The Ruislip Manor Safer Neighbourhood Team

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Welcome To Ruislip High School, we are the Safer Neighbourhoods Team of the Metropolitan Police for your school and its surrounding area. You may see us around and about and please come and talk to us. I’ll introduce the team,

 

PS Peter Law

PC Dave Butler

PC Allan Webster

PCSO Ben Thomson

PCSO Mike Harper

PCSO Carl Bruce

PC Stuart Read (Safer Schools Officer)

These Officers are dedicated to make your school and the area around your school as safe as possible.

You can always contact us and we will be happy to speak with you with what ever questions or problems you may have,

 

You can phone us on 0208 721 2549 or 07909896437 or 02082469340

Or you can Email us at Manorward.snt@met.police.uk

REMEMBER IF ITS AN EMERGENCY CALL 999

The best of way of staying safe is pure common sense, with a little bit of knowledge on crime prevention and personal safety your safety will increase with out you knowing it. When you think about we all do it day in and day out. Examples are not walking down a dark alley and not talking to strangers these are a few of many examples.

MOBILE PHONES

You can help to keep your mobile phone safe from thieves and make it difficult for them to use by following this advice:

Be aware of your surroundings and be alert when you are out and about

Avoid using your phone in public places

Try not to use your phone in very crowded places where it could be snatched

Keep it with you at all times - never leave it unattended

Security marks the phone and the battery (contact your crime prevention officer at your local police station) your local Crime Prevention officer is PC Gareth Summers he is based at Ruislip Police Station. However we run Crime Prevention days, which are held in Ruislip Manor shopping parade, dates will be posted for you to see so you can come and see us.

 

Report a stolen phone to police and your network provider immediately:

Your network can bar calls from a stolen phone as long as it's been registered. So make sure:

1.Register your phone with your network provider.
2.Record your IMEI number and your phone number and keep these in a safe place separate from you phone. Your IMEI number (15 digit serial number) can be accessed by keying *#06# into most phones or by looking behind the battery of your phone.  Once you have done this the go to a very important website called www.immobilise.com and go through their step by step guide to get your phone and ipods and other valuable things registered.

 

Stolen phones can be reported on the following network providers’ contact numbers:


REPORT IT

Mobile phone theft is a crime and the police treat it very seriously. You need to report it at your local police station Ruislip or Uxbridge or by calling 0845 33 00 222.

You will be asked to give details about the phone including when and where it was taken.

Alternatively if you wish to stay anonymous you can call Crimestoppers and you could get cash reward.

Call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. You do not have to give your name and you could be entitled to a cash reward. 

SAFER SURFING (INTERNET SURFING)

It is easy to remain anonymous on the web and this can encourage some people to make up things about themselves, even passing off someone else's face as their own.

Sometimes people will give a false impression of themselves, either by exaggerating the truth or lying. A lot of the time you will instinctively know what another person is saying is odd or not quite right. This is your instinct, which acts as a self-defence, telling you something is wrong. It is important to trust these instincts and let your parent or carer know when you think something is wrong.

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This instinct works best when you can see or hear a person, but obviously when talking to someone on the web it is not possible to do this so it is important to be even more alert.

The Chat Safe video shows how easy it is to be lulled into a false sense of security with someone you meet in a chatroom. But the following six points should help you to prevent this happening.


The six tips which will help you become web-wise include:

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Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to use chatrooms?
As long as you use common sense and use the Internet safely you should not be at risk. Remember, don't give out any information that can identify you and don't believe everything you read.

I'm smart enough to know when someone's pulling my leg - surely I'm not at risk?
The people who abuse chatrooms can be quite convincing, tricking adults as well as teenagers. Without seeing a person we can never be sure they are what they say they are. This is why you should never arrange to meet someone you have chatted to on the Internet without telling your parents, getting their permission and taking a responsible adult with you. Even then, your first meeting should always be in a public place.

What should I do if I see or read something I don't like?
Never respond directly to anything like this. Save or print it, log off and tell an adult.

