If you think you’d just be a hermit because you’re too paranoid to get out afraid that something just might catch you, think again. Many accidents happen indoors - right in the comfort of one’s home or office. Here are some tips on how to accident-proof your home.

No spills.

Wipe up spills. Fix leaks. Keep oil off floors. These are usually the leading causes of slips and falls. Perhaps an occasional banana peel. But an ounce of prevention is much better than a broken back.

Check your flooring

Replace worn tiles and hammer down loose floorboards. Patch up ripped carpeting (a quick fix can be made using duct tape) until repairs or replacements can be made.

Check your storage

Some closets and cupboard spaces are chemistry laboratories waiting to explode. Ammonia and bleach which are commonly stored in the same space makes chlorine gas (fatal!) when mixed.

Don’t stray too far from the usual uses

If you think you can always go MacGyver on things, think again. Some cleaners should only be used for their specific purpose. Furniture polish used on floors create super-slippery spots. Highly-toxic germicidal cleaners should not be used in food containers.

Mind the mix

Unless otherwise proven, always use the recommended amounts. Increasing solution strength can prove to be harmful in some cases. Some cleaners may cause skin irritation in high concentrations.

Tuck away your tools

Remember to place all your tools back in the toolbox after use. You don’t want to accidentally cut yourself from a rogue pair of shears.

Keep things out of children’s reach

Place all dangerous materials away from children’s reach. Yes, that may include your porno collection.

Prevent shock

Ground electric chords especially while operating electrical appliances. check if the equipment has any frayed wires and loose plugs. Check if the fuse is properly attached an working too. Check light fixtures too. Dim areas can be an accident-prone area.

Don’t reach too far

Use a ample sized step-ladder ladder when working with high. Make sure the ladder’s footing is secure too. Remember that working on the top two steps of the ladder is dangerous so if you can’t reach beyond that, use a longer ladder.

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