NC BLET CRIME PREVENTION TECHNIQUES ||

NC BLET CRIME PREVENTION TECHNIQUES || Crime prevention is : defined as "strategies and measures that seek to reduce the risk of crimes occurring, and their potential harmful effects on individuals and society, including fear of crime, by intervening to influence their multiple causes The SARA problem-solving model: scanning, analysis, response, assessment. What's the most important tool in crime prevention? Your mind What will decrease your chances of becoming a victim of crime? Using your mind the most expensive security devices will not keep you safe if? you do not use them According to the Unified Crime Reports and National Crime Victimization Surveys, overall crime rates: have steadily declined. The following are some protective measures to assist in not becoming a victim of a violent crime: Don't walk or jog early in the morning or late at night, When out at night, try to have a friend walk with you, Carry only the money you'll need on a particular day, etc. Self-awareness tips: "Stay alert, be confident, Look people directly in the eyes, trust your instincts, know the neighbourhood When walking to or from your destination: "Don't take shortcuts, don't walk alone, don't flash cash, avoid ATMS at night, be prepared, keep doors locked etc. When traveling by public transportation service: be attentive, stay alert, etc. If you are attacked: don't panic, don't resist, try to distract the assailant, remain calm. Auto theft is big business and the pros can enter and steal a car within: seconds. By following a few common rules when using your automobile, you can greatly reduce your chance of becoming a victim of theft: . always lock your vehicle, park in well lit area, never leave your keys in your car, etc Internet safety: "Secure your computer before you go online, Keep your security up-to-date, Use a website rating service to help you avoid the 'dark alleys' on the Internet, Avoid free screensavers, Safeguard your private information, etc Review your children's instant messaging buddy lists: . The last thing you want is to learn a sexual predator is exchanging messages with your kids. We owe it to them to protect them from these criminals. Both bullying and cyberbullying: can be extremely hurtful and damaging to a person. Things posted online are visible to the world: 24 hours a day seven days a week. Sometimes, the thieves aren't after money. They may use your identity to commit crimes like these: commit crimes using your identity, steal insurance info, etc. The recently enacted Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act requires that each of the three (3) major credit reporting agencies provide consumers with a free: credit report once a year. Three major credit agencies: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Crime Prevention Techniques for Residential Homeowners: answer phones and doors so burglars know your home, never tell a caller your alone, look through the peephole to make sure you know the person outside your door etc. Home security checklist: make sure all doors are locked, make sure all windows are secured, make sure your outdoor area is secured, make sure your house is secured well when away from home, Millions of dollars of revenue are lost each year from crimes against: businesses. Physical security constitutes what percent of burglary prevention: 90 percent The following recommendations will help prevent burglaries: Locks on all outside entrances and inside security doors, entry doors should be solid, door jams must be solid, etc. Shoplifting prevention: remove the opportunity, employees should be aware of all customers, train employees to observe, neat store, etc. what are two (2) good ways to enlist customer support for your anti- shoplifting efforts: Enclosing pamphlets in shopping bags and posting shoplifting awareness signs There are many useful but sometimes-resisted procedures, which can dramatically reduce shoplifting losses: security bags, signs, mirrors, price tags, clothing hangers. Shoplifting tools: large empty purses, backpacks, bulky over clothing out of the weather season. Shoplifting methods, amateur or professional, can be broke