WARNING

Travel Can Be Dangerous to Your Health

ASSET PROTECTION & SECURITY MANAGEMENT

BILL BEEDLE, CPPM CF

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DISCUSSION

ANALYSIS OF A CRIME FOUNDATION OF SAFE TRAVEL MOVING ABOUT IN PUBLIC HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO

COMFORTABLE ON THE ROAD AND PARKING RIDING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SPECIAL TACTICS

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ANALYSIS OF A CRIME

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ANALYSIS OF A CRIMEMYTHS ABOUT TRAVEL

Women are more likely to become a victim I will protect myself with a weapon My travel agent assured me about safety Criminals are lazy, dumb, or druggies There is very little I can do to protect myself

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ANALYSIS OF A CRIMECRIMES AGAINST TRAVELERS

Robbery Rape Kidnapping Hostage taking Murder

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ANALYSIS OF A CRIMECRIMES AGAINST TRAVELERS

Myrtle Beach Crime

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ANALYSIS OF A CRIMEREDUCE YOUR CHANCES

Sensing the environment Interpreting unexpected events Understand group behavior Follow your intuition

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FOUNDATION OF SAFE TRAVEL PROTECT YOUR NAME

Minimize identification (last name & ph.

number) Distribute business cards sparingly Remove mail labels (newspapers, magazines,

newsletters)

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FOUNDATION OF SAFE TRAVEL PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY

Minimize baggage (carry essentials) Secure luggage Don’t advertise wealth

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PROTECT YOUR MONEY

Carry small denominations of money Carry two credit cards (different companies) Don’t bring/use personal checks Purchase travelers checks

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PROTECT YOUR HEALTH

Avoid travel when sick Avoid alcohol Carry daily medications Never pack illegal drugs

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FOUNDATION OF SAFE TRAVEL PERSONAL PROTECTION

Pack a flashlight Pack a portable door lock Pack a cellular telephone Carry a deterrent

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FOUNDATION OF SAFE TRAVEL PLANNING YOUR ITINERARY

Arrive during the day Leave an itinerary Travel in a group Plan for separation Learn about local events

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FOUNDATION OF SAFE TRAVEL ARRANGING EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Research extracurricular activities in advance Get directions before leaving Participate in a group Use hotel gym facilities with an attendant

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MOVING ABOUT IN PUBLIC

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MOVING ABOUT IN PUBLIC OUT & ABOUT

Know where you’re going (carry map) Vary your route Keep hands and arms free Avoid contact with strangers Walk near center of sidewalk

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Public RestroomsUse busy/public restroomsWatch belongingsPay attention to

suspicious people

Don’t hand back dropped objects (under stall)

Do not linger

MOVING ABOUT IN PUBLIC USING PUBLIC FACILITIES

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HOTELSHOTELSDON’T MAKE YOURSELF DON’T MAKE YOURSELF

TOO COMFORTABLETOO COMFORTABLE

HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

CHECKING IN

Hotels can be locations for brutal crimes Have gratuities ready Keep your passport Ask for two keys Control your baggage

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

GETTING TO YOUR ROOM

Use a bell person Beware of being followed Review location of room/exits Prepare to enter room quickly Check room

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

STAIRWAYS & STAIRWELLS

Stairways/stairwells are the most dangerous place

Stay away from others on stairwells

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MOVING ABOUT IN PUBLIC OUT & ABOUT

Stay in well lighted & traveled areas Maintain eye contact and walk erect Be careful about lending aid (say “No” or

nothing) Don’t give money to panhandlers Carry a deterrent

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

ELEVATORS

Size up others/environment Stand at controls Avoid over crowded elevators Look outside the elevator prior to exiting Note who exits with you

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

LOCKS

Check door lock Check peephole Always lock doors Consider an auxiliary lock Close blinds

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLEWHILE IN YOUR ROOM

Don’t open door to unknown persons Verify personnel sent to your room Leave if a strange (service) person enters

room Refuse unexpected packages Ordering food service

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

IN CASE OF A FIRE

Put out small fires (if possible) Get out/sound alarm Get dressed, soak towel, bring survival items Feel door knob Don’t use elevator

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

IF TRAPPED IN ROOM (FIRE)

Collect water in tub Turn-off ventilation Seal room Signal for help (use phone) Don’t jump

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

Surviving a Hotel Fire

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HOTELS: DON’T MAKE YOURSELF TOO COMFORTABLE

AWAY FROM HOME

Leave a light, TV, radio on Store valuables in hotel safe Carry hotel information Use main hotel entrance upon leaving and

returning Don’t re-enter room (if door is ajar) or being

serviced

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ON THE ROAD AND PARKING

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ON THE ROAD AND PARKINGDRIVING

Vehicles Drive low profile vehicleHide valuables, key fob, and rental contract

MovingKeep on well traveled roadsUse caution at rest stopsDon’t pick-up hitchhikersDon’t be quick to offer helpCheck vehicle behind you

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ON THE ROAD AND PARKINGDRIVING (CONT.)

