Security Guard Tips for a Safe Valentine’s Day

Every holiday comes with its own unique set of safety suggestions to keep you and your loved ones safe as you celebrate. Whether you’re single or coupled up, love to celebrate love or want to stab it in the heart, go out or stay in, these Korner Security guard tips will help you have a safe Valentine’s Day.

Give Gifts in Private

If you’re planning to give your significant other jewelry or a noticeably pricey gift this Valentine’s Day, consider doing so in private to avoid the dangers that can develop if someone notices your new valuables. If dinner at a restaurant or a cozy walk through your favorite park or street are on the agenda, anyone can target you knowing that you’re covered in fresh bling. Don’t give anyone the invitation.

Protect Yourself When Dating Online

Single daters looking for love on Valentine’s Day are often targeted by scammers and schemers. Know who you’re talking to and try not to focus on February 14 as a “sign” that this connection is “meant to be.” Always do research about a person before meeting a new date so they can’t take advantage of you. Notify friends or family about where you’ll be and arm yourself with self-defense products. Listen to your gut and, if something doesn’t feel right, move on.

Be Subtle About Galentine’s Day

Galentine’s Day is celebrated on February 13 – a marking of women’s friendship. However, there are some who have evolved this holiday into an anti-Valentine’s Day campaign. Accompaniments include alcohol and rage against the partners who have wronged them. If you’re going to drink, make sure you have a designated driver. Better yet, get together at home and have a designated sober gal to keep watch over all the shenanigans.

Safeguard Your Home

Just like on Halloween, it’s important to protect your home while you’re in it or away, so that thieves and vandals can’t take advantage of your Valentine’s Day plans. Make sure all doors and windows are locked and that any ring cameras are on and working. Leave lights on inside and out so it looks like there is activity in your house. And if you’re away for a few days, ask a neighbor to keep an eye on your place.

Share Judiciously

If you get engaged on Valentine’s Day or solidify your relationship status in other ways, avoid posting your milestones for all to see. Not everyone needs to know who you’re with or that you have a partner. Protecting your boundaries protects personal information online. And, really, the people who need to know your love circumstances the most are the ones you talk to all the time anyway – save your news for a private phone call or FaceTime.

Need protection for your home or place of business on Valentine’s Day? Contact Korner Security to discuss a safety and security plan for yourself or your establishment.