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GENERAL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Make
sure that there are working smoke detectors on every floor.
- Find
a phone with large number pads and large speed-dial keys that
can be programmed with important numbers.
- Post
emergency phone numbers in large print on or near the telephone.
- Supply
telephone with direct dialing system for emergency/important numbers.
- Hide
house key outside or give to neighbor for emergencies.
- Put
automatic door closing devices on doors to outside and alarms
when needed.
- Notify
local police department that if your family member is memory impaired.
- Be
certain that there is adequate lighting throughout the house and
install nightlights.
- Check
that all electrical cords are free of frays. Put childproof plugs
in outlets.
- Be
certain that no outlets or switches are unusually warm or hot
to touch.
- Reduce
clutter; Remove furniture that is hazardous and may move when
leaned on.
- Put
reflector tape on furniture corners, hallways, bedrooms to create
a path to follow at night.
- Avoid
polished floors that may be slippery and remove all non skid resistant
rugs and runners.
- Put
opaque tape on glass door and picture windows
- Remove
or lock up sharp objects/breakable ones and remove all firearms
from home.
- Keep
electric fans out of reach. Cover radiators with radiator guards.
- Supervise
or restrict smoking, use safety ashtrays and keep matches/lighters
out of reach.
- Use
flame-retardant mattresses, pillows, and sheets and plan procedure
for fire evacuation.
- Store
all prescription and over the counter medications safely away
and clearly labeled.
- Lock
up cleaning supplies, chemicals and poisons and install a carbon
monoxide detector.
- Lock
up valuables, important papers and documents and have system for
safe mail retrieval.
- Be
certain plumbing and utilities are working.
- Remove
poisonous houseplants and have first aid kit easily accessible.
- Take
away car keys when necessary and disarm/hide controls for automatic
garage doors.
- Inform
neighbors of any safety features in home that may restrict entry.
Entrance
- Ensure
walkway is uncluttered and doorway accessible.
- Provide
safe entry into the house or apartment with secure railing present.
- Provide
viewing of visitors prior to entry when possible.
- Secure
doors to outside with double key locks, or high or low locks.
Living
Area
- Furnish
with chairs/sofas that can safely get up/down.
- Adapt
seating with additional firm cushions to raise seat.
- Provide
auto raising lift chair to assist getting up when necessary.
- Be
certain safe opening/closing of windows or key locked windows
installed.
- Ascertain
ability to operate the television and light switches.
- Keep
cords out from under carpeting and furniture and clear of walkways.
Kitchen
- Maintain
appliances in working order.
- Ascertain
ability to manipulate sink faucets with hot water temperature
settings reduced.
- Make
sure electrical cords aren't dangling near water.
- Ascertain
ability to open/close refrigerator/freezer/stove door/ and cabinets.
- Ascertain
ability to reach dishes, pots, utensils, and outlets.
- Store
sharp objects are safely away. · Keep flammables away from the
stove area.
- Remove
small non-food items that could be swallowed.
- Cover
stove burners, remove knobs/shut-off valves/ and install auto-pilots
when needed.
- Unplug
or put away kitchen appliances not in use.
- Disconnect
or camouflage garbage disposals.
Bedroom
- Locate
bedroom near bathroom or furnish bedside commode.
- Use
night-lights to provide nighttime orientation.
- Ensure
safe transfer in/out bed and remove bed frame if bed is too high.
- Rent
or purchase a hospital bed if needed.
- Supply
bumpers or padding to surround bed if needed.
- Install
reverse locks on doors when needed.
- Use
monitor to listen to activity especially at night.
- Remove
carpeting if incontinence becomes a problem
- Install
room darkening blinds or shades when needed.
- Be
certain that phone and light is accessible from bed.
- Be
certain that clothes in the closet/dresser are reachable.
Bathroom
- Install
grab rails in tub or shower.
- Provide
a tub bench or tub chair for sitting in tub.
- Install
hand held shower nozzle.
- Remove
any scatter rugs and furnish bath mat and non-skid strips in tub.
- Replace
glass shower doors with unbreakable plastic.
- Install
grab bars, safety frame, and/or raised seat on or near toilet
- Lock
up razor blades, sharp objects, and store away electrical devices.
- Be
certain that light switches, outlets and toilet paper are accessible.
Stairways
- Widen
treads or shorten risers.
- Replace
outdoor stairs with ramps.
- Install
sturdy handrail or grab rails along both sides of stairs.
- Put
reflector tape on edge of treads.
- Install
barriers or gates at stairs if needed.
- Provide
adequate lighting and ensure steps are free of clutter.
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