Security Tips

TIPS ON HOW TO AVOID BEING HIJACKED

• With a few precautions almost all hijackings can be avoided!
  
• Effort is required to correct bad habits and enhance good habits, potential risks in order are:
  • driveway
  • street outside driveway
  • intersections
  • freeway on/off ramps
  • parking areas, etc
    
• And/or anywhere you are required to stop the car!
  
• Criminals often follow targets from busy public places.
  
• Check rearview mirrors frequentlv.
  Criminals seek victims who present the lowest risk.
• Present criminals with an element of risk. Be alert!
• Criminals want an easy escape route. If possible, have an electric gate.
  
• Don't stop too close to the car in front or get boxed in.
• Wait for your gate to open before pulling into your driveway.
  
• Try to always park facing out.
• Avoid a gradient where possible.
• Visually inspect your car before approaching.
  
• Don't allow yourself to be distracted!
  
• Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times.
• Plan routes, hijackers look for targets distracted by cellphones!
  
• Get in, lock the doors and start the vehicle immediately.
  
• Put on seat belt once vehicle is moving.
  
• Doors locked and windows closed whenever slowing to a stop!
  
• If approached and/or attacked prepare to drive away as quickly & safely as possible. If turning fast, turn with traffic (left)
  
• Hoot, scream, blow whistle, attract as much attention as possible! Passengers to do the same
  
• Always wear your panic button on a breakable piece of cotton around your neck.
  
• Do not park your car on the pavement!
  Do not give your keys to petrol attendants!
• Maintain your car, keep spares, have enough fuel.
  Avoid driving alone.
• Ensure that your passengers are not negligent.
• Never leave children alone in the car, even at gate!

   

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