6 Apartment Safety Tips For Students

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• 6 APARTMENT SAFETY TIPS FOR STUDENTS

The Pines Apartments
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A l w a y s L o c k t h e d o o r
We all see scary movies and laugh out at people
who forget to lock their doors. But its not
that funny, as it might happen to you as well.
Doors should always be locked whether you are
in the apartment or not as most burglaries
result from unlocked doors. You may install a
peep hole in the front door for your safety.
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Use fire alarms effectively
Dont tamper with the fire alarm. Many students
disable an alarm in order to smoke or cook in
the apartment which puts them at a greater
risk. Carbon dioxide detector is also
recommended for your safety near your sleeping
area. Most of the rental apartment supply fire
extinguisher but in case it is not there, invest
in one.
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Hide your Valuables
Do not keep valuables in an obvious place. Its a
wise investment to bring a safe in the home when
you are going to college outing. If you cant
afford a safe, at least hide your valuables and
dont leave those out in open that can easily be
seen. Checkbooks, credit cards, cash,
electronics, and jewelry should be safely
concealed from prying eyes.
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D o n t e n t e r t h e e l e v a t o r w i t
h s t r a n g e r s
Try not to enter an elevator with strangers, and
even if you do this then try to stand next to
the emergency alarm. If any problem occurs, push
the alarm as many floors as possible and call
the security of your apartment. The elevator
should be visible to your neighbors.
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C u s t o m i z e Y o u r S e c u r i t y S y s
t e m
A simple alarm system cannot fully protect your
home. Todays alarm has advanced features beyond
notifying homeowners when a door is opened. The
most home security system has built in features
like locking windows and doors remotely. You can
also use a silent alarm
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Keep an eye on the thermostat
If you live in an area with colder winters, its
extremely easy for pipes to freeze and burst.
Never let your thermostat drop below 60- degree
range or you may have the risk of causing some
major plumbing problems.
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The Pines Apartments
1616 East Alameda, Norman, OK 73071
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