When attending parties and other activities, you should:

• Wear minimal jewelry.
• Travel in groups to and from activities.
• Not carry around or display large amounts of money.
• Secure cell phones, wallets and purses.
• Not accept drinks from strangers or leave drinks unattended.
• Prearrange transport arrangements and designate an alcohol free driver.

Children should:

• Wear identification cards bearing their name, the name of parent/guardian, address and telephone number.
• Not be left unsupervised at home.
• Not be left in the care of strangers.
• Not use public conveniences unless accompanied by an adult.
• Not accept food or drink from strangers.
• Not be taken to fetes, calypso tents and other adult shows.

When driving to fetes and other activities, you should:

• Ensure that your vehicle is properly secured.
• Use paid car parks whenever possible.
• Not overcrowd vehicles.
• Not drink and drive.
• Lock doors when vehicle is in motion.
• Notify the police whenever you observe any strange activities around vehicles.
• Obey traffic signs.
• Not leave the vehicle unattended with keys in the ignition.
• Not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running.
• Not leave valuable items exposed in your vehicle.
• Be cautious of persons loitering near traffic lights.
• Have your keys in hand when you approach your vehicle.

Remember it is an offence to:

• Go through a RED LIGHT even at nights.
• Travel in open trays of pick up vans and trucks.

When leaving your home, you should:

• Secure your premises.
• Never leave keys in mail boxes, plant pots or under door mats.
• Notify the Police if you are going to be away for long periods.
• Teach your children to lock the door when they enter.
• Ensure that the property is illuminated at night.
• Be observant when returning home, especially at night.

When parking your vehicle, you should:

• Make a mental note of where you parked your vehicle.
• Never park in an isolated area.
• Park in a well-lit area as close as possible to the facility entrances.
• Never leave valuable packages in visible your vehicle.
• Store your packages in the trunk of your car.
• Know your vehicle's license plate number.
• When leaving your vehicle, make sure all doors are locked and windows closed.
• Have your keys ready when returning to your vehicle.
• Only leave your ignition key with a valet parking attendant.
• When walking to or from your vehicle, avoid dark areas where criminals might hide.
• If you have car trouble, remain in your car and use a cell phone to call for assistance, or return to the facility and notify security.

When using Public Transportation or Hired Vehicles, you should:

• Carry some form of identification when attending activities.
• Take public transportation with "H" being the first letter on the number plate.
• Verify the cost of transportation before boarding hired vehicles.
• Avoid dark and lonely areas, ie walking through the Queen's Park Savannah at night.
• Do not accept lifts from strangers.
• Do not carry around or display large amounts of cash.
• Secure cell phones, wallets and purses especially in crowded areas.
• Find a police or security officer if you are in of need assistance.

   

For assistance in an emergency, you can call:
1. 999 or
2. 555 or
3. 800-8477