Safety Tips and Emergency Response. Presented by: Healthy Christian Ministry

-do not accept any help from a stranger (male or female), the male could be a predator and the female can be a lure (tell about the story of yahna brother) Safety Tips Be aware of your surroundings (DO NOT be on your cellphones or use headphones) Preset 911 on your phone If someone you don't know asks you if you need help, just say no thanks. Lock your doors Never leave your drink unattended when you are out with friends.

Safety Tips If someone happens to chase you run in a zigzag pattern. -you want to be cautious when walking at night to your car or into your house, you want to have your keys out and ready so you wont have to fiddle looking for them at the door (tell them the story about the lady that was assaulted in Texas. ) Safety Tips If someone happens to chase you run in a zigzag pattern. Don't check in on Facebook when you arrive somewhere. Avoid posting pictures while on vacation. When asking for directions, never follow someone. Use the buddy system when you can

When your being followed/or danger It will limit your options and there is jo guarantee that you will win. When your being followed/or danger walk fast and head to a crowded place. Yell or shout "call the police" Don't look back, try not to panic If your able use a personal attack alarm Physical self -defense as a last resort Report the incident as soon as possible.

Avoid risks Let someone know where your going When you will be back Avoid isolated areas Do not ignore your instincts

- there is saftey in numbers Safety Tips: children Know everything you can about your child's activities and friends Teach children about strangers, monitor for unusual behaviors Refuse to take things from strangers Know phone safety Children need to remain a safe distance from strangers adults

Safety Tips: children Use the buddy system Use a secret code system - some secrets have to be told if it will protect other children and parents Safety Tips: children Use the buddy system Use a secret code system Children need to inform parents when leaving the house. Don't put your child's name on clothing Teach them it's ok to say NO, if someone touches them inappropriately inappropriate vs appropriate secrets

Emergency Response