Spring Break Safety

ATM Safety Try to go the ATM in groups Try to go during daylight hours When typing in your PIN, cover the pad with the other hand Survey the area, if someone looks suspicious, go to another ATM

Safety while Drinking Drunks = EASY TARGETS Pace yourself if you choose to drink, and avoid hard alcohol or other drinks that are powerful and have fast effects know the liquor laws of wherever you’ll be vacationing

Safety on the Beach Drinking + sun can equal a bad sunburn and an even worse hangover Take it slow and stay hydrated by drinking lots of water. Use sunscreen of at least SPF 15 and reapply often Remember you can burn even when it’s cloudy.

Swimming Safety In case you get caught in a rip current, don’t bother swimming against it. Instead, swim parallel to shore until the rip passes. Try to stay within the designated swimming area and always swim with a buddy

Going Out Go out with your friends, go home with your friends get a friend home who is too intoxicated to be out Also be on the lookout for signs of predatory drugs: extreme wooziness, confusion, difficulty standing and slurring speech

Safe Sex if you do choose to have sex, make sure it’s protected. Stock up on protection before you leave home Decide before even going on spring break how far you’re willing to go, and then get to work setting your boundaries early and often. Be honest with someone if sex is not in the plans

Leaving the Country if you’re leaving the country you’ll need a passport. These are not quick and easy documents to attain, so file your passport application about 6 months before going on a trip abroad. Don’t bring flashy valuables (like expensive jewelry) and dress conservatively Keep in mind you are subject to the laws of the country you visit.

At the Hotel If safes are provided, definitely use them for any valuables you may have Keep doors and sliding doors locked Don’t let anyone into your room unless they are part of your group