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What do you do if someone calls you and tells you that the warranty on your vehicle is about to run out? What is a spam call?
Say no thank you and hang up. DO NOT give them any personal information!!!
What should you do if someone comes to your door that you do not know?
Don't answer the door if you do not know who it is.
Should you open mail or packages that are addressed to someone else?
No
How often should you do laundry?
When your hamper is full or before you run out of underwear or socks.
When is mail delivered? How often should you check it?
every day
What should you do if a stranger offers you food or drink?
Do not take it.
Should you leave lights on in the house? Why or why not?
No. It wastes electricity and money.
If you see someone being inappropriate or doing something suspicious, what do you do?
Call 911. Then call an adult.
What do you do if you start a fire in your house or apartment?
Call 911, then call an adult.
What are some things you should check before you go to bed at night to make sure you will be safe?
Make sure all the lights are off, doors are locked, windows are closed and locked, stove is off.
What should you do if you find that someone has stolen your bicycle off of your porch?
Call the police(not 911). Tell an adult.
What do you do if you get a bill in the mail?
If you are not sure it is a real bill, ask an adult for help. If you are familiar with it, pay it.
What if you get an e mail asking for money?
If you are unsure of the sender, ask an adult. Do not give them any personal information.
What is personal information?
It could be your social security number, bank account numbers, phone numbers, address, email address, parents' names and information, etc.
What should you do if someone offers you a cigarette or a pill?
Say no thank you and get away from them.
What are some reasons you would need to call the non emergent police line?
Small theft such as a bicycle, if you see someone shoplifting, to complain about noise
