Prevention on vacation

The excitement of going on vacation can make us overlook issues related to the security of our home. It is highly stressful during the trip, dealing with doubts about it. Go out and have fun, but be cautious and stay alert.
Considerations related to personal safety and behavioral strategies apply at all times and places.

relaxed woman sitting in front of the blue sea reading
relaxed woman sitting in front of the blue sea reading

1. Inform someone you trust how long you will be away from home. Also, notify them if anyone will stay or come to your home while you are away.

2. Inform a family member or trusted person of the general itinerary, as well as the telephone numbers where you can be reached in case of emergency.

3. Install and activate—to the extent possible—automatic lighting devices at nightfall outside and an intermittent on/off system inside.

4.- If your house has a garden and you are going to stay outside for several days, make the necessary arrangements for someone you trust to do routine maintenance.