Going on holiday should be exciting, but leaving your home unattended without taking basic precautions can create unnecessary risks. The latest Ajman Police home safety tips encourage residents to prepare their properties carefully before travelling, particularly during the busy summer holiday season.
As part of its wider public-safety efforts, Ajman Police has been promoting preventive measures designed to protect residents and property. Its 2026 summer campaigns have focused on safety awareness and responsible behaviour during the travel season.
The advice is straightforward: secure your doors and windows, disconnect unnecessary electrical appliances, avoid publicly announcing that your home is empty and make sure someone trustworthy can keep an eye on the property.
A few minutes spent checking your home before leaving can help prevent avoidable problems while you are away.
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Ajman Police Home Safety Tips Every Traveller Should Follow
Travelling often involves a long checklist: passports, tickets, luggage, accommodation, airport transfers and travel documents. Home security can easily become an afterthought.
However, leaving a property unattended for several days or weeks requires the same kind of preparation as planning the journey itself.
The following precautions can help residents reduce risks before heading to the airport.
1. Lock Every Door and Window Before Leaving
The first and most important step is to make sure every entry point is properly secured.
Before leaving, check the main entrance, balcony doors, bedroom windows, kitchen windows and any other accessible openings. It is easy to assume that everything is locked simply because you followed the normal routine, but a final inspection can prevent mistakes.
If your property has more than one entrance, check each one individually.
Residents should also avoid leaving spare keys in obvious locations such as under doormats, inside flowerpots or near the doorway.
A secure lock is one of the simplest barriers between your home and an unwanted visitor.
If you have a smart-lock system, check that it is functioning correctly before travelling. Make sure batteries are charged and that you understand how to receive security alerts remotely.
2. Unplug Unnecessary Electrical Appliances
Another key part of the Ajman Police home safety tips is reducing electrical risks while nobody is inside the property.
Before leaving, unplug electrical devices that do not need to remain switched on.
This can include:
- Coffee machines
- Televisions
- Chargers
- Gaming consoles
- Kitchen appliances
- Small electrical equipment
- Extension boards
- Decorative lighting
Some household systems, such as refrigerators, security cameras or essential medical equipment, may need continuous power. These should not be disconnected unless you know they can safely be switched off.
The goal is not to turn off everything in your home. Instead, remove unnecessary electrical connections that could potentially contribute to overheating, faults or other problems.
Ajman Police’s broader summer safety messaging also emphasizes preventive behaviour to protect people and property.
3. Do Not Announce Your Holiday on Social Media
One of the easiest mistakes travellers can make is publicly announcing that their home will be empty.
Posting a photograph of your boarding pass with the caption “See you in two weeks!” may seem harmless, but public posts can reveal valuable information about your absence.
Similarly, avoid posting:
- Exact travel dates
- Flight details
- Hotel check-in dates
- Your home location
- Photos showing that nobody is at home
- Real-time airport updates
- Information about how long you will be away
You can still share your holiday experience. Consider posting photographs after returning home rather than providing real-time information about your movements.
Reviewing privacy settings on social media accounts is also useful. Even if your account is private, information can sometimes reach a wider audience through screenshots, shared posts or tagged content.
4. Ask Someone You Trust to Check Your Home
If you are travelling for an extended period, consider asking a trusted family member, friend or neighbour to check your property.
They can look for obvious problems such as:
- Water leaks
- Electrical issues
- Unexpected deliveries
- Damage around doors or windows
- Unusual activity
- Problems with air-conditioning
- Mail or parcels accumulating
Regular visits can also make it less obvious that the property is unoccupied.
If someone is looking after your home, provide only the information they actually need. Keep important documents, financial information and sensitive items secure.
A trusted person can also contact you quickly if something unexpected happens.
5. Secure Valuables Before Travelling
Leaving valuable belongings in obvious places can create unnecessary risks.
Before your trip, avoid keeping large amounts of cash, expensive jewellery or important documents in easily accessible locations.
Where possible, store valuable items securely.
Important documents such as passports, property papers and financial records should also be kept in a protected location.
If you have expensive electronics, avoid leaving them clearly visible through windows. Closing curtains or blinds can prevent outsiders from easily seeing what is inside.
The objective is simple: reduce opportunities for unwanted attention.
6. Check Water, Gas and Air-Conditioning Systems
Electrical safety is not the only concern before travelling.
Homeowners and tenants should also check systems that could create problems while the property is empty.
Depending on the property, this may include:
- Water supply
- Gas connections
- Air-conditioning
- Water heaters
- Washing machines
- Dishwashers
- Irrigation systems
If a particular appliance or system does not need to operate while you are away, consider switching it off according to the manufacturer’s safety instructions.
Do not interfere with systems that require professional handling. If you are unsure whether a gas, electrical or water connection should be turned off, consult a qualified professional.
7. Make Sure Your Security Systems Are Working
Security cameras, alarms and smart-home devices can provide additional protection while you are travelling.
Before leaving, test your equipment rather than assuming that it is working.
Check:
- Camera connectivity
- Alarm batteries
- Internet connection
- Door sensors
- Motion detectors
- Mobile notifications
- Backup power systems
If your security system sends alerts to your phone, test the notification function before leaving.
Residents should also avoid sharing security-camera access with people who do not need it.
Technology can support home security, but it works best when combined with basic physical precautions.
