Injuries can result from seemingly innocent things around the home care location – many of which are easily fixed or adapted after doing some detective work to track them down. The following checklist will help you inspect the home care location for evidence of trouble that may be waiting to happen. Every NO answer is a clue that the home care location may not be as safe as it could be and that you should be reporting or making the needed changes as soon as you can. Your safety depends on it!
Outside Checklist
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Do all the entrances have an outdoor light? |
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| Do the outdoor stairs, pathways or decks have railings and provide good traction (i.e. textured surfaces)? | ||
| Are the front steps and walkways around the house in good repair and free of clutter, snow or leaves? | ||
| Do the doorways to the balcony or deck have a low sill or threshold? | ||
| Can you reach the mailbox safely and easily? | ||
| Is the number of the house clearly visible from the street and well lit at night? | ||
| If the home care location is in a rural area, do you have clear directions to the home by the phone so anyone can find the home quickly in case of an emergency? | ||
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Is the propane tank and barbecue stored away from the house? |
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Is the yard clear of broken glass, nails, studded boards and other debris? |
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Are the gutters clear of leaves and debris? |
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Is there a lockbox? |
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Has the septic tank been inspected for leaks? |
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