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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You 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

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You are the key to your own personal safety

Be Smart Be SafeYou are the key to your own personal safety

• Home Visitor Safety
• Why should I be concerned
• Prior to the Visit
• Arrival
• The risk has gone up why
• Gangs In Wisconsin
• Concerns to Home Visitors in relation to Gangs
• Drugs In Wisconsin
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Slide 10
• Other Drug Concerns-Meth Labs
• Common Paraphernalia
• Some Common Meth Ingredients
• Red Flags Related to Meth Labs
• Do not enter home with evidence of meth lab materials or chemicals on property
• Exposure Signs
• Signs of CrackCocaine Use
• PhysicalEmotional Signs of Crack Use
• Use a Buddy System (from Headstart)
• Be prepared
• Donrsquot enter the home when
• Useful Items to have Available
• Firearms
• Be Smart Be Safe You are the key to your own personal safety