Tuesday, December 16th, 2008
Holiday Safety Tips from SJPD Crime Prevention Division
I would like to join my District 4 Staff in wishing you all a safe and Happy Holidays!
The following are Holiday Safety Tips that I received from San José Police Department’s Crime Prevention Division. Please review the important tips with your family to learn how you can be prepared for a safe holiday season.
SHOPPING TIPS:
- When shopping, park your car in a well-lit area.
- Never place packages on floors or counters or leave them unattended when purchasing additional items.
- Women should carry their purses under their arms and men should carry their wallets in an inside coat pocket.
- Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. Whenever possible, pay for purchases with checks or credit cards.
- When possible, place packages in the trunk of your car and lock it. If you have no trunk, be certain they are out of sight.
- Parked cars should have all windows tightly closed and all doors locked.
- Never overburden yourself with packages. They can prevent your defending yourself.
- Be especially alert regarding small children when you are out gift shopping. Teach them to go to a store clerk if they become separated from you.
HOME SAFETY:
- Be sure your Christmas tree is sturdy so that small children can not pull it over themselves.
- Be extra cautious about locking doors and windows when you leave the house, even if you will only be gone for a few minutes.
- Don’t put large displays of holiday gifts in view of your windows or doors.
- When going on trips or just out for the evening, use automatic timers to turn indoor lights off and on to make it appear you are at home.
- If you have house guests, familiarize them with your security precautions and make sure they follow them.
HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY:
- When celebrating your respective holiday traditions, be mindful of candles and make sure that they are only in use under supervision.
- When putting up your tree make sure doors and passage ways are clear.
- Place the tree in water or wet sand to keep it green.
- If you use lights on the tree make sure they are in good working order.
- Do no leave tree lights on while you’re away from home.
- Use fire resistant ornaments.
- Never burn paper wrappings in your fireplace.
Kansen
