Make Friends in The Neighborhood Watch other houses or apartments, and let your neighbors know of anything that's suspicious. Offer your phone to neighbors for emergency use, and use theirs when necessary. Keep in touch with your neighbors. Doors and Locks Keep doors locked at all times. Be sure any door and window locks can be opened quickly if there's a fire.
Elevators Get on with a group, if possible.
Stand away from the door while waiting alone. Don't ride an elevator alone with a stranger. If you're uncomfortable with a stranger, get off immediately. Stand near the control panel, and hit the alarm button and floor buttons, if necessary. Call the police from a nearby phone.