SECURITY RECOMMENDATIONS

Residence Security:

• Identify individuals before opening doors.
• Install a porch light at a height that woulddiscourage removal.
• Install dead bolts on all outside doors.
• Keep garage doors and fuse boxes locked at all times.
• Install a loud exterior alarm bell that can be manually activated from more than one location.
• Keep all rearms out of reach of children.
• Run a security check on all householdstaff prior to employment.
• Require identi cation of all repairmen and salesmen prior to permitting entry.
• Prepare an evacuation plan and brief household members on procedures.
• Consider getting a family dog as a deterrent to trespassers.
• Remove all signs on your residence with your name (e.g., mailboxes, doorways) and remove your name from your voicemail greeting.
• Do not hide a house key in an unsecured area.

PROTECT Simple tips that U.S. military members YOURSELF and their families can use to stay safe.

Of ce Security:

Vehicle Security:

Have central reception handle all calls, visitors, and mail.

Alert of ce staff to suspicious people, parcels, and packages that do not belong in the area.

Establish key and lock controls. If keys are not returned by terminated employees, change all locks.

Secure cellphones in cellphone lockers – do not leave them unattended.

Park in secured area if possible.
Remove names from reserved parking spots.

Report any unusual email or spam to your security and IT departments.

Do not accept any packages to your office that are from unknown senders.

Park vehicles in well-lit areas. Do not patronize lots where car doors must be left unlocked and keys surrendered.

Equip the gas tank with a locking cap that can only be controlled from inside the vehicle.

Visually check the front and rear passenger compartments before entering the vehicle.

Select a reliable service station for vehicle service.

Be alert for vehicles that appear to be following you. If you suspect someone is following you, do not return to your home; drive to the nearest police or re station. Sound the horn to attract attention.

Plan ahead when traveling by vehicle by knowing the locations of police stations and re departments.

Use a different schedule and route of travel each day.

Do not stop to assist stranded motorists or pick up hitchhikers.

Have your keys in hand before entering a parking garage or parking lot.

Leave suf cient room between you and another vehicle during stops to allow you to turn out of the lane if needed.