Practice Exercise

This is a safety article from an insurance company. State a meeting objective and divide the information into three key points. Then add the remaining items.

• Be alert at stoplights and signs. One thief robs the motorist when he or she gets out to inspect the damage; the other thief steals the car.

• Don't apply make-up, shave, or read at stoplights. Don't be in a hurry to get to stoplights or signs—keep you car in motion if possible.

• Call ahead for safe directions. Lost or confused drivers are vulnerable.

• Don't drive near the curb in high-crime areas.

• Keep your doors locked and your windows shut when you drive.

• Keep your briefcase, purse, and packages under seats, or on the floor out of sight.

• Check your rearview mirror to make sure you are not followed into your driveway or garage.

If Approached by Strangers…

• When you park in an attended lot, leave only the ignition key.

• Drive off, if possible.

• Lean on your horn to attract attention.

• Leave everything behind if forced from your car.

When Parking Your Car…

• Lock your car when you go into a service station to pay for gas.

• Park in well-lighted, populated areas.

• Don't park next to a dumpster or anywhere thieves can hide.

• When possible, park on the ground level in garages so you avoid elevators and stairwells.

• Lock your car whenever you park it—4 out of 5 cars stolen are left unlocked.

• When returning to your vehicle, have your key ready. If anyone is hanging around your car, go back inside and ask for an escort.

PRACTICE EXERCISE
MEETING OBJECTIVE: (fill in this blank)
INTRODUCTION
	Opener: (How will you get their attention?)
	Preview of talk: (Tell 'em what you're going to tell 'em; the key points)
BODY (Tell 'em)
	Key Point 1 ____________________________________________________________________
	Supporting facts/information/types of material:
	Transition statement: (actual words)
	Key Point 2 ____________________________________________________________________
	Supporting material:
	Transition statement:
	Key Point 3 ____________________________________________________________________
	Supporting material:
CLOSING
	Summary: (Tell 'em what you told 'em; the key points)
	To-do statement or request: