Adapt your home

Article Abstract:

There are a number of ways in which a home can be adapted to make it more comfortable, especially for the elderly or the disabled. Aspects which need to be taken into account include lighting, getting in and out of the house, getting around the house and ease of use of the bathroom and toilet. Many pieces of equipment can be obtained at relatively little expense, and in some cases are available free to people in particular need.

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Safety in the home

Article Abstract:

In 1989, more than 3 million injuries requiring medical attention occured at home. Slips and falls are the most common accidents to occur in the garage, garden and living areas, followed by cuts and wounds. In the kitchen, cuts and wounds happen most, followed by burns and scalds, and finally slips and falls. Safety check lists are included for each area, together with a focus on child safety devices.

Safety and security measures, Housing, Dwellings, Accidents

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Safe as houses

Article Abstract:

Advice on making the home safe for children is presented. The main areas where accidents occur are stairs, the kitchen, the living room and the bathroom.

Product information, Safety equipment and supplies industry, Safety equipment industry

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