Stay safe this festive season
We have multiple safety tips to share with you to assist in keeping you safe.
As we all get ready for one of the most exciting and joyous times of the year, it is necessary to always remember to stay safe – and not just by adhering to Covid-19 protocols.
Thanks to Silent Rights, we have multiple safety tips to share with you to assist in keeping you safe.
Silent Rights is a recently established organisation aimed at fighting gender-based violence and bringing women from all walks of life together to support and help each other stand united against women abuse.
– Ensure your house has good lighting and do not leave outside lights on during the day
– Do not let too many people know when you are going on holiday
– Notify the police immediately if your house is broken into
– Make sure to plan your route properly ahead of time if you will be travelling on an unfamiliar route
– Avoid backroads as far as possible
– Always be aware and alert of your surroundings
– Be aware that shopping malls will be crowded and plan accordingly
– Park in well-lit areas at night
– Never give a lift to strangers
– Hold your child’s hand and be alert of them at all times and always accompany them to the toilet at malls
– Keep your car doors locked at all times
– Always be sure to have certified identification on you
– Keep important items or belongings locked up in a safe at home or your hotel
– Have a designated water-watcher who is responsible for keeping track of everyone when entertaining a group of children and/or adults
– Never leave children unattended in or around swimming pools – not even for a second
Police spokesperson, Constable Lindiwe Mdluli, advised community members to among others, avoid carrying large sums of cash when they go shopping during the festive season.
She also advised motorists to always place their valuables in the boot of the vehicle and to avoid using their cellphones while driving as this caused them to be distracted.
Residents with elderly relatives were also advised to always accompany them to the shops as they could be easy targets for criminals.
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