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Table 9 Subtheme 3(b)

From: International guidelines to inform policy development to address client violence in South Africa: an ATA-document analysis

Subtheme 3(b): Safety strategies while travelling

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Arriving at work

“Visually check parking lot when you arrive at work” [24]

“When exiting the vehicle and approaching the office building, workers should scan the environment and check the outside of the building for safety before entering” [18]

Travelling to site

“All personal items should be left in the car or trunk of the car and hidden from public eyesight during travel” [36]

Ask to see identification of anyone stopping to assist you” [30]

During a visit

“Keep keys with you and lock doors when no one is in car” [26]

“During the interview, workers are encouraged to keep their car keys and a functioning cell phone on them in a place that allows those items to be reached easily” [22]

After a visit

“Once the visit has concluded, workers should prepare to approach their vehicle by having their keys ready to unlock their vehicle” [21]

“Scan front and back seat and floor before getting in” [18]

Transporting clients

“Know the proper use and installation of a child safety seat that is appropriate for the child’s age and size” [19]

“Clients should be seated behind the passenger seat” [18]