Maintaining a heightened sense of situational awareness and a little quick thinking can be the determinant factor in matching an otherwise dangerous situation
Simple tips you can start using at a gas station:
Be aware of your surroundings and the people around you at all times. Some advocate getting a view of behind the station before you pull up to a pump.
Choose the pump carefully if you can. What will be blocking your view based on where you choose to fuel up? Can you point your vehicle toward the road for a quick getaway if needed?
Walk with purpose and confidence.
Keep your head up and stay on task.
Keep focused when putting the nozzle in and dealing with the self-pay system. Be especially aware before and during those times.
Lock your door the minute you get out of the car. Start fueling. Unfortunately, this is the perfect time for someone to make contact with you when you are just standing next to the car. Technically, the recommendations are to not get in your car while fueling in case you get statically charged and then spark when you touch the nozzle again. If you feel like you need to get back in the car, when you get out, the safest thing is to touch something metal that’s grounded before touching the nozzle. If none of this makes sense, do some research into static electricity and fueling.
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Do not fall into the “I don’t want to be rude” syndrome. There are a million people that a stranger can ask for help, why did they choose you?
If anyone heads straight for you it is a warning sign. You must assess that person as a potential threat because he or she has an interest in you. Have a plan of action ahead of time if someone approaches you. If it’s at night, do you have a high-powered flashlight or pepper spray in your pocket? Are you trained for what to do next?
Be ready to move away from any person quickly even if it means walking backward.
Everyone needs situational awareness skills in today’s world, from kids to the elderly. Ask anyone in the protection or defense industry and they will agree that situational awareness is the foundation of your personal safety.
Why? Situational Awareness focuses on conflict avoidance, giving you time to see if there are potential threats coming your way. It teaches you to pay greater notice to people, places, and objects in your vicinity. You learn to watch body language, assess different situations, and make the best decision based on those assessments. These are all skills that can be learned and they aren’t taught in school.
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