Safety and Security
Safety
Sixty percent of falls in people 70 years and over happen in the home. As we get older trips, slips and falls can have a profound effect on our health, wellbeing and independence. By planning ahead and removing hazards around the home as part of normal maintenance or renovations your home will be a safer place to live and will help you avoid those life changing accidents down the track when you as steady on your feet as you as now.
Only by identifying hazards around you home and removing them can you reduce the risk of a life changing accident.
Security
Typically, each year, between 3% and 4% of households will be burgled, and there are roughly an equal number of unsuccessful attempts. The fact that so many attempted burglaries fail suggests that basic security measures can be effective.
Now you are retired you may want to travel and enjoy your freedom. Properly securing your home while you are away will provide you with the peace of mind the allow you to enjoy your travels. When at home having a safe and secure environment to live in allows you to enjoys your days stress free and at ease.
This audit covers all aspects of safety and security, showing you how to accident proof your home and secure yourself and your property from intruders.Topics included in this audit are:-
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Security Lighting Site Security Door and Window Security Fire Safety Provisions Personal Safety and Calling for Assistance Access for Emergency Services Evacuation in the case of emergency Tripping and Falling Hazards Prevention of Fire and Burns Prevention of Injury
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