When riding a bus, use a stop that's well lit and near a coffee shop or store that's open.
Travel with a friend or co-worker whenever possible.
Know the bus or subway schedule ahead of time, so you aren't forced to wait longer than necessary.
Don't sleep on the bus or subway.
Sit near the bus driver.
Have your money or tokens in hand to give to the driver. This way you won't fumble with your wallet or purse.
Don't engage in unnecessary conversation with strangers. Never give out any personal information. The person you're talking to may be fine, but others can overhear.
Don't get too involved with reading while you wait. Stay alert!
Move away from people who appear intoxicated, even if this means going to another stop.
Don't share a cab with a stranger.
Sit near the aisle so you can get up quickly if someone bothers you.
Don't sit near the exit door on busses, trains or subways. At stops, when the door opens, someone can reach in and snatch your purse or briefcase.
Hold on firmly to your purse or briefcase. Don't put it on the seat beside you. Keep it in your lap or wedge it between your feet.
Tuck necklaces inside your clothing and turn rings around so that valuable stones aren't showing. Better yet, remove jewelry before using public transportation.
When riding a bus, use a stop that's well lit and near a coffee shop or store that's open.
Travel with a friend or co-worker whenever possible.
Know the bus or subway schedule ahead of time, so you aren't forced to wait longer than necessary.
Don't sleep on the bus or subway.
Sit near the bus driver.
Have your money or tokens in hand to give to the driver. This way you won't fumble with your wallet or purse.
Don't engage in unnecessary conversation with strangers. Never give out any personal information. The person you're talking to may be fine, but others can overhear.
Don't get too involved with reading while you wait. Stay alert!
Move away from people who appear intoxicated, even if this means going to another stop.
Don't share a cab with a stranger.
Sit near the aisle so you can get up quickly if someone bothers you.
Don't sit near the exit door on busses, trains or subways. At stops, when the door opens, someone can reach in and snatch your purse or briefcase.
Hold on firmly to your purse or briefcase. Don't put it on the seat beside you. Keep it in your lap or wedge it between your feet.
Tuck necklaces inside your clothing and turn rings around so that valuable stones aren't showing. Better yet, remove jewelry before using public transportation.
