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Ankur Garg (Company Secretary and Compliance Officer) (114773 Points)

12 April 2013

Dear All,

Please find enclosed herewith a PowerPoint presentation on women’s safety. I have got this presentation yesterday through an E-mail. After going through the same I realized that it is a must share file with Caclubindia members.

I would request admin to ensure the reach of this post. Also request members to "BOOKMARK" this thread.

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Ankur Garg

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Ankur Garg (Company Secretary and Compliance Officer) (114773 Points)
Replied 12 April 2013

Further some time back also I had shared few tips on women safety. So considering the topic of this thread let me share the same again for new members and for members who missed out the same on previous occasion. Find below few Safety tips for Women through the platform of Caclubindia. Request you to go through the same carefully:

1. Always be aware of your surroundings This applies whether you are traveling alone or in groups. Don’t just focus inwardly on your thoughts if you are alone, or your friends if you are together. Keep one eye out for your environment, looking out for suspicious characters, possible danger, etc. Also, don’t assume that because your area has been "safe" thus far, that it will continue to be so.

2. Travel in groups "There is safety in numbers" is not just a cliche. It’s true. Make a point of traveling together with other sisters, whether it’s on public transportation, on campus, in cars, etc.

3. Change the route you normally travel by If you’ve taken the same bus, train or highway to get to work or school, change your route. Even if it takes you a little longer, your safety is more important. By changing your route, you can avert possible attacks or harassment from those who know your schedule, method and route of travel well. Please note though that you should avoid short cuts that take you through unfamiliar or unsafe areas.

4. Look confident Walk with a straight posture and your arms swinging by your sides. Avoid slouching or walking like a victim. This makes you an easy target for attackers.

5. When riding by public transportation choose the right seat If you are riding by bus or train, do not sit on the window seat as you may be "blocked in" by a potential assailant. Always select the seat next to the aisle so that you can quickly leave if necessary. If you are taking public transportation alone after peak hours, sit as close to the driver as possible and/or choose the section of the bus/train that is most crowded. Try to get a seat near the exit as well.

6. If you are driving alone Don’t think that if you are in a car, you’re safe. Windows should be up and doors locked even when driving to avoid unwanted passengers at intersections. When you are walking to your car, always have your keys ready, so that you can quickly get into your car. But don’t just get in right away. Always check your car before entering, especially the back, for any intruders.

7. Don’t use the walkman If you’re used to listening to your walkman while outside, drop this habit, especially in isolated areas. With your walkman on, you cannot hear the approach of a possible attacker.

8. Note "safe houses" along your route Mentally note houses at intervals on each route you take that can be used as "safe houses" if you are attacked, such as shops or houses that you know to be occupied by a friend or acquaintance.

9. Do not open the door of your home without checking DO NOT open the door to your home without first checking from a window, peephole or by asking and verifying who it is. Instruct children to do the same.

10. Report any suspicious activity around your home If you see people loitering on the streets near your house, call the police on a non emergency number and report it.

11. Tell others about your whereabouts Parents, spouses and friends should know where you are going and when you will be back, so that your absence will be noticed. Arrange a call in system with a friend if you live alone, whereby you call when you arrive home.

12. Trust your instincts If you are walking somewhere and feel strange or scared, don’t ignore this feeling. Take extra precautions by walking a little faster to get to a more populated or well-lit area or change the route you’ve been driving on.

13. If you think you are being followed, change your route and activity. You can cross the street, change directions, or enter a populated building or store. Do whatever is necessary to avoid being alone with the person who is following you. Inform a police officer or security official about the follower.

14. Attract attention if you are in a dangerous situation. Get others to pay attention to what's happening to you if you are under attack or being harassed. You can alert others by honking a car horn or loudly describing what is happening.

15. NEVER admit that you are alone If someone calls your home and asks if you are alone, NEVER admit it. Ask who the caller is. If they refuse to identify themselves, calmly hang-up. Keep the radio on in the house so that callers will get the impression that others are in the home too. Instruct children to do the same when they pick up the phone.

16. Obscene phone calls If you receive an obscene call or a crank call, do not talk to the caller. Hang up if the caller doesn’t say anything, or as soon as s/he shouts obscenities. Hang up the phone calmly and do not slam it down. Note down the date and time of the calls. If they are persistent, inform local police.

17. If you are a student Avoid studying in isolated classrooms in parts of the college campus that are not regularly patrolled by the schools security officers.

18. In large buildings take the elevator, not the stairwell Stairwells are usually quiet and dark. Most people take the elevator. But if someone creepy gets on, don’t hesitate to get off at the same time. Or, if someone is already on the elevator who you feel strange about, do not get on and wait for the next elevator.

I sincerely hope that the same would be of some help.

Thanks

Ankur

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Thank you sir for providing us with valuable and important info

(Guest)

Thankyou Ankur Sir, for sharing useful and very much needed safety tips.., I still remember Prathiba's case :-( I'll sure pass these tips to my friends.. Thankyou sir.