To prevent falls at home, make sure to keep your floors clear of clutter, secure loose rugs, install handrails on stairs and in bathrooms, use non-slip mats in the shower, and ensure proper lighting throughout your home.

To prevent fires, install smoke detectors on every floor, test them regularly, and replace batteries as needed. Keep flammable items away from heat sources, never leave cooking unattended, and have a fire extinguisher readily available.

To protect your home from burglaries, install deadbolt locks on all exterior doors, reinforce windows with security film or bars, use timers for lights and electronics when you’re away, and consider a home security system with cameras and alarms.

To prevent electrical accidents, avoid overloading outlets, replace damaged cords or plugs, keep electrical devices away from water, and have a licensed electrician inspect your home’s wiring regularly.

To ensure the safety of children at home, use safety gates to block off stairs and other hazardous areas, keep small objects out of reach, secure heavy furniture to the walls, and keep cleaning products and medications locked away.

When using heaters or fireplaces, keep flammable materials at a safe distance, use screens to prevent sparks, turn off heaters when leaving the room or going to bed, and have chimneys and vents inspected and cleaned regularly.

To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, install carbon monoxide detectors on every floor, have fuel-burning appliances, flues, and chimneys inspected annually, and never use gas-powered equipment indoors or in enclosed spaces.

To prevent accidents in the kitchen, always use oven mitts when handling hot pots or pans, keep knives and sharp objects stored safely, turn pot handles inward to prevent spills, and never leave cooking unattended.

To ensure the safety of pets at home, keep toxic plants out of reach, store cleaning products securely, keep small objects that can be swallowed away, and create a safe space for them to retreat to when needed.

To prepare for natural disasters, create an emergency kit with essential supplies, develop an evacuation plan, know how to shut off utilities, and stay informed about local emergency alerts and evacuation orders.