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Month: November 2019
Safety Tips for Black Friday
There are two kinds of people in the world, those who are willing to brave the Black Friday crowds in search of a great deal and those who won’t.
If you’re among the former, some thoughtful planning and a few precautions can make your day more productive, safe, and most of all, fun.
Tips forin-storeBlack Friday shopping:
- Park near a light. Thieves are less likely to target shoppers whose car lights are brightly lit – especially if they’re parked in an open space.
- Stash your goodies in the trunk. As the old saying goes – “Out of sight, out of mind.” As a result, there won’t be anything to temp a would-be thief.
- Keep Away from ATMs. If you can’t, at least choose one that is well lit. Additionally, shield your PIN as you key it in, and don’t leave behind receipts that may contain personal information.
- Use the buddy system. As with anything, there’s safety in numbers. If you do plan on separating, make a plan to meet up and consider color coordinating. That way, it will be easier to spot your friends or family members.
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Keep your purse on your body or your wallet in your front pocket. These measures will make it more difficult for pick-pocketers to lift your wallet or wrangle your purse away from you.
- Remain alert in parking lots. Before you get in your car, look in it and under it. Additionally, have your keys handy so you are not distracted trying to locate them.
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This Thanksgiving, We’re Thankful for Safety
For families throughout the US, Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday.
Loved ones gathered around the table, counting blessings, mouths watering in anticipation of roast turkey and all the trimmings, pumpkin pie, grandma’s special recipes and all of the traditions that warm the heart.
Whether you’re spending the day with relatives or enjoying time with friends, practicing safety in all regards will ensure that you enjoy the holiday to its fullest.
Here are three that you should consider setting up before Thanksgiving Day.
1. Open your door, save energy
From last-minute errands to welcoming visitors, you’ll be opening your front door a lot during the holiday. When your heating is running at the same time, you can end up spending big bucks on your energy bill.
If you have an EMC Security Smart Thermostat, now is the perfect time to put it to use because it can automatically adjust its settings to save energy and protect your heating bill.
2. Give guests anytime access
Are you hosting family members for several days? If so, give them a temporary user code to your security system.
Unique user codes will allow your guests to come and go as they please. User codes can also trigger a smartphone alert every time it’s used. This is great if you’re away from home and want to know who’s coming and going.
3. Get proactive protection from fire danger
With everything ranging from log fires and deep fryers, during the Thanksgiving holiday official typically see an increase in house fires across the country. As well as being extra-mindful on the day, make sure that your home is protected in advance by installing an EMC Security smart smoke detector.
These detectors don’t just warn you about a fire, they can proactively alert our monitoring station, who dispatches your local fire department. If you don’t have smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed yet, now is a good time to talk to an EMC Security representative about adding them.
We hope you have a happy, safe and smart Thanksgiving!
Medical Alert Devices: 4 Uncommon Ways They Can Help
A medical alert device is like a dependable friend or family member you can rely on for help when you’re in an emergency situation.
Below are a few atypical ways a medical alert device could help you or a loved one.
Living Alone
According to a report issued by the Wall Street Journal, 35.7 million Americans live alone. Living alone can be a wonderful experience, however, becoming injured or experiencing some sort of emergency is a risk.
Medical alert devices give you the peace of mind that you will get immediate help with just a press of a button.
Walking in the Evening
Ask any adult and they’ll probably admit to being afraid of the dark at some point during their childhood and that a nightlight makes the presence of darkness less scary.
Similarly, a mobile medical alert pendant can provide similar relief whenever they decide to take an evening stroll. You’ll have quick access to help, in the event that a threat arises, by wearing the pendant around your neck or clipping it to your belt or bag,
Visually Impaired
Living with a visual impairment presents moment-to-moment, daily challenges – moving around with others both in and outdoors makes it easy to experience an accident. A medical alert device will provide a constant level of protection if an emergency situation were to occur.
The medical alert device was designed to be worn close to the body, so it’s easy to locate and doesn’t require digging through a bag to find. This is a huge benefit for someone who is visually impaired.
Mother-to-Be
It’s very common for pregnant women to have their doctor’s phone number close-at-hand throughout their pregnancy. This is important for many reasons but especially if there’s a health problem or the mom suddenly goes into labor. This is when having a medical alert device within arm’s reach proves important. You will receive aid as soon as you signal for help with a medical alert.
Around the Clock Protection
Keep yourself or your loved ones connected to reliable protection wherever you may be. EMC Security’s medical alert devices are portable and non-obtrusive with a sizable button that’s easy to access.
Chat with one of our security experts today to discuss how you can stay fully protected with a medical alert device.