Travel Safety
Whether it’s snow, sleet or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In 2020, there were 374 fatal crashes, and an estimated 25,000 injury crashes that occurred in wintry conditions. Preparing yourself – and your vehicle – for winter weather is key. Driving in Winter Weather The Basics Slow down. It’s harder toRead More
Some people think that they must be strong and tough to protect themselves. This is not always the case. Being able to protect yourself physically doesn’t mean that you need to be big and tough (though it can help). You can also carry a fake gun with you at all times or carry around aRead More
According to the FBI crime stats, there are over 1,300,000 violent crimes reported every year in this country, and these include over 800,000 aggravated assaults, over 88,000 forcible rapes, and over 400,000 robberies. People often feel uneasy in public places, and with so much crime happening, many people are purchasing non-lethal self-defense products to have onRead More
Hotel Room Security When traveling on business or pleasure, it may become necessary to stay overnight in a hotel or motel. Your hotel room becomes your home for the night and is your sanctuary while you sleep. It is important to give some thought about security planning. What hotel or motel are you going to select, andRead More
General Safety Tips Follow your intuition — trust your feelings. If you feel that a situation is not right, move out of the situation. Be aware of your surroundings. In social situations, be alert to places and situations that make you vulnerable. Walk confidently and alertly. Being Safe On The Street Be aware that walkingRead More
