Phone
Do not advertise in the phone book that you live alone (Initials and Surname only).
Be cautious about information you divulge to strangers on the phone. Never divulge:
- That you live alone.
- That you will be away.
- Family or financial information.
If you receive an obscene phone call or have a persistent nuisance caller, HANG UP. Contact Telstra during business hours on 13 2200 or after hours on 1100.
If you own a touch phone, key-in the phone numbers of:
- A relative, neighbour or close friend
- 000
- Police
- Fire & Ambulance
so that they can be dialled by pressing one button in an emergency.
Personal Alarms
For your information generally; These alarms are compact and easy to carry.
They have built-in audible alarm and use compressed gas or batteries. When
the alarm is activated it will emit a loud piercing noise.
These alarms can be worn as a pendant, brooch, or carried separately.
When buying a personal alarm, think about weight, ease of operation, amount of noise emitted and cost. Other personal alarms are:
- Used to obtain help in the case of a medical emergency.
- Connected to an alarm system.
- Connected to a phone system to call for help.
It must be remembered that these types of alarms are meant to act as a deterrent, give you confidence, and attract attention. They DO NOT guarantee protection from attack.
Last Updated: 09/12/2005