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PARTY SAFETY TIPS
Drugs
and alcohol can affect your ability to make decisions (such as
identifying danger signs and plotting escape routes). Manage how
much you consume.
· Always
get your own drink. Watch it being poured.
· Don't
leave it unattended.
· Don't
drink or taste anybody else's drink.
· Don't
accept drinks from anyone else.
· Dispose
of your drink if you think it tastes odd. (if you just leave it,
someone else may drink it).
· Drugs
used to spike drinks can be colorless and tasteless so you might not
realize that anything has been added.
· Be
aware of the behavior of your friends. Is their behavior out of
character? Do they seem too "out of it" for what they've had? See
the section on Drink Spiking to find out what to do.
· Watch
out for your friends. Are they binge drinking or taking drugs? Are
they making safe decisions? Are they OK?
· If
your friend needs to sober up or straighten out, check to see that
they are OK. Are they alone? Who is with them? Are they safe?
· Encourage
people who are drunk to drink water or eat something. Keep an eye on
them, if you can.
· Do
you really trust whom you are going home with? Are you sure they
won't make you do anything you don't want to do? Will they take "NO"
for an answer?
· If
you are going home with someone different, let someone know.
Introduce them to your friends.
If You're Throwing the Party
· Know
whom you have invited to the party and plan what you will do if
there are gatecrashers.
· Provide
food and non-alcoholic drink spacers, e.g. water, soft drinks,
juice.
· Keep
a look out for your guests. Make sure they're safe and having a good
time.
· Offer
to organize taxis for your guests. Take a note of the taxi company
you have called.
· Create
a safe atmosphere. If you know that someone is harassing or
intimidating someone else, then do something about it:
1.
Let them know you are watching;
2.
Ask the person to stop;
3.
Ask them to leave;
4.
Find the victimized person a safe place;
5.
Don't be afraid to call the police.
Helpful Self
Defense and Personal Protection Products
Cell Phone Stun Gun
Mace Screecher Alarm
Electronic Pocket Whistle
If used in conjunction with a
stun gun or
pepper spray, you will greatly increase your
chances for escape.
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