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Public Safety Tip of the Day:  Water Safety

• Insist properly fitted PFD’s (Personal Floatation Devices) be worn by everyone riding in a boat or being towed on an inner tube, skis or other device.
• Never allow alcohol to be consumed when around the water.
• Never swim in unsupervised areas, and never swim alone.
• Do not dive or jump into unfamiliar or shallow water because of the risk of spinal cord or head injuries.
• Go to shore when changing places in small tippy boats or canoes.
• Limit boating to safe weather and water conditions.
• Teach your child to swim or enroll them in swim classes.
• Children should not jump into the pool on their own until they are able to climb out on their own.
• If a river carries a stick faster than you can walk on shore, it’s moving too fast.
• Don’t swim in or around lily pads because arms or legs may become entangled.

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Public Safety Tip of the Day: 

I hope everyone’s Finals went well.

We have one week left until Graduation!  As the school year comes to an end, please remember to stay safe.

Happy Mothers Day.

Have a safe weekend.

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Public Safety Tip of the Day: Campfire Safety

• Build campfires where they will not spread, away from dry grass and leaves.
• Keep campfires small, and don’t let them get out of hand.
• Keep plenty of water and a shovel around to douse the fire when you’re done. Stir it and douse it again with water.
• Never leave campfires unattended.

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Public Safety Tip of the Day: Barbecue Safety

• Before using a grill, check the connection between the propane tank and the fuel line. Make sure the venturi tubes – where the air and gas mix – are not blocked.
• Do not overfill the propane tank.
• Do not wear loose clothing while cooking at a barbecue.
• Be careful when using lighter fluid. Do not add fluid to an already lit fire because the flame can flashback up into the container and explode.
• Keep all matches and lighters away from children. Teach your children to report any loose matches or lighters to an adult immediately. Supervise children around outdoor grills.
• Dispose of hot coals properly – douse them with plenty of water, and stir them to ensure that the fire is out. Never place them in plastic, paper or wooden containers.
• Never grill/barbecue in enclosed areas – carbon monoxide could be produced.
• Make sure everyone knows to Stop, Drop and Roll in case a piece of clothing does catch fire. Call 911 or your local emergency number if a burn warrants serious medical attention.

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Public Safety Tip of the Day: Suspicious Activity

• Continuous “Repair” operations at a non-business location.
• Open or broken windows at closed businesses or residences whose owners are temporarily absent.
• Unusual noises such as gunshots, screaming, abnormally barking dogs, or any noise that is suggestive of foul play.
• Unusual smells coming from location.
• Continuous traffic that comes and goes to the same location, usually staying for very short periods of time.

Anytime you see something suspicious, Call Public Safety at 312-808-6363 immediately

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Public Safety Tip of the Day:

Whether you live on campus or off campus, protect yourself from harm.

Keep your doors and windows Locked, even while at home.

Don’t allow strangers into your home or apartment building.

Be Alert to strangers loitering around your building.  If you see something suspicious, contact Public Safety or the Police if you live off campus.

Get to know your roommates and their friends.

Never leave a spare key under a mat, above the door frame, or anywhere else you think nobody will find it.

Keep your windows and doors locked, even when you are at home.

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Before reading, please note that this incident was reported immediately to Public Safety who responded to the scene. Based on the information they received, it was determined that there was no immediate danger on the Main Campus.

Late Saturday evening, a white sedan was traveling southbound on State Street near State Street Village when one of the occupants, age 16-19, produced a small toy/bb handgun and shot it three times in the direction of a student.  The vehicle immediately drove away. The student was not hit or injured in any way. The student contacted Public Safety who responded to the scene. There is no indication this was a real firearm, based on both the witness account and a search of the area. We are asking everyone in the IIT community to continue to be aware of their surroundings and to report any similar activity to Public Safety

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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD on 5/2/2013.

Have a safe weekend.

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Public Safety Tip of the Day: Public Transportation

Don’t Fall Asleep while on the bus or train

Keep your belongings in your lap.

Know the Schedules and the routes of your destinations.

Choose a seat near the bus driver of train conductor.

Avoid isolated buses or train stops.

Utilize public transportation during peak travel times.

Avoid using phones or personal electronics while on board.

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