A large number of
accidents occur at home because we over look small and
simple details while building and decorating homes.
Here are a few suggestions to make your home more
secure and injury free.
Safe Carpets:
Use proper lighting during the day and night.
Use low pile, wall-to-wall carpets.
Rugs are attached to the floor to prevent
tripping.
Hard surfaces should be slip-resistant
Nonskid wax is used if floor is waxed.
Secure Stairs and steps:
Ensure all steps are of the same size.
Landings and stairs should be well light from
top to bottom.
Stairs should be clutter free.
If it has a carpet it should be fixed to all
the steps on the stairs.
Carpet is in good condition if it has tears
then a person can trip and fall.
Stairs have should have railings on both
sides.
Safe Doors:
Should be properly installed to prevent it
from falling on pulling.
Door opens away from other doors.
Wall or hinge mounted doorstops are attached
to flexible doors.
Screen doors do not close too quickly and
allow people to enter safely.
Window Safety:
Windows should open easily.
Screens should be fixed securely but should
be removable.
Projecting windows open away from the garden.
Safe Bathtubs and Showers:
Bathrooms should be well light.
Clearly install the water temperature
controls.
The room should have a non-slip floor or use
non-slip mats.
Shower and tub should have at least on hand
grab bar.
Secure Toilets:
Use non-slip flooring.
Use hand grab bars near toilet.
Safety Measures for Balconies and Porches:
Porch floorboards should be well fitted.
Railings should be strong.
Worn out railings and posts should be
replaced.
Step leading to the porch should be in good
condition and should have railings on either side.
Follow these suggestions to make your home less
injury prone.
