Driving/Parking Safety Tips-Safety Tip Of The Week

There are very few events that are more traumatic than an automobile accident. If there are any, it is being car jacked-the act of stealing a car with the owner in it. That is really traumatic. Also more crimes are committed in parking lots than any other place. Here are some driving safety tips to keep you and your family safe when driving or when parking your car.

1. If possible avoid driving at night.

2. Lock your car doors even if you are in the car. If you have an alarm or security device, use it.

3. If you have to shop at night go with a friend

4. Do not park next to vans, trucks with shells or cars with tinted windows.

5. Park as close as you can to your destination and take notice of where you parked.

6. Never leave your car unoccupied with the motor running or with children inside.

7. Do not leave packages or valuables on the seat of your car. This creates a temptation for thieves. If you must leave something in the car, lock it in the trunk or put it out of sight.

8. Be sure to locate your keys prior to going to your car.

9. Keep a secure hold on your purse, handbag and parcels. Do not put them down or on top of the car in order to open the door.

10. When approaching and leaving your vehicle be aware of your surroundings.

11. Do not approach your car alone if there are suspicious people in the area.

12. Ask mall or store security for an escort before leaving your shopping location

Follow these tips to help insure your safety when driving or in a parking lot.

Feedback on these posts is appreciated. Have you been a victim of an attack in a parking lot or in your car? Please share your experience. We want to hear your thoughts.

The Home Security Superstore is one of the oldest and largest independent distributors of high quality home security, surveillance, spy, self-defense, survival and safety products. We carry a wide range of self-defense products including Tasers, stun guns, pepper sprays and other non-lethal weapons that can save your life in the event of an attack.

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Holiday Shopping Safety Tips-Safety Tip Of The Week

Happy veteran’s day to all you vets. Thanks you for your service to keep us free.

I know this may seem early but black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year, the day after Thanksgiving is two weeks from today. So I thought it best to get these thoughts into your mind now so you can refer to them again. We will probably repeat them before Christmas.

Holiday shopping is a tradition for many people. For predators, it is their biggest time of the year. Once predators see a woman coming out of a store either pushing a cart or carrying a child or talking on a cell phone they get anxious because they see easy pickings in their midst.

Here are some common sense safety tips for your holiday shopping safety.

Shop during the day and avoid night shopping if you can.

Always go shopping with a friend

Park as close to the store as possible.

Park in areas that are well lit.

If you feel the need ask for help to get to your car.

Focus on what you’re doing. Stay off your cell phone and pay attention to your surroundings.

Carry your puse underneath your arm not over your shoulder.

Have your car keys ready and out of your purse. You can use them as a weapon to if you need to.

Avoid talking to strangers on your way to your car.

Use common sense. Pay attention to that sixth sense women have.

Always keep some Self-Defense Products with you like a stun gun or a pepper spray or both-just in case.

Follow these common sense safety tips when holiday shopping and you will be around for the next holiday.

Feedback on these posts is appreciated. Have you been a victim of an assault while shopping? Please share your experience. We want to hear your thoughts.

The Home Security Superstore is one of the oldest and largest independent distributors of high quality home security, surveillance, spy, self-defense, survival and safety products. We carry a wide range of self-defense products including tasers, stun guns, pepper sprays and other nonlethal weapons that can save your life in the event of an attack

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