Personal Security Checklist
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Personal Security
Trust your instincts.
Vary your times and routes to and from work.
Alternate days and times for shopping, errands and personal needs.
Maintain a low personal profile by not doing anything that draws attention to yourself.
Use well-lit walkways, walk with someone.
Be aware of diversions and certain roadblocks.
Bealert to what is going on around you.
Your colleagues and family should be aware of your daily plans and know how to reach you.
Have alternate forms of communication should the cell network be unavailable.
Do not leave keys, purse, backpack etc
unattended.
Do not meet strangers alone.
Stay away from dark, lonely, or other areas where other people cannot be seen.
Always tell someone where you are going.
Mark personal belongings such as books, clothing, etc.
Security in a Car
Always lock car and trunk.
Store valuables out of sight in trunk.
Do not leave keys in car or hide a spare key.
Check the interior and exterior of your vehicle prior to getting into your vehicle.
Always keep the gas tank of your car at least half way full.
In traffic, always leave yourself an exit.
Security of Your Properties
Keep a list of valuable property.
Mark your valuable property with your drivers license number.
Have a list of serial numbers on your television, cameras, stereos, etc.
Have a description, photos, or VCR tapes of other property that cannot be engraved.
Avoid unnecessary display of your property by keeping your garage door closed or valuables away from open windows.
Keep excess cash and other valuables in a bank.
Be organized so that you do not need to hide a key under the doormat or similar vicinity.
Make sure your family know what to do if they discover a burglar breaking in or already in the house.
Tell your family to leave the house undisturbed and call the police if they discover a burglary has been committed.
Have a security closet with a solid core door, pinned hinges, and deadbolt lock.
Have emergency phone numbers listed on your phone.
Keep your door locked at all times, even when you are in the house.
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Presented by:
John F. Smith
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Who it's for
This Personal Security Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Personal Security essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Personal Security structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Personal Security Checklist
- Save Personal Security Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Personal Security (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.