**** TIPS FOR ATM SAFETY AND SECURITY******* • Observe surroundings before using an ATM. If the machine is obstructed from view or poorly lit, visit another ATM. • Do not use an ATM that appears unusual looking or offers options with which you are not familiar or comfortable. • Maintain an awareness of your surroundings throughout the entire transaction. Be wary of people trying to help you with ATM transactions. Be aware of anyone sitting in a parked car nearby. When leaving an ATM make sure you are not being followed. • If you see anyone or anything suspicious, cancel your transaction and leave immediately. If anyone follows you after making a transaction, go to a crowded, well-lit area and call the police. • Shield the screen and keyboard so anyone waiting to use the ATM cannot see you enter your PIN or transaction amount. • Do not allow people to look over your shoulder as you enter your PIN. Memorize your PIN; never write it on the back of your card. Do not re-enter your PIN if the ATM eats your card -- contact a bank official. • Keep your secret code a secret. Do not share your PIN with anyone. • Do not write your PIN on your ATM Card or store it with the card. • Never give your PIN to anyone over the phone. • Put your cash, card and receipt away immediately. Never count cash at the machine or in public. Wait until you are in your car or another secure place and always keep your receipt. • When using an enclosed ATM that requires your card to open the door, avoid letting strangers follow you inside. • When using a drive-up ATM, make sure all passenger car doors are locked and windows are up. • Do not leave your car unlocked or engine running when you get out to use an ATM. • While many ATMs are available 24 hours a day, some may be open only during local business hours. To be on the safe side, plan your withdrawals ahead of time. • Check with your financial institution to determine what the daily limit of funds that can be withdrawn from your account is. • Maintain a supply of deposit envelopes at home or in your car. Prepare all transaction paperwork prior to your arrival at the ATM. This will minimize the amount of time spent at the machine. • Closely monitor your bank statements, as well as your balances, and immediately report any problems to your bank. • Do not wear expensive jewelry or take other valuables to the ATM. This is an added incentive to the assailant. *****Special Precautions for Using an ATM at Night***** • Avoid using walk-up ATMs during nighttime hours. • Take another person with you, if at all possible. • Park close to the ATM in a well-lighted area. • If the ATM is not well lit or lights are not working, shrubbery has overgrown the area, or there are areas of concealment that are not plainly visible, don’t use the ATM. • If you leave your car to walk to an ATM, lock your car. Don’t leave the engine running or leave any valuables in your car. • If you observe ANY suspicious activity or don’t feel comfortable, leave immediately. • If you are followed, drive immediately to a crowded, well-lighted location or business and call the police. • With best wishes….. • (KANKAR BARUI, IPS) • Deputy Commissioner of Police • Detective Department • Bidhannagar City Police
Posted on: Sat, 16 Aug 2014 10:22:04 +0000
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