Environmental Safety Checklist

The safety of the house and living environment is one of the most important considerations that any homeowner can take. There are a stunningly large number of highly dangerous hazards that can bring harm to yourself or your family without proper caution.

Electrical Safety

A wide range of injuries and fatalities have been caused by neglecting electrical safety precautions. Keep all electrical cords hidden from sight, as visible cords could be chewed on by pets and children. The best way to ensure that your home is safe from an electrical standpoint is to avoid using any more electrical cords that you absolutely have to and place appliances as close to the outlets as possible.

Hazardous Materials

Houses are frequently filled with a variety of materials that are harmful if they come into contact with the skin or are swallowed. Place all harmful substances out of reach of children and pets, and never place them near bottles that are used to hold drinkable liquids or any that are used in cooking.

Reducing Accidental Injuries

Every home is the site of an occasional accident. Common such happenings include stubbing a toe on a doorframe and slipping down stairs. However, the frequency of these events can be reduced by taking some or all of the following precautions:

• Place safety corners on all sharp corners in your home.


• Place safety gates near stairs and other areas that are dangerous for children.


• Place visible items on glass panes to prevent children, and the occasional adult from running into them forcibly.