Risks at home

Common risk factors at home include:

• Poor lighting, particularly on stairs;
• Steep stairs;
• Uneven carpets or rugs;
• Slippery, wet floors;
• Cracked and slippery garden paths;
• Badly positioned furniture, clutter lying around;
• Lack of safety equipment such as grab rails in the bathroom;

Make sure to have the right mobilityaid for what you are trying to do. For example, a specially designed trolley will help you to carry things around the house. A health professional should help you to choose and fit the right aid for what you need to do. Normally house trolleys should not be used.
You should check and maintain walking aids, such as sticks, frames and trolleys. For example, rubber stoppers should be replaced at frequent intervals.