Prevent Falls in Your Home

Prevent Falls in Your Home

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Fall-proof your home

Half of all falls occur in the home or around the home. Trip hazards are everywhere, but we either don’t recognise them, or think of them as trivial and don’t bother fixing them. Here are some things you can do.¹

AREA OF YOUR HOME	WHAT CAN I DO?
Around the house	Place items you use most often within easy reach
Floors	Remove objects you could trip over such as throw rugs, electrical cords and general clutter — Create clear walking paths by moving furniture out of the way (ask someone to help with this)
Bathrooms	Place non-slip mats in wet areas like the shower, bath and toilet — Install handrails in areas where you may need extra help moving in and out of the space — Consider a chair in the shower for extra stability
Kitchen	Use non-slip mats near the stove and the kitchen sink — Clean up spills as soon as they happen — Keep every day items, like tea cups, within easy reach
Stairs	Check that stairwells are well lit, it’s a good idea to have light switches at both the top and bottom of the stairs — Install sturdy handrails on both sides
Bedroom	Put a night light between your bedroom and bathroom so you can safely move during the night

Reduce hazards in your home; this is how you can prevent falls and fractures

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