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1. Falls
Accidental falls are the leading cause of hospitalisation injuries in Australia2. And while a large percentage of these falls can be attributed to young children and the elderly, falls are still a significant danger for teens and adults as well. Many accidental falls occur as a result of insufficient lighting (especially near stairs). Bathrooms and toilets are also high-risk areas, due to the likelihood of water collecting on smooth surfaces and making them slippery.
Rugs that are not properly secured to the ground have also been known to cause falls. Improperly locked and secured windows are also a danger, especially when children are present, and balconies may present another significant risk. Even wearing socks around the house—as opposed to going barefoot or wearing rubber-sole shoes—can cause a homeowner to slip and fall. Perhaps the most overlooked fall-danger in the home is clutter. Be sure to pick up any loose objects from high-traffic areas, where someone might stumble over them.
2. Fires
Home fires account for approximately 94 per cent of all fire related deaths3. And while up to 50 per cent of home fire fatalities seem to be directly linked to a lack of working smoke alarms and practised home escape plans, there are less obvious fire hazards to consider as well. Flammable clutter, such as boxes and papers, can cause fires to quickly spread through the home, and can also block escape routes—particularly when smoke is making it difficult to see clearly.
Similarly, those who have improperly maintained chimneys, furnaces, and fireplaces run the risk of experiencing a house fire, so be sure to hire a professional to inspect your heating equipment regularly. Kitchens are also a high-risk zone, and unattended cooking has been identified as a major cause of fires in the home. Lastly, electrical systems that are not inspected regularly can lead to electrical fires. Loose plugs, the wrong wattage of light bulbs being used in lighting fixtures, and frayed or loose wires are all potential hazards.
A proper fire safety plan can save lives. It’s definitely preferable to have fire safety practises in place and never need them, than to need them and not have them. Make sure you have a Home and Contents insurance policy if the worst does happen.
3. Asphyxiation
Throughout Australia, smoke inhalation is the leading cause of fire-related fatalities4. However, asphyxiation—specifically inert gas asphyxiation—can occur even when no smoke is present. Perhaps the most dangerous and fatal gas for homeowners is carbon monoxide (CO).
CO is a natural byproduct of the burning of fossil fuels, and is completely invisible, odourless, and flavourless—making it difficult to detect without the right equipment. When someone breathes in too much CO, they quickly succumb to dizziness, followed by unconsciousness. If left in a CO rich environment, they will quickly asphyxiate and die. CO detectors that can be placed around the home are an inexpensive way to minimise this risk.
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