The majority of accidents occur in the home so make sure you have a first aid kit at the ready and take care to follow the guidelines below:
- Clear stairways and corridors to help prevent falls and trips
- Cover sharp corners and ledges to prevent cuts
- Install stair gates if you have young children
- Remove all chemical substances and medications from the reach of children
- Keep your home warm and dry: this will prevent respiratory conditions
- Install smoke alarms and have them checked regularly (this service is provided free of charge by the fire service)
- Install a carbon monoxide detector
- Have appliances checked regularly
- Keep the garden clear of any objects which may cause harm
- Wear suitable footwear when going up and down stairs (an incredible number of accidents are caused by people wearing big fluffy slippers on the stairs)