Personal Security

1
Personal Security

• ASL Luncheon
• January 2006

2
It Begins With You

• Dangerous Thinking
• It Cant Happen To Me
• If Its Going To Happen, Its Going To Happen
• Attitude is Everything
• Prevention

3
On The Road

• Be Aware Of Youre Surroundings
• Park In Well Lit Areas
• Have Your Vehicle Keys Ready
• Keep Your Vehicle Locked, Even When Driving
• Walk Confidently, And At A Steady Pace
• Make Eye Contact With People When Walking
• Stay Awake And Alert When Using Public
  Transportation
• Have Your Pass Or Money Ready Before Entering
  Terminal

4
At Home

• Keep Doors Locked, At All Times
• Keep Sliding Glass Doors In Good Condition With a
  Security Bar
• Keep Outdoor Lighting In Working Order
• When Your on Vacation
• Get Family/Neighbors To Pick Up Papers Mail
• Put Interior Lights On Timers

5
At Home

• Fire
• Have A Plan
• Check Smoke Detector Batteries
• Fire Extinguishers
• Insurance Important Documents
• Natural Disasters
• Have A Plan
• Have Supplies Ready
• Evacuation- Run From The Water Hide From The Wind

6
In The Office

• Leaving After Hours, Call UTPD At 713-792-2890
  For An Escort.
• Report Suspicious People Immediately With A
  Description.
• Do Not Allow Tail Gating When Entering
  Buildings
• Wear Your ID Badge In A Visible Location

7
In The Office

• Secure Personal Items
• According To UTPD
• Theft accounts for over 90 of reported offenses.
  
• The theft occurs from unattended and unsecured
  work areas.
• Laptops and personal property are the most
  frequent items stolen.

8
Identity Theft

• Register With the Direct Marketing Association
• http//www.dmaconsumers.org
• Register With
• https//www.donotcall.gov
• Internet Phishing Scams
• File A Compliant With
• The Federal Trade Commission www.ftc.gov
• The Local Authorities
• Resources/Prevention
• http//idtheftcenter.com