworkers And Question Any Strangers/Delivery Persons/Repair Persons
- Adhere To All Access Control Procedures And Carry Your ID Card
- Report Suspicious Activity And Incidents To The PSD
- Report Broken Locks, Doors, Windows, And Alarm Systems To The PSD
- Keep Your Personal Life Personal
- Be Cautious When Working Late - When Possible Travel With Others or Use the Escort Service Provided By PSD
At Home Security/Safety Tips
- If Traveling, Have A Neighbor Or Family Member Check Your House Periodically
- During Periods Of Extend Travel, Stop Mail And Paper Deliveries
- Alarm Systems Are For Your Protection - Use Them!
- Indoor And Outdoor Lights Should Be Placed On A Timer
- Lock Doors And Windows At All Times
- Never Give Out Confidential Numbers, Information Or Passwords
- Question Any Strangers/Delivery Persons/Repair Persons And Ask For ID
- Adhere To All Access Control Procedures And Wear Your ID Card
- Report Suspicious Activity To The Police
- Keep An Eye On Children
- Keep Valuables And Gifts Out Of Sight
- Keep Your Personal Life Personal
- Leave A Television Or Radio On So The House Looks And Sounds Occupied
- Check Smoke Detectors
- Review Home Evacuation Plans With All Occupants
- Do Not Overload Electrical Circuits
- Keep Flammable Items Away From Open Flames
- Buy A Home Fire Extinguisher And Learn How To Use It
Shopping Security/Safety Tips
- Carry Small Amounts Of Cash
- Carry Keys, Credit Cards And Cash Separate From Each Other
- Use ATMs Located In High Traffic Areas – With Caution
- Consolidate Packages Into Larger Bags – Keep Hands Free
- Hold Your Handbag Close To Your Body – Keep It Zipped
- Carry Your Wallet In Your Front Pocket
- Avoid Conversations With Strangers
- Park In Well Lit And Traveled Areas – Close To The Entrance Whenever Possible
- Shop Early To Avoid The Crowds And Criminals
- Keep An Eye On Children
- Keep Valuables And Gifts Out Of Sight
- Leave Stores Long Before Closing – Safety In Numbers
- Stay Alert, Avoid Becoming Over Tired
- Store Packages In The Trunk, But Move Your Car If You Are Going To Continue Shopping At The Same Location
- Go Over Home Evacuation Plans With All Occupants
- Check Under And Around Your Vehicle As You Approach It, and Look Inside Before Entering
- Do Not Be In Too Much Of A Hurry – Make Sure Your Credit Cards Are Returned And You Receive A Receipt
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Shop Smartly On The
Internet
- Shop At Known Sites – Know Return And Privacy Policies
- Update Your Computer From Viruses
- Install A Firewall
- Protect Your Wireless Connection At Home
- Avoid Obvious Passwords
- Use One Credit Card For Online Purchases, A Second For Stores
- Be Smart, Be Safe, Do Not Be Spoofed