8. Avoid Creating Signs That Your Home Is Empty
A completely dark home for several weeks can sometimes appear unoccupied.
If appropriate, use timers or smart lighting to create normal-looking activity during evening hours.
However, avoid leaving lights on continuously for the entire trip. That can also look unusual and unnecessarily increase electricity consumption.
You can also ask a neighbour to collect letters, newspapers or packages.
An overflowing mailbox or packages left outside the entrance can make it obvious that nobody has been home for an extended period.
Small details can make a meaningful difference.
9. Do a Final Safety Walk Before Going to the Airport
The final inspection should happen shortly before leaving.
Instead of rushing through the door while thinking about your flight, take a few minutes to walk through every room.
Check:
Kitchen:
Make sure unnecessary appliances are switched off and unplugged.
Bedrooms:
Check windows and balcony doors.
Living room:
Disconnect unnecessary electronics.
Bathrooms:
Check for running taps or leaks.
Main entrance:
Confirm the door is properly locked.
Windows:
Check that accessible windows are closed and secured.
Security system:
Make sure alarms and cameras are operating.
Social media:
Avoid posting details that reveal your absence.
This simple final walkthrough can provide peace of mind before starting your journey.
Why Home Security Matters During the Holiday Season
Travel periods can mean that more homes remain empty for longer periods.
Families may travel internationally for holidays, visit relatives or spend several weeks away from their normal residences.
That makes preparation particularly important.
Ajman Police has repeatedly used summer awareness campaigns to encourage residents to adopt preventive safety behaviour. Its 2026 initiatives have included public-awareness activities focused on protecting people and property and encouraging safer behaviour during the summer season.
The principle behind these campaigns is simple: prevention is easier than dealing with the consequences of an avoidable incident.
Keep Travel Information Private
Modern travel has become closely connected with social media.
People frequently share airport photographs, boarding passes, hotel rooms and destination updates.
While these posts can be fun, travellers should think carefully about how much information they reveal.
A photograph of a boarding pass may contain more information than expected. Similarly, a live location post can tell strangers exactly where someone is and potentially indicate that their home is unattended.
A safer approach is to share memorable moments after returning.
This does not mean avoiding social media completely. It simply means controlling the timing and amount of information shared.
Prepare Your Neighbours Before You Leave
Good relationships with neighbours can also contribute to a safer home.
If you know and trust a neighbour, consider informing them that you will be away. You do not need to provide detailed travel information.
Simply letting them know that the property will be unattended can allow them to alert you if they notice something unusual.
For example, they might notice:
- A damaged window
- Water coming from the property
- A package left outside
- An unexpected person at the door
- Unusual noise
- A security alarm
The neighbour does not need to become responsible for your home. They can simply act as an additional set of eyes.
Do Not Forget Your Vehicle
Travellers should also consider what happens to their vehicle while they are away.
If you leave a car at home, park it in a secure location where possible.
Remove valuable items from inside the vehicle and make sure doors and windows are locked.
Do not leave documents, electronics or other valuables visible through the windows.
If you are using an airport parking facility, photograph the vehicle’s location and keep the parking information somewhere secure.
For longer trips, check whether the vehicle needs any special preparation.
Travel Safely After Securing Your Home
Once your home is secured, attention can shift to the journey itself.
Travellers should also make sure their passports, visas, tickets and essential documents are ready.
If you are driving to the airport, check your vehicle before departure.
Ajman Police’s 2026 “Summer Without Accidents” campaign has also highlighted vehicle maintenance, road-safety awareness and checking tyres during the summer.
For travellers planning international trips, our Europe Budget Travel guide also provides practical advice for reducing travel costs while planning a longer holiday.
A Simple Pre-Travel Home Safety Checklist
Before leaving, save this checklist on your phone:
- Lock all doors.
- Secure all accessible windows.
- Close balcony doors.
- Unplug unnecessary electrical devices.
- Check water connections.
- Check appliances.
- Secure valuables.
- Test security cameras.
- Check alarm systems.
- Arrange mail collection.
- Ask a trusted person to check the property.
- Avoid announcing your absence online.
- Avoid posting real-time travel information.
- Check your vehicle.
- Complete one final walkthrough before leaving.
Following this list can make the departure process easier and reduce the chance of forgetting an important safety step.
What Ajman Police Wants Residents to Remember
The core message behind the Ajman Police home safety tips is prevention.
Residents do not need complicated security systems to take meaningful precautions. Basic habits such as locking doors, unplugging unnecessary appliances and protecting travel information can make a difference.
Ajman Police’s official website provides additional public-safety information and updates for residents. Ajman Police official website
The authority’s summer initiatives also demonstrate the wider emphasis on preventive safety awareness throughout the emirate.
For travellers, the most useful approach is to think about home security before the suitcase is packed.
Final Thoughts
A holiday should begin with excitement, not worry about what was left behind at home.
The latest Ajman Police home safety tips offer a simple reminder that a secure trip starts before you leave the front door.
Lock every entrance, unplug unnecessary devices, protect valuables, check your security systems and avoid sharing detailed travel plans publicly.
It is also worth asking a trusted person to keep an eye on the property if you are going away for an extended period.
These steps take only a small amount of time but can provide valuable peace of mind.
The best holiday surprise should be a memorable destination, a smooth journey and a safe return home — not an unexpected problem waiting at your front door.
