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HARDEN YOUR HOME- AND YOURSELF-AGAINST WOULD-BE ATTACKERS.

BY JIM COBB

If you can prevent a burglar or other ne’er-do-well from getting into your home, that’s half the battle right there.

Security is a vitally important element of your overall preparedness plan. After all, if someone can easily take your supplies and gear, what’s the point of collecting it all in the first place?

Take the time to invest in the equipment, as well as the skills, needed to keep you and your family safe. However, be sure to check local laws to avoid carrying something that could get you into legal trouble.

1.0 EVERYDAY CARRY (EDC)

There are a few items you should carry on your person as you go about your daily life that’ll go a long way toward keeping you safe and secure.

1.1 Cell Phone

In most situations, this is your lifeline to assistance. You can use it to call for help, find directions to get you to a safer location and even document what’s happening around you.

1.2 Firearms

While firearms use is largely a judgment call, there’s little debate against a firearm increasing your ability to defend yourself against an assailant. Seek out training in firearms use and maintenance. Marksmanship skills are perishable, so devote time regularly to the range. Know the pertinent gun laws that apply-both for where you live and where you plan to carry firearms.