CRIME PREVENTION SUGGESTIONS By ADT-Alarm Research |
- Replace locks on newly acquired residence.
- Install dead bolts or pin-tumbler locks on all outside doors.
- Install double cylinder locks on all outside doors that have glass panels.
- Make all moldings fit tightly.
- Door hinged inside prevents removal of pins from the outside.
- Install locks for all windows.
- Install a modern up-dated electronic security systems.
- Large amount of money and other such valuables should not be left at home.
- Identify the party at the door before allowing entrance to your home.
- Keep outside doors locked at all times.
- Keep garage and tool shed locked at all times.
- Remove shrubs and trees next to your house that can conceal a burglar breaking in.
- Avoid revealing your address and phone number to strangers.
- You make the call for strangers requesting to use your phone.
- Coats and purses of guests should be placed in a well secured room.
- Keep a nightlight at all outside entrances.
- Do not have any identification tags on your key ring.
- Keep a written record of all valuables with serial numbers.
- Engrave your identification number on all valuable property.
- Photograph valuables.
- Should an intruder's presence be detected, do not confront him - call the police.
- Do not enter your house if you see traces of forced entry - call the police.
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FIRE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS By ADT-Alarm Research |
- Don't give fire a place to start.
- Establish 2 escape routes from each room of the house.
- Mark escape windows for infants and elderly.
- Establish regular fire drills, the more you rehearse, the less panic-stricken a child will be.
- Establish a designated meeting place outside your home.
- Establish a simple fire alarm signal to be used by your family.
- Install a fire alarm to provide early fire warning.
- Close all bedroom and all hall doors during sleeping hours.
- Make sure all escape windows and doors open easily.
- Place rope or ladder in convenient location to be used for escape from second floor.
- In case of fire, don't waste time in getting possessions and valuables - just GET OUT!
- Instruct children how to test doors for heat and smoke before opening.
- Cautiously open doors and be in position to close them immediately.
- Crouch close to the floor to avoid deadly gases.
- Above all, stay calm - don't panic. Remember, you and your family's future depend on being prepared. By following and establishing a simple set of rules in your household, you may have a material loss, but you can prevent a tragic loss.
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