Foil cat-burglars from entering your home or place of business. The customary, tongue-in-cheek response is to get two dogs that love to bark. Which does work, but not everyone wants two or even one barking dog in the family. So, here are some other things to keep in mind that can help you foil the…
You already know that you work better when you’re in a good mood. Buy, you probably haven’t considered the notion that projecting a calm, positive outlook helps to protect you from crime when you’re out and about on city streets. In one study, law enforcement officials interviewed convicted muggers and asked them to select a…
Personal privacy protection in the global village is a topic of major concern for all of us. With current Internet technology, personal data that was once relatively inaccessible may now be only a few keystrokes away. With just your name and address, virtually anyone who wants to can find out the names and ages of…
Natural gas has a distinctive odor that everyone in your home should learn to recognize. Even an occasional “whiff” of natural gas in your kitchen, laundry or furnace area should be cause for immediate concern. The characteristic scent of natural gas is a man-made addition that is intended to help protect consumers from fire and…
Rude-rage is quite common. It’s a new fact of life: In our fast-paced world, people are behaving badly. It happens hundreds of times a day. Normally “nice” people tossing all sense of common courtesy out the window and behaving rudely. Sometimes flying into a violent rage. Whether it’s people in a hurry, pushing ahead of…
Traveling abroad can be an excellent experience. You’re trying new food, seeing new culture, meeting new people, relaxing…and then you notice your wallet is gone. Worse yet, you’ve ended up being a guest in a Third World jail. Don’t let your vacation become soured by one of these situations; follow these ten tips to stay…
Every year, shoplifting costs the retailing industry billions of dollars. Employee negligence, crowded stores, and even internal theft can be to blame for huge losses. Even the most secure and attentive retailers are at risk, however, there are key practices that can drastically reduce the rate of shoplifting. Greet customers as soon as they walk…
Starting a Neighborhood Watch Program is a great way reduce crime. Also it builds a sense of community. These programs teach members how to defend themselves against crime. How to identify suspicious activity, and build a greater connection between law enforcement and citizens. If you’re interested in stepping up and starting your own neighborhood program,…
Every burglar isn’t the same. Some are amateurs, some are professional, some work alone, some work in teams. Knowing who targets who and when will help you to protect yourself from becoming a victim. Here are six common types of burglars. Encyclopedia of Burglars 1) The Opportunist The opportunist is an amateur burglar. They become…
Summer is the season for home improvement. No matter how intense the job, it’s important that your contractor is someone you can trust. With access to your home, they have great responsibility. Even if you are working with a trusted contractor, they may sub-contract some of the work and mistakenly invite untrustworthy employees into your…
Going on a fun summer vacation? Here are a few security vacation tips. While you’re enjoying yourself in paradise, make sure your home stays secure. Follow these steps to protect your home while you’re gone. Security Vacations Tips Hire someone to cut your lawn while you’re gone Stop your mail while out of town Alert…
Grilling safety is important. There is nothing that says “summer” quite like grilling out with friends and family. As fun (and delicious!) as grilling can be, it can also be very dangerous. An average of about 6,500 grill fires occur each year, most often between the months of May and August. Which is a lot….