Bedroom
Safety hazards in the bedroom are related to falling from the bed, tripping in the dark, and fire risks. The bedroom floors should not be cluttered with items that could cause tripping hazards or extension cords, nor should there be rugs that pose a slipping risk.
A safe bed for the elderly and children
To improve safety in the bedroom, an appropriately placed bed of a suitable size is essential. For an older person’s home, a bed with rails and sufficient height can be purchased to make it easier to get out of bed.
In families with children, the bed must be positioned so that the child is not at risk of falling if the child sleeps in the same bed with their parents. If you buy a used bed for your child, you should buy a new mattress. Lower the bottom of the cot when the child starts practicing standing up. Children also benefit from beds with rails as they reduce the risk of falling out of bed.
The child’s bed should not have any sharp corners. The items kept in the bed must not pose a risk of suffocation or strangulation. A child’s bed should not be placed next to a window. Curtains and blinds can be dangerous for children, especially the cords, which pose a strangulation hazard.
Fire-safe bedroom
Flammable textiles and hot light bulbs increase the risk of accidents at home. Take the sturdiness of the mount and the hotness of the lamp into account when selecting nightstand lights. LED lights are low voltage and do not heat up much.
Moving about at night is safer when you use a night light.
Smoking in bed must be avoided. If candles are burned in the bedroom, they must be supervised and put out before going to bed. Candles should only be burned on non-combustible surfaces. There should be no textiles, such as curtains, above or near candles. There should be a smoke detector on the ceiling of the bedroom, and it must be tested regularly. Safety in the bedroom can also be improved by keeping the room clean and in order so that it is not possible to trip on objects or electric wires. Safety when moving at night can be improved with the help of a nightlight.
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Fire Safety
Fires often start from unattended cooking, careless smoking, or children playing with matches. Fires can be prevented by being careful and by supervising flames and electrical appliances while they are in use.
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Safety Checklists
Home, cabin, and child safety can be improved with small changes. Using safety checklists, you can assess how safe your environment is. You can also share the results of the tests on social media.
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