When Using an ATM • Select an ATM with clear lines of sight in all directions, i.e., at locations with no building corners, shrubs, signs, etc. that provide possible hiding places for an attacker. • Be aware of your surroundings before and during your transaction, especially between dusk and dawn. Return later or use an ATM in a supermarket or convenience store if you notice anything suspicious, e.g., a person loitering nearby. • Avoid using poorly lighted or isolated ATMs. Complete your transaction as fast as possible and leave the facility. • Don’t go alone. • Park in a well-lighted area as close to the ATM as possible. • Keep your doors locked and passenger and rear windows rolled up when using a drive-through ATM. • Shield the keypad when using your PIN so it can’t be seen by anyone near you. • Memorize your PIN and keep it secret. Don’t write it down or keep it in your wallet or purse. • Make sure that there is nothing in the slot when you insert your ATM card. Thieves can use a small, hard-todetect skimming device that’s placed over the card slot to capture to steal your PIN and other bank account information. • Put your cash, receipt, and ATM care away promptly. Count your cash later in private. Do not leave your receipt at the ATM site. • Avoid being too regular. Don’t use the same ATM at the same time of day and day of the week. • Make sure you are not being followed when you leave an ATM location. Drive immediately to a police or fire station, or any well-lighted and crowed location or open business and get help if you are being followed. Flash your lights and sound your horn to attract attention. • Give up your money or valuables if you are confronted by an armed robber. Any delay can make a robber more nervous and increases the likelihood of violence.
Posted on: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 19:56:54 +0000
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