⚠️Consumer Alert ⚠️Scammers have been tricking older adults into sending gold bars or cash by posing as a relative or the government. Stay informed: fallriverreporter.com/fbi-boston-war… #ConsumerProtection #GrandparentScams

For College Savings Month, we are spotlighting our Division of Banks Interns to get some advice on saving money early. Spencer highlights how compound interest helps your money grow! #DivisionOfBanks #CollegeSavingsMonth #Intern

⚠️Consumer Alert ⚠️Criminals have been using credit card skimmers to commit Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) fraud. When using your EBT or other charge card be aware of suspicious looking card readers! Read more: bostonglobe.com/2025/09/26/met… #ConsumerAlert #CreditCardSkimming

Cybercrime cost MA $300M in 2024. Here’s how we respond. The MassCyberCenter developed a minimum baseline to provide clear, actionable guidance to help small businesses, nonprofits & municipalities in MA combat attacks, Learn more: masscybercenter.org #CybersecurityMonth

Join our events and outreach manager, Robin Putnam, for these upcoming October consumer protection events! Registration information is available at mass.gov/orgs/office-of…. We hope to see you there!

For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, join Deputy Undersecretary David Martin of OCABR and Director John Petrozzelli of MassCyberCenter on October 14 at 1 PM for a webinar on online safety! To register: masscybercenter.org/node/21916 #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #OnlineSafety

Today, Brie and Michele from our comms team went to the @Topsfieldfair with the Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL) to see how rides were checked for safety! Here they are with DOL Commissioner Wilkinson. #DivisionOfOccupationalLicensure #RideInspections #TopsfieldFair

On Monday, the DOB attended MassCyberCenter’s Cybersecurity Forum at the State House to discuss this year’s theme of “Cybersecurity is Economic Security.” Check out the 2025 MA Cybersecurity Month calendar for more events this month! #CybersecurityAwareness #CybersecurityMonth

This week is National Fire Prevention Week! The Division of Occupational Licensure‘s Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS) works to ensure that buildings follow fire safety code. #NationalFirePreventionWeek #DivisionOfOccupationalLicensure

The Division of Occupational Licensure’s Elevator Division works with local fire departments to ensure that elevators are safe to use. When a building fire alarm system is updated, an inspector checks that all equipment works. #NationalFirePreventionWeek #ElevatorDivision

Our events and outreach manager Robin Putnam went to the Albert Harris Senior Center in Pepperell for their annual health fair! Check out our future events here: mass.gov/orgs/office-of… #ConsumerProtection #ConsumerSafety

Do you know how things like elevators or amusement rides are inspected or fixed? Our new series, “How it Works for You” gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how our agencies ensure the accuracy and safety of devices you use every day. Stay tuned for upcoming videos!

The Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL) oversees the rules, regulation, training and licensing of Sprinkler Fitters who are responsible for installing fire suppression systems around MA! #NationalFirePreventionWeek #SprinklerFitters

Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL) Commissioner Sarah Wilkinson, Chief of State Building & Engineering Inspectors Ross Seavey visited the Topsfield Fair to inspect the amusement devices to make sure you have fun while staying safe. 🎡 #HowItWorksForYou #TopsfieldFair

Department of Telecommunications and Cable Commissioner Karen Charles joined Charter Spectrum at an event on Tuesday to celebrate the $50 million investment in Massachusetts. #DepartmentOfTelecommunicationsAndCable #DigitalAccess

October is Cybersecurity Month in MA. Cyber threats don’t just target technology; they impact our lives, industries & the future of our economy. Learn more: masscybercenter.org Governor Maura Healey #Cybersecurity #MassCyberCenter

Join us on October 16 at 12 PM! Learn about the dangers of scamming and how to be aware of criminals who commit fraud. Register for the event by calling (617) 426 – 9492 or emailing [email protected].

Join us and @mass_tech’s MassCyberCenter for a Cybersecurity 101 Webinar at 1 PM today. Learn about common online threats and how to protect your professional and personal data! Register at masscybercenter.org/node/21916

Don’t get tricked by “eerie-sistable” deals this Halloween season! Read about popular and seasonal spooky scams and keep yourself safe: mass.gov/news/trick-or-… #HalloweenScams #ConsumerProtection

Yesterday, Events and Outreach Manager Robin Putnam participated on a community forums panel hosted by AACA. Phone, online, and in-person scams were discussed. Scams are on the rise, keep yourself and your information protected. #ConsumerProtection #FraudPrevention