Never accept a drink from a stranger that you haven’t seen poured yourself.

Keep an eye on your drink as well. And learn a martial art.

Always insist on a condom!!!!

My father always told me "'if condoms worked you wouldn't be here." But seriously: Watch for inconsistent behavior and l the bondage grip, where someone grabs your wrist in a way that throws you off balance. Don't give out to much information about yourself in the first six dates. Always carry your cell phone with an ICE number, Let your BF know when you are going on a first date and have them call you - just in case you want to ditch him. And even if you think he's a keeper call your BF when you go to the ladies room and let her know where you are.

Let a few other people know where you're going to be and the name of the guy you're gonna be with.

I always get a friend to ring me 30 minutes in,positive answers mean everythings cool,negative ones are 'help me get the hell away'.I let any date know that this will happen and that the friend has their details (if they're genuine they won't mind). I also say to the friend that I will call at X time and if they can't then reach me to call the police. Always think safety,if you feel uneasy get staff to call you a cab or make your excuses and go.It could save your life.