How will I know if the person I am chatting to is genuine?
This is very difficult to judge, especially as you cannot see the person. This is why it is better to be cautious and not give too much away about yourself. Think about it, if a perfect stranger came up to you in the street and started chatting to you would you tell them where you live, which school you go to or where you hang out with your friends?

CYCLE SAFETY

Keeping Your Bike Yours 

There are some very simple things you can do to deter opportunist thieves from stealing your bike. 

  • Mark your frame. UV marker pens are available from your local Crime Prevention Officer, who can also advise you on where and how to mark your bike.

  • Never leave your bike unlocked, even if you’re just popping into a shop. 

  • The best kind of lock is a quality D-shaped shackle lock. You can buy these at any bike shop.

  • Always lock your bike to something solid like a lamp-post or railings, preferably in a public and well-lit area.

  • If you have quick release wheels, take off the front wheel and lock it to the frame and back wheel.

  • If you have a pump or detachable lights take them with you when you leave your bike.

  • Make sure you have adequate insurance cover for your bike. 

 

Kitted Out For Safe Cycling 

As a cyclist you are more vulnerable than other road users, but by taking some simple precautions, you can reduce the risk of accidents or injury. 

  • Helmets should always be worn, even on short journeys

  • You should only buy a helmet if it carries a CE mark and one of the normal safety standards for example, BS863, A.S.2063, ANSI Z. 90.4 or SNELL.

  • Try the helmet on before you buy it. It should fit comfortably and snugly and sit level across your forehead without obscuring your view.

  • If you want to improve your cycling skills, you can take part in one of the cyclist training courses available to young people and adults. For more information contact Hertfordshire County Council’s Road Safety Department.

  • Look after your bike, check moving parts regularly and give special attention to tyres, brakes and lights.

  • Have your bike serviced regularly.

  • It is against the law to cycle at night without front and rear lights and a red reflector. Keep them clean and if they are battery operated, check the batteries before each journey.

  • You should always wear reflective bands both day and night to increase visibility. 

Planning Your Journey

Before setting out on a cycle ride always give some thought to your journey to ensure it will be safe and enjoyable.

  • Wherever possible use cycle lanes. Take care and remember that these are often shared with horse riders and pedestrians.

  • If you have to cycle on the road, try to use side streets and avoid very busy roads.

  • Take extra care at junctions and roundabouts and use clear hand signals.

  • Cycle in single file on busy or narrow roads.

  • Remember, it is against the law to cycle on pavements (unless shared), or through red lights and down one-way streets the wrong way.

If your bike has a bell, use it but don’t assume everyone can hear you. Exercise caution when using shared cycle paths.

OTHER INFORMATION

We have established links for you to browse and look at in your own free time, this will increase your knowledge and others knowledge around you on personal safety and problems that we all may encounter at school.

www.chatdanger.com - Gives you safety tips on modern communication Emailing, Texting, Mobile Phones, and MSN the list goes on.

www.childline.org.uk - A very important website if you have any problems with links where you can read about other peoples experiences and how they dealt with it.

www.thinkuknow.co.uk - Gives advice on safe surfing and safe Internet use for young people.

www.bullyonline.org - This gives advice for anyone who is being bullied, and how young people have dealt with it, and gives details on who to talk to.

www.kidsmart.org.uk - Another but easier site to get to grips with and a lot of information on safety for young people.

www.getconnected.org.uk - Confidential Advice for young people, if you do not want to disclose information about yourself and want information then this is the site for you.

www.direct.gov.uk - One site with all the public services, has the Highway Code and information regarding your personal rights. One to look at!

www.nspcc.org.uk - Very important site for child cruelty, you may not be affected but maybe a friend is. This offers advice and information about child cruelty.

We hope you enjoy looking through these sites and the information that they hold within them. Take it on board, share your knew knowledge with your friends and family.

Remember if you have a problem do not hide it. There is always someone to talk to and you are never alone. Help is always a phone call or a mouse click away if you think you have no one else to turn to.

We look forward to seeing you all around,

The Ruislip Manor Safer Neighbourhoods Team

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