{"id":215027,"date":"2019-08-20T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-08-20T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/215027\/protect-yourself-with-handy-safety-tips\/"},"modified":"2019-08-20T09:36:09","modified_gmt":"2019-08-20T07:36:09","slug":"protect-yourself-with-handy-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/news-headlines\/2019\/08\/20\/protect-yourself-with-handy-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect yourself with handy safety tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to protecting your family and your belongings, you can\u2019t be too careful.<\/p>\n

There are plenty of ways you can protect your family, vehicles and your home against crime.<\/p>

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Mamba Security has compiled several safety tips to help combat crime in the area.<\/p>\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Warning \u2013 Tips on how not to be a traffic light robbery victim<\/a><\/h4>\n

Top tips to prevent house break-in and theft:<\/strong><\/p>

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\u2022 Close your curtains:<\/p>\n

It is recommended that you keep your curtains closed at night to prevent suspects from observing the activity inside your house.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Lock your garage door:<\/p>\n

Do not leave your garage door open or partially open. Make sure your garage door is closed and locked.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Report it:<\/p>\n

Report any suspicious movement that could be a threat to you or your neighbours.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Lock your gates and doors:<\/p>\n

Install security gates and be sure to keep all gates and doors locked.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Keep the entrance of your property clear:<\/p>\n

Keep the entrance to your property and home clear of large plants so that suspects cannot hide.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Talk to your neighbours:<\/p>\n

Build a relationship with your neighbours and let them know when you go away on holiday.<\/p>\n

ALSO READ:\u00a0Heed these safety tips when parking your vehicle<\/a><\/h4>\n

Top tips to prevent hijackings:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Stay alert:<\/p>\n

Be vigilant at all times and be aware of your surroundings.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Space between vehicles:<\/p>\n

Keep enough space between your car and others to avoid being trapped and an easy target for hijackers.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Scout for danger:<\/p>\n

Adopt a search pattern radius to scout before approaching your home.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Suspicious vehicles:<\/p>\n

If you are being followed, drive to the nearest public space, like a service station, shopping centre or police station. Don\u2019t go home.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Escape if you can:<\/p>\n

Try to get away from the situation as soon as possible. Your life is worth more than your vehicle.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be seen and heard:<\/p>\n

Should you see suspicious activity, hoot, scream, blow a whistle and try to attract as much attention as possible.<\/p>\n

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Contact the newsroom by emailing: Melissa Hart (Editor)\u00a0<\/span>germistoncitynews@caxton.co.za<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>or Leigh Hodgson (News Editor)\u00a0<\/span>leighh@caxton.co.za<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>or Kgotsofalang Mashilo (journalist)\u00a0kgotsofalangm@caxton.co.za<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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