Publisher's Synopsis
This guide provides practical advice to help guard against the disasters that can happen to people in and around their homes, in the street and on holiday. Topics covered include: how to carry out a security survey of your home; how to vet callers and safeguard belongings including computers and other valuable items; how to avoid accidents in the kitchen and bathroom; how to provide a safe environment for the very young and the very old; car safety and security; insurance issues; and basic first aid information.