SAFETY TIPS FOR MEN

How to avoid getting into a figHt

Try to be relaxed. You can escalate an aggressive situation if you are rushed, stressed or afraid.

Meeting aggression with aggression leads to confrontation. Talk your way out of problems: stay calm; lower your voice, speak slowly and clearly. Breathe out slowly to help you relax.

Each of us has a personal buffer zone which we can be quick to defend. Respect other people’s space as well as your own.

Avoid an aggressive stance: crossed arms, hands on hips, a raised arm is challenging and confrontational. Avoid touching someone unnecessarily. Look confident. if you tHink you’re about to be attacked

If you do meet a problem, your primary aim should be to GET AWAY, fast. There is no shame in doing this; it’s the smart thing to do.

Walk away as fast as you can. Head for a place where you know there are people.

Don’t look back. Try not to panic. Blow out so you can breathe properly and reduce tension.

Yell or shout “Phone the Police” or other specific instructions to which people respond quickly.

Use a personal attack alarm to shock and disorientate an assailant. This will gain vital seconds for you to get away.

Report any incident as soon as possible. You may save someone else.