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Home Visitor Safety
BE SMART
Why should I be concerned
bull In a 2004 report issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration on workplace violence 48 of all non-fatal violence against all workers in the United States occurred in the fields of health care and social services
bull 50-80 of public human service workers have experienced threats damaged properties and physical attacks during their career
Prior to the Visit
bull Find out as much as you can about the neighborhood and the family that you are going to visit prior to going
bull Alert someone about where you will be and what time to expect you back
bull Carry only what is necessary to complete the visit Keep an ID with you preferably without your home address
bull Wear a name badge but avoid lanyard style clip on is best
bull Bring a cell phone if possiblebull Think about the clothing you wear your clothes should
not impede your ability to move around safely and efficiently Wear shoes with low heels or no heels
Arrival
bull Upon approaching the home note exits and potential dangers (broken stairs garbage etc)
bull Park in a well lit area where the you can see the entry to the home avoid the driveway if possible if you must park there back your car in
bull Keep alert donrsquot use your cell phone or fumble for items as you approach the home
The risk has gone up why
bull Affordable mental health services are difficult to find those with mental health issues may not be able to afford care including medication
bull Gang related crime is increasingbull DrugsDrug use are more prevalentbull Staff who are not adequately trained in
recognizing danger signs and in responsive behaviors are new to home visiting
bull Guns other weapons more prevalentbull Personal stress levels increase as economic
stability decreases
Gangs In Wisconsinbull A recent study by the
Department of Justice indicated the presence of over 100 known gangs in NE Wisconsin
bull Included counties of Brown Calumet Winnebago Outagamie Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan
bull The study itself was criticized however there was unanimous agreement that gang activity exists throughout NE Wisconsin
bull Drug trafficking was the most common problem reported
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Why should I be concerned
bull In a 2004 report issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration on workplace violence 48 of all non-fatal violence against all workers in the United States occurred in the fields of health care and social services
bull 50-80 of public human service workers have experienced threats damaged properties and physical attacks during their career
Prior to the Visit
bull Find out as much as you can about the neighborhood and the family that you are going to visit prior to going
bull Alert someone about where you will be and what time to expect you back
bull Carry only what is necessary to complete the visit Keep an ID with you preferably without your home address
bull Wear a name badge but avoid lanyard style clip on is best
bull Bring a cell phone if possiblebull Think about the clothing you wear your clothes should
not impede your ability to move around safely and efficiently Wear shoes with low heels or no heels
Arrival
bull Upon approaching the home note exits and potential dangers (broken stairs garbage etc)
bull Park in a well lit area where the you can see the entry to the home avoid the driveway if possible if you must park there back your car in
bull Keep alert donrsquot use your cell phone or fumble for items as you approach the home
The risk has gone up why
bull Affordable mental health services are difficult to find those with mental health issues may not be able to afford care including medication
bull Gang related crime is increasingbull DrugsDrug use are more prevalentbull Staff who are not adequately trained in
recognizing danger signs and in responsive behaviors are new to home visiting
bull Guns other weapons more prevalentbull Personal stress levels increase as economic
stability decreases
Gangs In Wisconsinbull A recent study by the
Department of Justice indicated the presence of over 100 known gangs in NE Wisconsin
bull Included counties of Brown Calumet Winnebago Outagamie Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan
bull The study itself was criticized however there was unanimous agreement that gang activity exists throughout NE Wisconsin
bull Drug trafficking was the most common problem reported
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Prior to the Visit
bull Find out as much as you can about the neighborhood and the family that you are going to visit prior to going
bull Alert someone about where you will be and what time to expect you back
bull Carry only what is necessary to complete the visit Keep an ID with you preferably without your home address
bull Wear a name badge but avoid lanyard style clip on is best
bull Bring a cell phone if possiblebull Think about the clothing you wear your clothes should
not impede your ability to move around safely and efficiently Wear shoes with low heels or no heels
Arrival
bull Upon approaching the home note exits and potential dangers (broken stairs garbage etc)
bull Park in a well lit area where the you can see the entry to the home avoid the driveway if possible if you must park there back your car in
bull Keep alert donrsquot use your cell phone or fumble for items as you approach the home
The risk has gone up why
bull Affordable mental health services are difficult to find those with mental health issues may not be able to afford care including medication
bull Gang related crime is increasingbull DrugsDrug use are more prevalentbull Staff who are not adequately trained in
recognizing danger signs and in responsive behaviors are new to home visiting
bull Guns other weapons more prevalentbull Personal stress levels increase as economic
stability decreases
Gangs In Wisconsinbull A recent study by the
Department of Justice indicated the presence of over 100 known gangs in NE Wisconsin
bull Included counties of Brown Calumet Winnebago Outagamie Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan
bull The study itself was criticized however there was unanimous agreement that gang activity exists throughout NE Wisconsin
bull Drug trafficking was the most common problem reported
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Arrival
bull Upon approaching the home note exits and potential dangers (broken stairs garbage etc)
bull Park in a well lit area where the you can see the entry to the home avoid the driveway if possible if you must park there back your car in
bull Keep alert donrsquot use your cell phone or fumble for items as you approach the home
The risk has gone up why
bull Affordable mental health services are difficult to find those with mental health issues may not be able to afford care including medication
bull Gang related crime is increasingbull DrugsDrug use are more prevalentbull Staff who are not adequately trained in
recognizing danger signs and in responsive behaviors are new to home visiting
bull Guns other weapons more prevalentbull Personal stress levels increase as economic
stability decreases
Gangs In Wisconsinbull A recent study by the
Department of Justice indicated the presence of over 100 known gangs in NE Wisconsin
bull Included counties of Brown Calumet Winnebago Outagamie Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan
