SAFETY TIPS DURING DEMONSTRATIONS AND PROTESTS: (During the Protests)

While some protests remain peaceful, even a peaceful event can turn violent and confrontational so you should be prepared for  any eventuality.

·        ·  Stay hydrated.
·      Stay focused and beware of your surroundings all the time.
·      If your eyes are exposed to tear gas or pepper spray, do not rub them but use water to clean.
·      Beware of what other people near you are carrying, if the items seem dangerous, used to escalate, or instigate violence and if you sense danger, then move away.
·      Don’t stand near objects that could fall from above.
·      Don’t stand against immovable objects.
·      Stay on the outside edges of the crowd and maintain your options to exit quickly and safely.
·      Memorize or keep on your body emergency contact numbers.
·      Don’t say anything or give personal information.
·      Avoid public containers, e.g. dumpsters, cans, newspaper stands. etc..

I   I believe the above tips will help you during protests or even when caught up in protests unaware. If you feel there's more to it please let the conversation continue.

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