Postal Bulletin 22225 > NATIONAL CONSUMER PROTECTION WEEK March 2–8, 2008
NATIONAL CONSUMER PROTECTION WEEK March 2–8, 2008
Introduction/Overview
What is National Consumer Protection Week?
NCPW 2008 Theme
USPS 2008 NCPW Theme
Priority Project
Postmasters and Facility Managers
District Consumer Affairs Managers
Public Affairs and Communications
Overview of USPS 2008 NCPW Theme “Don’t Fall for a Fake Check Scam”
Suggested Talking Points
USPS
Typical Types of Fake Check Schemes
Foreign Business Offers
Sudden Riches
Work-at-Home Schemes
Love Losses
Overpayments
Rental Schemes
Talking Points for Common Defenses
Suggested Activities
Event Planning Checklist
Suggested Event Flow/Timed Agenda
“Don’t Fall for a Fake Check Scam” Speech
National Consumer Protection Week Downloadable Posters
Speech Segments To Be Used at Events
Opening/Welcoming Remarks (Alternative 1)
Event Opening Remarks (Alternative 2)
Event Opening Remarks (Alternative 3)
Remarks for the Postal Service Representative (Alternative 1)
Remarks for the Postal Service Representative (Alternative 2)
Remarks to Close the Event (Alternative 1)
Remarks to Close the Event (Alternative 2)
Suggested Talking Points for Lobby Events
Suggested Talking Points for Events at the Post Office
The Facts About Fake Check Scams
Web Sites Offering Information and Resources on Fraud
Postal Service Brochure Ordering Information
Proclamation: NCPW 2008
Congressional State/Manager/Representative Listing
Area Public Affairs and Communications Contacts
Postal Inspection Service Contacts
Area Consumer Affairs Managers and Customer Service Program Specialist Contacts