If followed:Be conspicuous (flash lights) Identify person following you (point) Call policeDrive to public placeLeave exit space

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ON THE ROAD AND PARKINGPARKING

Use a valet Park under a light & near entrances Scan parking lot (take a few seconds) Stay away from other vehicles (especially

vans) Look under/in vehicle Secure vehicle Drive slowly through obstructed people

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ON THE ROAD AND PARKINGIF STOPPED BY THE POLICE

Don’t stop for white lights (red/blue) Don’t stop in isolated areas Call police Ask questions Stay in vehicle

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RIDING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

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RIDING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONAIRPLANES

Check luggage at service desk Secure carry-on in front of you Be alert & report suspicions prior to boarding Choose an aisle seat Get away from misbehaving passengers

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RIDING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONTAXICABS

Ride in legitimate taxis Avoid riding alone Don’t share personal information If in danger, get out Pay while in cab & ask cab driver to stand-by

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INTERNATIONAL

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AMERICAN'S KILLED IN MEXICO

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELPLANNING

Use US dollar traveler's checks Exchange currency prior to leaving Carry pictures of family Don’t carry provocative material Carry medications in original bottle (doctors

note) Dress like locals (remove company & national

logos)

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELAVOIDING ATTENTION

Minimize exposing your passport Memorize your passport number Research accommodations

(business contact) Guard your itinerary

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELINFORMATION

Check US State Department (3-levels of risk)Consular information sheets Travel warnings Public announcements

Oversees security advisory council US Department of Transportation hotline Contact Regional Security Officer (US

Embassy) Check your Security Department Resources

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELPUBLIC PLACES

Don’t display money in public Carry emergency telephone numbers Be careful about what you eat and drink Suspect the overly friendly Evaluate the security of social events

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELAIRPLANES

Fly air carriers from neutral countries Avoid military garb & religious symbols Fly wide body planes, coach seating, sit to

rear Avoid aisle seat Avoid stop over's in high-risk areas

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELTRAINS

Sit by window (escape) Plan to arrive during the day Keep your luggage in sight Lock your compartment Refuse food from questionable sources

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELBOGUS COPS

Verify information Ask for supervisor Move to protected area Ask/look for witnesses Think twice before getting in vehicle

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELAVOID ARREST

Don’t carry illegal drugs Don’t carry large amounts of cash (especially

in Middle East countries) Hire a professional driver Use credible currency Be discreet with binoculars and cameras

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVELIF ARRESTED

Don’t provoke arresting officer Contact nearest embassy/consulate Get representation Don’t volunteer information Don’t discount other means of release

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SPECIAL TACTICS

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SPECIAL TACTICSWHEN AN ATTACK IS IMMANENT

Surviving a Violent Crime

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WHEN AN ATTACK IS IMMANENT IF VICTIM/ ASSAULTED

Use a deterrent & yell for assistance Cooperate, fight or flight Give up all property Don’t leave area with assailant Get a description and report crime

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SPECIAL TACTICS KIDNAPPING

Try to escape abduction Raise a commotion Adapt to captivity Expect sensory depravation Sense where you are taken

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INITIAL TAKING OF HOSTAGES

Get out of the line of fire Don’t be a hero Avoid resistance Remain inconspicuous as possible Stay calm

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SPECIAL TACTICS LONG TERM SURVIVAL

Follow instructions Don’t question or complain Down play your travel, title, professional

responsibilities Eat (expect to lose weight) Prepare for a drawn out ordeal

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LONG TERM SURVIVAL (CONT.)

Maintain your dignity Keep track of time Try to communicate with captors Try to escape & prepare for rescue

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Laura Ling's Story

Surviving a Plane Crash

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REFERENCES

Michael Benson: Security and Travel Tips Terry Riley PhD,: Travel Can Be Murder U.S. State Department:

http://travel.statge.gov