The Postal Inspection Service is offering holiday safety tips for employees like Alexandria, VA, Letter Carrier Teck Hong, shown delivering packages last year.
- Avoid becoming a target. Don’t display mobile phones or other electronic devices while on your route. Avoid wearing jewelry and minimize the amount of cash you carry.
- Stay alert. Don’t wear headphones so you can hear what’s happening around you.
- Be aware. If you are being followed, immediately leave the area and contact your supervisor.
- Stay cautious. Beware of deliveries to vacant homes or individuals not associated with an address. Criminals use identity theft to transport illegal items by mail.
- Never leave mail and packages in plain view inside your vehicle. Keep personal property in your vehicle out of sight also.
- Secure your vehicles. Lock your postal vehicle, including the cargo screen door. Never leave your vehicle running and unattended.
Source: USPS News Link