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APPENDIX A: JOB AIDS<br />

Job Aid 3.1<br />

Templates for Written <strong>Communication</strong>s (Continued)<br />

Sample Public Service Announcement:<br />

BEWARE OF FRAUD<br />

Every disaster has its share of con artists trying to take advantage of disaster victims, so<br />

be careful who you let into your home. If your house was damaged in the (disaster) and<br />

someone appears at your door claiming to be a (type of disaster) official, ask for identification.<br />

Depending on your needs, inspectors from one or more agencies may visit your home<br />

after you have registered for disaster assistance. These inspectors will be able to show you<br />

official ID to prove their identity. Never let anyone inspect your home without first asking for<br />

identification.<br />

If you want to verify someone’s identity, call the Disaster Information Helpline at 1-800-<br />

525-0321 (TDD: 1-800-660-8005 for hearing and speech impaired), (hours of operation), (days<br />

of operation).<br />

Some people may show up at your door and insist that you make expensive or<br />

unnecessary repairs. Others may offer to process your disaster application for a fee.<br />

Remember, disaster inspectors do not recommend repairs and NEVER charge a fee for any<br />

inspection of your home.<br />

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<strong>Effective</strong> <strong>Communication</strong> Page A.3

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