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Are you concerned about your personal safety whenever you go

shopping? Things could go wrong just crossing the parking lot.

You could become a victim. Here are a few tips you should do to

insure you and your family's personal safety.

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Don't Be The Next Victim. Six Shopping Safety Tips You Should Know.

Copyright © Carol Kaspszak

Home and Personal Security

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Are you concerned about your personal safety whenever you go

shopping?

Things could go wrong just crossing the parking lot. You could

become a victim. Here are a few tips you should do to insure you

and your family's personal safety.

1. When parking your car make sure that you lock your doors.

Always park as close to the store as possible or in a highly

visible, well-lighted area. If you have any valuables such as

cell phones, purses, etc, keep them out of sight or locked in the

trunk. Also, make a mental note of where you parked so you don't

have to wander around the lot looking for your car.

2. When you are going to and from your car, be aware of your

surroundings. Scan the parking lot. Have your keys ready to

unlock your door. If you have an alarm on your keyless locks, be

prepared to use it. It is a great idea to purchase a personal

self defense device. Mace, Pepper Spray, or a 130db Personal

Alarm can come in handy if you are ever attacked. Use assertive

body language to discourage trouble. Look confident and be alert

to what is going on around you. When possible, wear clothes and

shoes that won't slow you down. Look around and under your car

as you approach it. Look in the front and back seats before you

get in. Once you are in your car, lock the doors immediately and

drive away. If you feel you are being followed, don't go home.

Go to the nearest safe location such as a crowded store or fire

station or to a police car.

3. If someone suspicious approaches your car, hit the horn until

they have been scared off or until you have attracted attention.

If you feel you are being followed, act like you know it. Turn

and look at the person. This gives you time to plan and lets the

stranger know you will not be taken by surprise.

4. When you are inside the store don't flash cash. Carry only

the amount of money or credit cards needed for your shopping trip

and keep it secure until you're ready to pay. Then put your

money away immediately before leaving the register. Do not leave

your purse unattended, even for a moment.

5. Your safety is important no matter where you go. Trust your

instincts. Unless it's absolutely necessary to carry a purse or

bag, keep your wallet or credit cards in your pocket. Eliminate

spare keys from your purse. Carry your belongings close to your

body. Hold it in front of you between your arm and body, but not

wrapped around your neck or looped around your wrist. Do not

leave your belongings in your car or otherwise unattended. Out

of sight, out of mind.

6. Avoid using ATMs that are isolated or away from the general

public. Do not go late at night or early in the morning.

Consider bringing a friend along when you use an ATM. Have your

card ready and plan your transaction before you reach the ATM.

If your life is threatened while using an ATM, cooperate fully

with the robber. Your life is more important than the money. Be

safe on the streets. Don't be the next victim.

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Carol Kaspszak

Keeping women and families safe since 2003.

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