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Safety Tips

‘Let’s make SA safe this Easter,’ say traffic and safety experts

“As South Africans we all need to join hands this Easter to keep our roads safe in order to avoid human tragedy as far as possible.” This is the message of an inspirational road safety campaign entitled ‘Make the Roads Safe Campaign’.

Electricity - is your home safe?

The two year old little girl who died last week in Johannesburg after being electrocuted in her home should have alarms bells ringing in every parent or guardians ears.

Dog poisoning is on the increase

Warning from ADT, there are increased cases of dog poisoning, should you find your dog poisoned, but still alive, rush him IMMEDIATELY to your local emergency Vet.
Report your deliberately poisoned pet to the Police. Open a case. If incidents are reported, patterns could be established, and this may contribute to the arrest of criminals.

Take ICE this summer holiday

Paramedics recommend that you take ICE with you wherever you go during this Summer Holiday.
ICE, also known as In Case of Emergency led to numerous discussions on the internet not too long ago with mixed feelings from numerous agencies as well as cellular phone users.

Reporting a crime to the SAPS for investigation

• When a person has been a victim of crime, he/she can visit the nearest police station to report the crime.

Holiday security checklist

It is almost Holiday time, please ensure the following:

Your entire home is checked for weak points that need additional security such as new barriers on doors, windows and in passageways. Don't forget outbuildings.

Dedicated Douglasdale Police Sector Vehicles

Douglasdale SAPS have dedicated sector vehicles, there are 2 vehicles per sector, 24/7. Add your sector police vehicle cellnumbers to your phone in case of an emergency.

Personal Safety Awareness

• Be crime conscious - be aware of crime opportunities at all times.
• Be aware of your surroundings and the people around you.
• Know all emergency numbers.
• Trust your instinct.

Arrive Alive safety tips

• Obey the rules of the road and carry you drivers license with you.
• Plan the route to your holiday destination and give yourself enough time to reach the destination

Important Numbers

SAPS: 10111
All Life Threatening Emergencies: 011 375 5911
Ambulance Services: 10177 or 011 375 5911
Cable Theft Reporting (Telkom Hotline): 0800 124 000
Cable Theft Reporting (City Power): 011 490 7553