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Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls

■ Make sure that stairways and hallways are well lit. ■ Clean up spills promptly.

■ Make sure that stairways and hallways are free of ■ Place a mat with a suction base of the bottom of
clutter. the tub if the tub does not have built-in nonslip
strips.
■ Equip stairways with handrails, and use nonslip
treads or securely fastened rugs. ■ If a member of your household has impaired
mobility, install handrails in the bathtub or shower
■ Secure rugs to the floor with double-sided tape. and beside the toilet.

■ Ensure that cords for lamps and other items are
not placed where someone can trip over them.

Preventing Burns and Fires

■ Set the water heater at a temperature of 120° F ■ Do not wear loose clothing when cooking.
or less to prevent scalding. If your household
contains children or older adults, the water ■ When you are using the stove, use the back
temperature should be lower, between 100° F burners and turn pot and pan handles toward
and 115° F. the back of the stove so that they are out of the
reach of children.
■ Keep flammable items, such as curtains, away
from heat sources, such as space heaters. ■ Do not use extension cords or overload outlets.

Preventing Firearm Accidents

■ Keep firearms in the home unloaded in a ■ Obtain the knowledge and skills you need to
locked place, out of the reach of children. Store handle firearms safely.
ammunition separately in a locked location.

Safety at Work

At work, participate in any workplace safety
programs your employer offers. Make sure you
know:
■ Your place of employment’s emergency
action plan and fire evacuation
procedures.

■ How to activate your emergency response
team and how to call 9-1-1 or the
designated emergency number.

■ The location of the nearest fire © 2011, 2016 The American National Red Cross. All rights reserved. © 2011, 2016 The American National Red Cross. All rights reserved.
extinguisher, automated external
defibrillator (AED) and first aid kit.

■ How to use recommended safety
equipment and how to follow safety
procedures if you work in an environment
where hazards exist.

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