National Church Safety and Security Month Although safety and security in places of worship are practiced throughout the entire year, we focus more closely on raising awareness about the importance […]
Community Safety
National Situational Awareness Day: The Case for Paying Attention
Annually, National Situational Awareness Day is observed on September 26th as a reminder of the importance of paying attention and being aware of your surroundings. Situational awareness is a vital […]
5 Tips for Staying Safe and Knowing Your Surroundings
When you are out and about, just doing life, like running errands, heading to work, school, or even exercising outside, you cannot be too careful when it comes to your […]
On-The-Go-Fitness: Staying Fit While Traveling
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or someone who gets away once a year, you can easily find a fitness routine that works for you. You might actually spice up […]
Pay Attention to Your Surroundings’ Surroundings
Paying attention to your surroundings and being situationally aware extends beyond your immediate environment. During a recent trip, we chose to stay at a hotel in a “safe” downtown area. […]
Could you be a Mandated Reporter
You work in a pre-school and one student in particular has caught your attention. Their emotions throughout the day are focused around anger, their lunch is lacking nutrition, and their […]
If You See Something, Say Something®
Do you and/or would you report something suspicious? The slogan If You See Something, Say Something® was originally implemented and trademarked by the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (NY MTA). In July […]
Summer Safety Tips: Fireworks Safety
Fireworks and fireworks safety go together like hotdogs and hamburgers! Summertime is upon us and for many it’s a time for families and friends to gather and watch the sky […]
Surviving an Active Shooter Event
As we all know, the world has changed drastically in the last few years, with the pandemic, economic instability, global tensions, rising fuel and food prices. The Americans are feeling […]
The Traffic Stop: Interacting with Law Enforcement
So, how does one react to getting pulled over? You are likely to feel nervous, afraid, humiliated, or annoyed, but it is very important that you remain calm and respectful. […]