Lock Your Doors --  When at home or when you have left, keep your doors locked at all times.

Bolt your Doors -- Use the safety lock on your front door.

Beware Of Strangers -- Check the identity of strangers by looking out the peep hole in the door.

Keep Lights On -- Let management know if the entry light is not working so your entrance is well lit at all times.

Keep Out -- If you see signs of forced entry, turn around and notify management and the police.  Do not expose yourself to a criminal if you can avoid it.

Be Aware -- Be sensitive and respect your body language.  If the hair stands up on your neck or you get that feeling, be extra careful and assess your surroundings.

Lock Doors -- At all times when driving, lock your doors.

Keep Purse Out Of Sight -- Your purse is a criminal magnet, so keep it out of sight.

Keep Car In Gear -- Be ready to move at a moment's notice.  If you have a stick shift, put your car in first gear and be ready to go.

Check Your Rear -- Keep an eye on cars following you to make sure you are not being followed.  If you are, just drive to a safe location and ask for help.

Keep Your Keys Close -- Do not leave the keys in your ignition at any time when you are away from the car.  Keep the keys with you.  Remember, your keys can be a weapon you can use to protect yourself.

Be Aware -- Keep looking around you .  If you sense you are being observed or followed, check out your surroundings.  Cross streets to keep away from strangers.  Do not be afraid to run if you feel unsafe.  Go to a business or flag down a car.

Avoid Travel Alone -- When you are out, try to travel with friends.  There is safety in numbers.

Avoid Dark Areas -- Stay away from unlit areas.  If it is necessary to travel through dark areas, travel through these areas cautiously and quickly.

If a car starts following you, run in the opposite direction and scream.  Find a business or another car and ask for help.

When in trouble, scream FIRE!  It will bring more people to your aid than any other plea for help.

Hold Onto Your Purse -- Keep a tight grip on your purse, and keep it concealed if you can.

Avoid Concealed Areas -- Avoid alleys, areas with shrubbery or wooded areas, and other areas of concealment.

No Shortcuts -- Do not take shortcuts.  Many of these areas are off the beaten path and expose you to danger.

Wait, Please -- When being dropped off, make sure the driver waits for you to enter your residence before driving off.

Be Streetwise -- Make sure you know what businesses are open late, just in case you need help.

Keep Weapons Handy -- You always have weapons handy.  It might be pepper spray, keys, or other common objects.  Have them ready just in case.