Today I tripped over the cable for the cable television I just had installed. Fortunately I didn’t fall.
It reminded me that accidents in the home annually kill nearly 20,000 people and injure nearly 21 million. See a report by the National Council on Aging.
It’s a good idea to walk through your home regularly to eliminate safety hazards for people of all ages. See the Home Safety Council’s "Safe Steps to Reduce Falls" for tips on potential hazards.
If you have an aging parent, see this checklist from the Consumer Product Safety Commission to reduce the risk of injuries or death due to falls.
Well, it makes sense to spend some time, effort and money on improving your house to make it a safer and more secure abode. Carefully choosing and installing safety accessories in your home, like hand rails, alarms, locks and cameras, would be a wise choice to ensure safety.