Household safety

Here is a checklist to help remind you to avoid some of the more common household safety risks: 

• Keep floors and floor coverings in good condition. 
• Replace used or broken light bulbs at once. 
• Keep stairs well-lit. 
• Use non-slip polishes and mats. 
• Do not put mirrors above fires or log burners, as this could encourage people to stand too close to the fire.. 
• Keep children away from cookers and turn pan handles away from the front of the cooker. 
• Keep all medicines and cleaning products out of children’s reach. 
• Avoid long flexes and replace worn flexes immediately. Keep flexes away from cookers. 
• Do not mix toilet cleaners and bleaches as this can cause harmful gasses. 
• Do not leave matches or lighters around if there are young children about.