Discovering Brazil

Safety and Security

Although some of the information and safety measures listed below may seem like common sense, it is worth reinforcing to keep in mind.

At Home  Avoid sharing personal information by telephone to people you do not know, and be sure that your household help behaves the same way. (Household help is common in Brazil and will be discussed under the Housing section.)  Never tell strangers about household routines  Always ask your future household help to present documents and references. Take photocopies of their identity cards in case you need future confirmation of their identity  If a representative of a public utility company (i.e., gas, electricity, telephone) comes to make repairs at your home, ask them to present identification  Never accept orders or packages you have not asked for  Keep at hand a list with all of the emergency telephone numbers (nearest police and fire stations, nearest emergency hospital, etc.)

Childproofing Most of these commonly used gadgets can be found in Brazil but at a higher price. Just for an idea of what is available, and to compare pricing, check out: www.tokstok.com.br .

On the Streets

 Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid traveling to unsafe areas alone or at night. Also pay attention to personal

belongings in large crowds to avoid pick-pocketing by both adults and children  Common sense rules while traveling the streets of Brazil: - Taking large amounts of cash, expensive jewelry, and other precious items should be avoided if you can - Avoid traveling with an item that you cannot afford to lose  Always remember to keep personal items such as purses or cameras close to you in public spaces and do not leave personal items unattended at any time

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