Date: 10-Febuary-2024

Assignment on Safety and Mobility

Name: Manisha Jamarkattel

Home Inspection:
1. Approximate age of the home: 22 Years
2. Style of the home: Two Story
3. Number of persons living in the home: 4 Persons
4. Ages of the persons living in the home: 6 yr, 30 yr, 25 yr, 33 yr
5. Number of working fire extinguishers present in the home: 2
6. Number of smoke detectors present in the home: 7
7. Number of working carbon monoxide detectors present in the home: 2
8. Electrical, gas, or hot water (registers) heating source: 1
9. Gas or electric stoves and ovens: 2
10.First aid kit in home: Yes
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Slippery Floor All Ages Mop for cleaning wet Install slip-resistant
floor. Non-slip flooring. Non-slip mats to
Kitchen footwear. be placed near the sink
area.

Use sharp knife to reduce

Knife Cuts or All ages Keeping knife away the risk of slips and cuts.
injuries from the reach of Keep knifes at proper
children. storage.

Chemical Hazards All ages Keep hazardous Label cleaning supplies

chemicals out of and store them separately
reach of children. away from food items.

Fire Hazards All ages Installed smoke Placement of the fire

detector. extinguisher within quick
reach. Notify all the
household about
placement of the fire
extinguisher.

Heavy Material and Adults and Already placed step Place heavy material on
hard to reach seniors ladder to reach the bottom and light
shelves shelves. materials at the top in the
shelves.
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Living Unstable Furnitures All ages Secured the furniture Refrain from placing hefty
to the wall to avoid objects on surfaces that
Room tripping. are not stable.

Electrical Hazards All ages Use of cord Install surge protectors,

organizer. voltage stabilizer,
Avoid overloading outlets.
Timely address and fix or
replace any damaged
cords or outlets.

Unsecured Toddlers Installed window Ensure that blind cords

Windows guards. are safely positioned
beyond reach, and
contemplate using
window treatments
without cords.

Sharp Objects All ages Apply corner guards to

blunt sharp edges,
particularly on coffee
tables and furniture within
children's reach.

Chemical Hazards All ages Keep hazardous Keep cleaning supplies in

chemicals out of securely locked cabinets,
reach of children. opt for non-toxic plants,
and store harmful
substances where children
cannot reach them.
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Bedroom-1 Tripping All ages Placement of non- Secure rugs, keep the
slip pads. floor clear of clutter.

Entanglement All ages Avoid using loose bedding

Hazards (Loose in cribs and ensure that
bedding or curtains bedding is securely
can pose a risk of fastened to prevent
entanglement) entanglement hazards.

Small objects (pins, Children Store the small objects in

paper button, etc) their shelves to avoid
on the floor children choking from
them.

Sharp Objects All ages Apply corner guards to

blunt sharp edges,
particularly on coffee
tables and furniture within
children's reach.

Medicinal objects Toddlers, Keep them in a Keep medications in a

Babies medicine box. secure, locked cabinet,
especially if there are
children in the household.
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Bedroom-2 Lighting All ages Ensured proper Use of nightlights for

lighting nighttime navigation.

Bed Height Children, Choose appropriate bed

toddlers height, use bed rails if
needed, especially for
individuals with mobility
issues.

Storage hazard All ages Secure overhead storage

units properly and avoid
overloading them.

Electrical Hazards All ages Use of cord Install surge protectors,

organizer. voltage stabilizer,
Avoid overloading outlets.
Timely address and fix or
replace any damaged
cords or outlets.
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Bathroom
Ventilation All ages Already presence of a Installation of a proper
window. exhaust fans to promote
air circulation and reduce
humidity.

Hot water burns All ages Lowering the water Installation of anti-scald
temperature to devices on faucets and
prevent burns. showerheads.

Slippery floor All ages Non-slip mats placed. Addition of grab bars near
the bathtub or shower.

Bathroom Cabinets All ages Storage of items Secure the cabinets

inside the cabinets. properly, and avoid
overloading them. Store
heavy items on the lower
shelves.

Electrical Hazard All ages Keeping away Ensure that the water
electrical equipment pipes are not near the
away from wet electrical wire or outlets.
surface. Install ground fault circuit
interrupters.
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Laundry Water Leaks All ages Use a drip pan under the
washing machine if
Room applicable. Regularly
check for and repair leaks.

Detergent and Children Keep detergent in a Store chemicals in locked

Chemical Storage storage. cabinets or on high
shelves out of each of
children.

Lint Buildup All ages Cleaning of the lint Regularly inspect and
trap after every use. clean the dryer vent to
prevent fire hazards.

Hot Surfaces All ages Wait for appliances to

cool before handling them
and ensure flammable
items are kept at a safe
distance from hot
surfaces.

Heavy Appliance All ages Ensure that washing

Hazards machines and dryers are
adequately balanced and
securely fastened to
prevent tipping.
Room/Area Hazard(s) Target age Safety measures Suggested changes to
affected already in place improve safety

Garage Garage Layout and Adults Arrange items in a logical

Organization manner, store heavy
objects at lower levels, and
properly secure shelves
and cabinets.

Ladder (Unstable All ages Use of ladder Use of stable, well-

ladder) carefully. maintained ladders. Follow
proper safety guidelines
when climbing.

Carbon Monoxide All ages Install a carbon monoxide

Exposure detector. Never run
vehicles or gas-powered
equipment in the closed
garage.

Garage Door Adults Ensure properly Periodically examine and

Malfunctioning) before and after upkeep the garage door
closing the door. and its components. Verify
the functionality of safety
features, including the
auto-reverse mechanism.

Tools (Unsecured Children Storage of tools Opt for wall-mounted racks

tools) after use. or cabinets for safe tool
storage. Ensure sharp tools
are kept beyond the reach
of children.