THE RECORD spoke to Tyrone van der Merwe, sales director, from CPS Security about safety on Election Day.
This year South Africans will vote on May 8. However, criminals will still see opportunities to do their criminal activities on this day.
Here is some safety tips to keep in mind on Election Day:
• Reduce or eliminate opportunities that may make you a target.
• Avoid parking in isolated areas. If you are uncomfortable, ask a security guard to watch you or escort you to your car.
• Make sure that your car is locked before leaving to go and stand in the queues
• Keep your valuables out of sight before leaving your vehicle.
• When standing in the queues make sure that you keep an eye on your handbag or cell phone to prevent someone from pick pocketing you.
• Before leaving your home, make sure that you have activated your alarm.
• Pay attention to your surroundings, minimise the amount of time you talk on your cell phone in public places.
• Make sure that you have all emergency numbers saved on your phone.
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