Ensure your safety at all times-Lawrence School

We have been witnessing a spate of unfortunate events in the recent years that puts a huge question mark on the law and order situation in the state and country. The recent attack on a woman at the ATM  only adds to the list and it makes us wonder if safety of citizens, especially that of women and children, figures at all on the charts for our leaders. 

We believe that it will take a lot of hardwork and discipline to get the country on well-oiled tracks. We also believe it takes a while to change the system and since we are a part of the whole system, it is our duty too to ensure our own safety. Here are a few tips that we could think of that might help you avoid getting into an unsafe environment or detect anything amiss:

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Avoid venturing into lonely areas: Desolate areas are generally crime havens. It is best to avoid these stretches when alone. 

Carry a pepper spray or umbrella: Always carry a pepper spray or an umbrella or even a deodorant with you. In case of an attack of any kind, use them to defend yourself. The assailant will be caught unawares for a few moments and you can plan your escape in the meantime.

Be aware of your surroundings: Be vigilant when outdoors. Keep an eye for anything that seems out of the usual. It could be a new vehicle parked outside your complex gate or some suspicious looking people lurking around, etc. Report anything unusual to your apartment security or bring it to the notice of a responsible person or authority.

Carry a mobile and important numbers with you always: Memorize important numbers and do not depend on the mobile for them. Dial your friend/spouse/parent’s number while travelling in an unknown vehicle and keep talking if you find the driver suspicious. Also keep your family informed about your whereabouts all the time.

Learn art of self-defense: No matter what your age is, it is always better to be equipped with some basic knowledge of self-defense tactics. 

Lawrence High School, located at HSR layout, Bangalore, focuses on educating children with traditional values to adapt and excel in the world. To know more about Lawrence school, please visit the website http://lawrenceschool.in/ and join us at our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lawrence-School/ 

 

How to teach your kids about safety - Lawrence High School

Teaching kids how to be safe is one of the most important things that need to be done.  In today’s day and age, where children are exposed to so many different people in supermarkets, parks, play areas and the neighbourhood, it is important to teach them a few things about their safety. Here are some tips:

1.    Teach your children their full names, address, and home telephone number.

2.    Teach your children the parents full names and cell phone numbers.

3.    Give them instructions to keep the door locked and not to open the door to talk to anyone when they are home alone.

4.    Set rules with your children about having visitors over when you’re not home and how to answer the telephone. 

5.Travel the route to and from school with your children and familiarize them with landmarks. 

6.Tech them about using public transport and safety of using the same. 

7. Ensure your child goes with friends whenever they go out to play. Remind them to stay with a group if they’re waiting at the bus stop. 

8. Educate children never to accept a ride from anyone unless you have told them it is OK to do so in each instance. 

9. Teach your children to say NO to anything that makes them feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused and teach your children to tell you if anything or anyone makes them feel this way.

10. Teach your children to never approach a vehicle unless they know the owner and are accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other trusted adult.

11. Teach your children how to find their way at theme parks, sports stadiums, shopping malls, and other public places.

12. Teach your children to identify people who they can ask for help, such as uniformed policeman, security guards and store clerks with nametags.

13. Teach your children that if anyone tries to touch or grab them, they should make a scene and make every effort to get away by kicking, screaming, and resisting.

Children are innocent and naïve which make them easy targets to attackers, therefore it is essential to ensure you take care of them in every possible way that you can. Teaching your children the right things about safety can go a long way in making sure they are safe and protected from the bad world outside.