Home & Personal Safety: A Safety Reminder

A few good habits worth keeping close by when it comes to home & personal safety.

Why this matters

Today's brief is a general reminder rather than a single news story — good habits around home & personal safety protect you every day, not just when something goes wrong.

How to do it

Always check who's at the door before opening it — use a peephole or window first.

Quick recap

Always check who's at the door before opening it — use a peephole or window first.
If someone claims to be from Eskom, the municipality, or a similar service, ask for ID and call the office directly to confirm before letting them in.
Close your curtains at night and keep valuables out of view from outside.

Source: OAC Cyber Safety Brief — Tips & Tricks

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