Personal Safety

• Check the identity of all unknown callers to your home.
• Fit a safety chain to the front door and locks or restrictors to the windows.
• Always put the safety chain on prior to opening the door to unknown caller.
• Consideration for the installation of outside security lights.
• Be aware of your surroundings when out in the community. Stay away from unfamiliar, unpopulated poorly lit areas. Carry a personal alarm with you and a charged mobile phone where possible in case of emergencies.
• Dial 999, or 112 (European Emergency Number) for Emergency Services.
• If confronted in an aggressive manner, remain calm and try not to do anything that could escalate the situation. If possible, attempt to diffuse the situation in a non-aggressive manner.
• Never touch or place your hand on someone who is angry.
• Withdraw from the situation as soon as possible and report the incident to the Social Worker and/or Police.