Fall Prevention Check List To Elimiate Obstacles & Prevent Falls
January 15, 2016
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Use This Falls Checklist to help eliminate obstacles that can cause falls.
- Remove obstacles
- Clear path to restroom, kitchen & bedroom
- No clutter
- Secure Cords
- Keep Objects off steps
- Fix uneven surfaces
- Light Stairway
- Switches on both sides of rooms/ stairs/ hallways
- Firmly attach carpet to stairs
- Install Grab bars
- Non slip mats
- No throw rugs