1/2
ounce pepper sprays, Pepper Pens,
Pepper
Pager, Tri-Pack
Pepper Spray Information
Pepper
spray (also known as OC spray from "Oleoresin
Capsicum", OC gas, or capsicum spray) is a lachrymatory agent (a
chemical compound that irritates the eyes to cause tears, pain, and
even temporary blindness) that is used in riot control, crowd control
and personal self-defense, including defense against dogs. The active
ingredient in pepper spray is capsaicin, which is a chemical derived
from the fruit of plants in the Capsicum genus, including chillis.
The
HPLC (High Pressure Liquid Chromatography) method is used to measure
the amount of capsaicin within pepper sprays. Scoville Heat Unit (SHU)
testing is also used to measure the hotness of pepper spray, but this
is a subjective test which changes from person to person and does not
measure the actual chemical percentage within the product.
Pepper
spray typically comes in canisters, which are
often small enough to be carried or concealed in a pocket or purse.
Pepper spray can also be bought concealed in items such as rings.
Pepper spray is an inflammatory agent, not an irritant like Mace. It
causes immediate closing of the eyes and coughing. The length of the
effects depend on the strength of the spray but the average full effect
lasts around thirty to forty-five minutes, with mitigated effects
lasting for hours.
Criminals
Work Vacation Rest Stop
Traveling
is an inescapable part of American life. We all enjoy the thought of
seeing something we have not seen before. The open road gives us the
freedom we desire, but we must also prepare for our own safety.
Trudy and Winston were a retired couple who loved to travel. They
traveled many places including overseas. The type of travel they liked
most was the open road right here in the good old United States of
America. They owned a sports utility vehicle and loaded it up for the
new destination.
They saw the sights and made stops along the way to rest. They
frequently stopped at the roadside rest stops where they used the
facilities and got information on the area. One week they were on a
trip to Florida. It was about an 800 mile drive with plenty of rest
stops in between.
About 200 miles into the trip they decided to stop and get some rest.
They pulled into a rest stop alone, on a secluded highway. There were
other people there, so they felt pretty comfortable. A wooded area
surrounded the rest stop, which was not out of the ordinary for that
part of the country.
They parked the vehicle got out and made sure it was locked. Trudy had
to use the restroom and asked the attendant where it was. She said its
on the backside of the building. Be careful there are some strange bugs
back there said the attendant. Trudy hated bugs and was not sure if she
wanted to use it. Mother nature told her she better go before they got
back on the road.
She went into the restroom, and as she was coming out a man knocked her
down, snatched a pearl necklace off her neck, and ran into the woods.
It took her a moment to regain composure. By that time Winston was
coming around the corner looking for her. He found her, as she was
rising from the ground. She told him what happen he was furious, but
thankful that it was not worst. They reported the incident but did not
let it spoil their trip.
Roadside rest stops are there for our convenience. They save us the
trouble of overextending when we need a break from driving. There have
been many crimes committed at some of these stops. They include rape,
robbery, and even murder. It is in your best interest to plan your trip
and make your stay at road stops as brief as possible. Be aware of your
surroundings at rest stops.
If the facilities are too risky, go to the next small town and rest
there. If you do use the restroom have someone stand outside and wait
for you to come out. When you leave your vehicle make sure it is
locked. Put all important packages in your trunk. Never allow kids or
pets to roam free at rest stops. They might cause a distraction, which
can take your attention away from other areas. The break you take at a
rest stop can be safe with a little precaution.
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