| Exterior Doors |
| We always lock all our doors at night and every time we leave the house. |
| Our doors are solid hardwood or metal-clad. |
| Update Locks-use deadbolts |
| Don't Leave an Extra Key-if you can think of a place to
hide one, so can a burglar! |
| Check before opening a door. Our doors feature wide-angle peepholes. |
| If there are glass panels in or near our door, they are reinforced in some
way so they can't be shattered. |
| All entryways to our home have a working, keyed entry lock and deadbolt
lock. |
| Our deadbolt locks offer high-security features |
| Garage and Sliding Door Security |
| The door leading from the attached garage to the house is protected with a
quality, keyed door lock and deadbolt |
| We have a lock for the garage door and do not rely on the automatic opener
to provide security. |
| We make sure the garage doors are locked when leaving the house. |
| The sliding glass door (if there is one) has strong, working locks or we
use a device such as a security bar for protection. |
| We always check to make sure the sliding door is locked at night and when
leaving the house. |
| Protecting Windows |
| Every window in the house has a working lock |
| We always lock the windows, even when they are opened a few inches for
ventilation. |
| Outdoor Lighting |
| We trim the bushes and shrubs so there is no place for someone to hide. |
| There are no dark areas around our house, garage or yard. |
| The light bulbs for our outdoor areas are in good working order. |
| We use floodlights to ensure effective illumination. |
| We always turn on the outdoor lights in the evening - whether someone is at home or
not (or use a photocell or motion-sensitive lighting system) |
| Security Away From Home |
| When leaving home, we have at least two light timers that are set to turn the lights
on and off in a logical sequence. |
| When leaving home, we activate the motion detector or other alarm system (if we have
one). |
| When away from home, we always stop the mail and newspaper deliveries. |
| When away from home, we ask a neighbor to tend the yard and watch our home. |
| Personal Property and Outdoor Valuables |
| Gate latches, and garage and shed doors are all locked with high-security, laminated
padlocks. |
| We always lock gate, garage and shed doors after every use. |
| Grills, lawn mowers and other valuables are stored in a locked garage or shed, or if
left out in the open, are hidden from view with a tarp and securely locked to a stationary
point. |
| Every bicycle is secured with a U-bar lock or
quality padlock and chain. |
| We always lock our bikes, even if we leave them for "just a minute." |
| Keep serial numbers of cameras, watches, tv's, etc. |
| Firearms are stored unloaded and locked in storage boxes or secured with
trigger guard locks. |
| Never carry large sums of cash, flasing money invites
trouble. |
| Don't resist an armed robber |
| Loud screams or flight may protect you from a strong arm
robber |
| Stay off dark streets |
| Educate your children about child molesters & sex
offenders |
| Know where your children are |
| Call Police if you see a crime. Don't investigate
yourself |
| Lock your car when you leave it |
| Keep your registration with you |
| Obey the law yourself! Set a good example. |