bull The study itself was criticized however there was unanimous agreement that gang activity exists throughout NE Wisconsin
bull Drug trafficking was the most common problem reported
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
The risk has gone up why
bull Affordable mental health services are difficult to find those with mental health issues may not be able to afford care including medication
bull Gang related crime is increasingbull DrugsDrug use are more prevalentbull Staff who are not adequately trained in
recognizing danger signs and in responsive behaviors are new to home visiting
bull Guns other weapons more prevalentbull Personal stress levels increase as economic
stability decreases
Gangs In Wisconsinbull A recent study by the
Department of Justice indicated the presence of over 100 known gangs in NE Wisconsin
bull Included counties of Brown Calumet Winnebago Outagamie Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan
bull The study itself was criticized however there was unanimous agreement that gang activity exists throughout NE Wisconsin
bull Drug trafficking was the most common problem reported
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Gangs In Wisconsinbull A recent study by the
Department of Justice indicated the presence of over 100 known gangs in NE Wisconsin
bull Included counties of Brown Calumet Winnebago Outagamie Fond du Lac Manitowoc Sheboygan
bull The study itself was criticized however there was unanimous agreement that gang activity exists throughout NE Wisconsin
bull Drug trafficking was the most common problem reported
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
bull Gang Members tend to live in high crime areas
bull Drug use is prevalent among gang members
bull Gang retaliation can put home visitors at risk
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Drugs In Wisconsin
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Drug Paraphernalia
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Drug Paraphernalia
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Common Paraphernalia
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Some Common Meth Ingredients
bull Alcohol Gasoline additivesRubbing AlcoholEther (starting fluid) Benzene Paint thinner Freon Acetone Chloroform Camp stove fuel Anhydrous ammoniaWhite gasolinePheynl-2-PropanePhenylacetonePhenylpropanolamineRock table or Epsom salt
Red Phosphorous
Toluene (found in brake cleaner) Red Devil Lye Drain cleaner Muraitic acid Battery acid Lithium from batteries Sodium metal Ephedrine Cold tablets Diet aids Iodine Bronchodialators Energy boosters Iodine crystals
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
bull Strange odors resembling urine or the smell of acetone ether or ammonia
bull Extra efforts to cover windows or to reinforce doors
bull Trash not put out for collectionbull Large amount of items ie cooking dishes
coffee filters bottles that do not appear for regular household use
bull Presence of unusual quantities of chemicalsbull Vehicles loaded with laboratory materials or
chemicals
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Do not enter home with evidence ofmeth lab materials or chemicals on
property
bull If you enter and see evidence of a meth labbull DO NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE IN OR NEAR THE
HOMEbull Discreetly but immediately leavebull Drive to a safe location contact local law enforcement
If you are exposedbull Cover your car seats and floorboards with plastic covering Clean
hands with disinfectant wipes before touching the steering wheelbull Go to safe location to change clothes Place dirty
clothes in a plastic trash bag Clean all exposed skin surfaces with soap amp water
bull Wash any items carried into the home with soapwaterbull Donrsquot touch any surface until skin and items are clean
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Exposure Signs
Watery eyes Discharge from the eye Eye pain including burning Skin irritation and redness Mild to severe burns Sneezing and coughing Congestion of the voice box Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain
DiarrheaModerate to severe headacheRapid heart rateDark colored urineFeverDecrease in mental statusYellow jaundiceHallucinationsExtreme irritabilitySevere neglectDifficult and labored breathing shortness of breath
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Signs of CrackCocaine Use
bull Baking Soda
bull Brillo pad remnants
bull Matches
bull Glass pipes
bull Simple items like coke cans spoons light bulbs and straws found in odd places around the home could signal drug abuse
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
bull physical signs of crack addiction include dilated pupils sweating weight loss frequent upper respiratory infections fits of coughing coughing up black mucous muscle tremors and severe headaches
bull Emotional signs include dramatic mood changes insomnia loss of interest in usual activities
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
bull mdash The family has a history of physical assaults or threats of violence a criminal conviction involving the use of a weapon or a disorderly persons offense
bull mdash There are reports of any form of family violence (eg child abuse spouse abuse) and the alleged abuser lives in or close to the home
bull mdash A visit is to be made in a known drug-use location andor a high-crime neighborhood and
bull mdash The family has recently experienced the involuntary removal of a child from the home
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Be prepared
bull Trust yourself bull Go into the home with a pre-planned excuse to leave if it
should be necessarybull Donrsquot try to get in the middle or mediate an escalating
situation unless you are trained to do so and there for that purpose
bull Know the address of the home where you are have it displayed in front of you if necessary Make sure you are aware of what county you are in
bull Report any dangerous activity to your supervisor immediately
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Donrsquot enter the home when
bull a Questionable persons are present
bull b Parentothers are intoxicated
bull c Violence is in progress
bull d There is no quick escape
bull e Vicious animals are present
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Useful Items to have Available
bull 1048708 Cell phone and chargerbull 1048708 Emergency s and contact informationbull 1048708 Small amount of money amp changebull 1048708 Plastic trash bagsbull 1048708 Disinfectant wipes and hand cleanerbull 1048708 Latex glovesbull 1048708 First aid kitbull 1048708 Other items that you may need
Home Visitation Leadership Advisory Coalition
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Firearms
If you see firearms assume there could be danger to you or others in the home
bull If you know there are guns in the home but are not in view ask where the guns are kept
bull If there is an escalating situation where firearms could be used leave and follow General Safety Guidelines
bull If no danger but firearms and ammunition are unlocked in the home-Talk to parents about safe storage-Encourage parents to educate children about gun safety on a regular basis
Visitation LeadershipAdvisory Coalition
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety
Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety