{"id":233437,"date":"2020-02-28T07:00:19","date_gmt":"2020-02-28T05:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/?p=233437"},"modified":"2020-02-28T08:53:21","modified_gmt":"2020-02-28T06:53:21","slug":"women-encouraged-keep-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/news-headlines\/2020\/02\/28\/women-encouraged-keep-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Women encouraged to keep themselves safe"},"content":{"rendered":"

It cannot be emphasised enough that being aware of one\u2019s environment is vital.<\/p>\n

This is a stern warning from Jason Mordecai, managing director of Seven Arrows Security, as many movements within SA aim to make women more aware and empower them so that they do not become a crime statistic.<\/p>

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\u201cIf you are alert while shopping, walking to your car or driving into your home, a criminal will not be able to attack you as easily.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing aware of one\u2019s surroundings takes away the advantage of an attacker.\u201d<\/p>

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ALSO READ: Woman allegedly assaulted and almost stabbed by boyfriend<\/a><\/h4>\n

With this in mind, Seven Arrows Security is encouraging women to take the following safety tips to heart:<\/p>\n

\u2022 When moving through public spaces avoid focusing on your cellphone or keeping it in your hand. Rather keep it out of view and focus on your surroundings.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Carry yourself with confidence. It is believed that posture can benefit one in many ways. In this instance, creating a feeling of confidence and awareness tells would-be attackers that you are aware and not someone who will easily become a victim.<\/p>\n

\u2022 There is safety in numbers. This is a good rule. Try and find a travel buddy or a travel group for walking to work or early morning jogging sessions. If you must walk alone stay on busy roads and not near deserted areas such as greenbelts.<\/p>\n

\u2022 If you feel you are being followed, keep moving. Go to a busy public area and call for help.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Switch up your running routes. Criminals who learn routines have the upper hand. Take this away from them.<\/p>\n

\u2022 If you are coming home late at night ask your security company for a \u201ctuck in\u201d escort service or where possible have someone waiting for you.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Carry pepper spray, but make sure you keep this in an easy-to-reach location. A criminal will not wait for you to dig in your handbag to find the pepper spray.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Trust your instincts. If someone or something makes you feel uncomfortable remove yourself from the situation.<\/p>\n

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\u201cRemember criminals will often take the path of least resistance,\u201d said Mordecai.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey count on taking advantage of the circumstances and your goal is to eliminate as many of these circumstances as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n

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