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Following are the children's safety programs offered by the West Jordan Police Crime Prevention Unit:
Free Gun Locks
The Police Department has free gun locks available. Stop by the West Jordan Justice Center 8040 S. Redwood Rd., to pick one up or call Christie Jacobs at 801-256-2032 or Aaron Serr at 801-256-2033.
| McGruff House | | Bicycle Safety
Bicycle Licensing
Child Safety | Kids in Charge
Seat Belt Safety
Boy Scout Merit Badges |
McGruff House
A McGruff House is a temporary haven for children who find themselves in emergency or frightening situations such  as being bullied, followed, or hurt while walking in a neighborhood. A McGruff House provides a source of urgent aid. It is not an escort service or a guarantee of safety but rather a place for appropriate short-term adult assistance. An effective McGruff House program demonstrates that the community accepts a shared responsibility to watch out and help out on behalf of all its children. West Jordan currently has seven out of its 13 elementary schools participating in this program. If you are interested in becoming a McGruff House volunteer contact your school's PTA president or the West Jordan Crime Prevention Unit.
Bicycle Safety
Crime prevention specialists and bicycle patrol officers teach bicycle safety with a full-scale bicycle course designed to teach kids to ride safely and to always wear a helmet.
Bicycle Licensing
Bicycle licensing is a key component in being able to return a lost or stolen bike to its rightful owner. Licensing your bike is a free service provided to West Jordan residents.
Child Safety
Buddy Blue – Buddy Blue encourages children to use the buddy system to be safe. The following concepts are taught: - Walk in Groups – Stick with a buddy
- Check First – Always get permission
- Recognize that "Uh-Oh" feeling – Listen to your feelings
- Say No! – Be strong and firm
- Go – Get away from the person or activity that gives you the "Uh-Oh" feeling
- Tell – Tell an adult you trust
 Our stranger safety program can be tailored to appeal to children of all ages.
Kids in Charge
Kids in Charge is a home alone safety program for children ages 8 to 13. Crime prevention specialists, police officers, and firefighters teach kids the basics of being safe at home. Although we do not advocate that children be left at home alone, the reality is that many are from time to time. Families are encouraged to talk about rules and consequences in their home and to develop phone lists of responsible people who can be contacted for help including emergency numbers.
Seatbelt Safety
We teach seatbelt safety and correct usage of child safety seats.
Boy Scout Merit Badges
We would be happy to set up a training meeting with your scout group to help pass off the Fingerprinting or Crime Prevention merit badges. These meetings can be scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Along with merit badges, the Crime Prevention Unit also provides tours of the police department. To arrange for assistance with merit badges or to schedule a tour, please contact the Crime Prevention Unit at the information provided below.
If you are interested in arranging a presentation, training or any of the other services listed please contact the Crime Prevention Unit.
West Jordan Police Crime Prevention Specialists:
Christie Jacobs
801-256-2032
Aaron Serr
801-256-2033
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