- Have your key ready, but not visible when approaching your vehicle.
- Inspect the outside and inside of the vehicle before unlocking it.
- Know your destination and directions to it, and be alert should you get lost.
- Always drive with your windows and doors locked and/or closed.
- Make a mental note of any Police Stations in the area.
- When dropping a passenger off, make sure that they are safely in their own vehicle or home before departing.
- Avoid driving through high crime or unfamiliar areas.
- Avoid driving when the roads are quiet.
- Drive in the center lane away from pedestrians where possible.
- If possible, never drive alone.
- NEVER pick up hitch-hikers.
- Change your routes on a regular basis.
- Do not leave windows open more than 5cm.
- Always, always be aware when driving in case you are being followed. Hi-jacking don’t only happen at night but throughout the day, drive ways being Hot spots !.
- Get to know the guards at your complex or road closure gate, where applicable . Be aware of sudden, unexplained new faces. Contact the control room if you see anything suspicious.