Knightsafety

Where There's Smoke!

A fire not only interrupts your education, it also destroys property and can be deadly to you, and those around you. Always follow the fire safety rules no matter where you live, study, work or play!!

Smokers!

Be sure that ashes are cold before dumping them.
Never leave a burning cigarette, cigar or pipe unattended.
Smoke only in designated areas.

Open Flames!

Always follow rules about burning candles, incense, bottled gas appliances in the apartment or dwelling that you live in.
Electrical Appliances such as irons, hot plates, curling irons, etc., should never be left unattended. Wait for appliances to cool down before putting them away.

Electrical Circuits!

Too many cords plugged into one outlet can result in a dangerously overloaded circuit.
Use approved surge suppressors for multiple plug-ins. Do not use extension cords.

Flammable Liquids!

Liquids such as gasoline, cleaning fluids, turpentine, mineral spirits,etc., can have deadly consequences if not stored properly.
Please read and store all hazardous liquids according to product safety specifications.

Trash & Rubbish!

Take care to dispose of all trash and rubbish properly so to minimize the possibility of starting a fire.

ATM (Automatic Teller Machine) VISITS

Avoid using the ATM at night, if you must, take a friend along for the ride. Avoid dark, isolated, or bushy areas. Know exactly what transactions are going to be made before you arrive at the ATM. Have your card ready. Put your cash away immediately. Check your surroundings before, during, and after your transactions. If you notice something suspicious, leave the area immediately! Never let others see your PIN (Personal Identification Number). Do not count your money openly.

Walk-In Shopping

Avoid carrying large sums of cash money. Avoid shopping at night and especially late night. Always park in a well lit area. Never leave your purse or pre-paid items unattended in your shopping car. Be aware of your surroundings at all times and especially, when getting in and out of your car. Be wary of strangers. Have your car key out and ready for use before you get to your car. Secure purchased items in your car trunk and not inside the car in plain view.

Online Shopping

Be cautious when shopping online. Make sure you are buying from a legitimate and reputable company. Before placing your order, ask questions about the company policy regarding refunds, returns, shipping, etc. Never pay with cash! Never give out your social security number. Pay with a money order or credit card.

Important Phone Numbers

Do not call 911 for general information, use only for emergencies.

UCF Information Line 407-823-2000
Orange Country Emergency Management 407-836-9140
Seminole County Emergency Management 407-665-8000 / 407-665-8001.

Apartment Complex Security

An Apartment Community, Townhouse or Condominium Community along with other multi-story, multi-family dwellings can pose unique security problems.

ALWAYS LOCK YOUR VEHICLE.
Remove items such as radar detectors, briefcases, wallets, and other items of value.
Park in a well lit, high visibility area preferably near your residence.

TO PREVENT AUTO THEFT

Use the above listed suggestions.
Always remove your key from the vehicle and never hide a key; the thief knows all the places, too!
Consider an anti-theft device, such as steering wheel locks, ignition kill switches, alarms, or tracking devices.

DESIRE...ABILITY...OPPORTUNITY

Eliminate any part of the equation and the crime will not occur. For example, remove the opportunity and even the criminal with desire and ability will find it hard to commit that crime.

GOOD SECURITY HABITS

Re-key locks when moving into a previously rented residence or after keys have been lost or stolen.
Place DEAD BOLT LOCKS on all exterior doors.
Install locks on all windows.
Trim shrubbery away from entryways and windows.
Light all entryways, ALL NIGHT LONG.
Make apartment/building numbers visible from the street both day and night.
Use Operation Identification on valuables.
Report suspicious activities to Non-Emergency Line at (407)657-2500.
Report EMERGENCIES to 9-1-1.
Know how to contact your neighbors.
DO NOT reveal personal information or information about your neighbors to unknown callers.
Never tell a stranger you are home alone.
DO NOT tell strangers your neighbor(s) are not home.
Make sure your home looks occupied.
Always secure your doors and windows, even when leaving for a short time.
Never let a stranger handle your cellphone.

TAKE THESE EXTRA PRECAUTIONS WHEN AWAY OR ON VACATION

Leave a key with a trusted neighbor when away for an extended time.
Have mail and newspapers stopped, or picked up every day.
Have someone leave a car in your assigned parking space.
Have a friend or relative stay in your apartment, or check it on a regular basis.
DO NOT openly advertise your trip, tell acquaintances all about it after you return.

FINALLY, IF A CRIME DOES OCCUR

Call law enforcement immediately. A 5 minute delay means that the chance of catching the criminal drops by 2/3rds.
Tell the Deputy as much as you can. In many cases it is what the victims and witnesses tell about the criminal that results in an arrest.
It pays to prosecute. 3/4ths of the criminals prosecuted are found GUILTY!
Being a witness in court is not as much trouble as you think. There are programs to help victims and witnesses with transportation, day care, and scheduling of their cases.

OPERATION IDENTIFICATION

Operation Identification involves the engraving of your driver's license number on valuable. This helps in two ways, it lets the criminal know you are not an easy target, and it helps law enforcement identify stolen/recoverded items and return them to their proper owner.

Crime Prevention Unit 836-3720 UCF Police Department
(407)-823-5555