I am kind of new to the boards and all of this, so I started thinking about how much Providers are at risk for their health as well as getting physically hurt. I read a post recently about a provider attacked by a client who used counterfeit money.
Do you think maybe instead of the 2 call system, Providers should all add more of a safety mechanism.
#1 - Always always have a friend (fellow provider, civie, family, anyone) always know the exact time and location of an outcall or even incall. Let them know the client's information that you hopefully verified. This way if something happens to you, your friend will know the information about the last person you were with. This would help protect your safety as a provider. Tell them you will call them for 2 seconds at a specific time once appointment is over. If you don't, they should call you or come to find you if you don't answer the phone.
#2 - Why don't providers meet the guy outside somewhere first. Just to make sure he isn't some junky with track marks on his arm, open sores all over him, or just a smelly unwashed beast.
If the provider meets the client outdoors and sees he is not what they want, the provider could make up a lie of why she must cancel.
BUT if you try to cancel once you are in the room with the guy, it could get ugly with some sickos out there.
Just some thoughts on the matter. I do care about the safety of each and everyone one of you, please it is a crazy world in which we live. Sometimes verification isn't enough. A few easy steps might also help.
Stay safe all!