____ Emergency numbers are posted by the telephone.

____ Appliances, lamps, and cords are clean and in good condition.

____ There is a sufficient number of electrical outlets in each room.

____ Medications are stored in a safe place.

____ Carpeting or rugs are not worn or torn.

____ Stove and sink area are well-lighted.

____ If using a gas stove, it should be equipped with pilot lights and an automatic cut-off in the event of flame failure.

____ The stove is not located under curtains.

____ There is a proper kitchen exhaust system.

____ Hazardous household agents are stored safely.

____ There is enough counter space.

____ Turn pan handles away from other burners and the edge of the stove?

____ Avoid wearing long, loose garments when cooking?

____ Keep pot holders near the stove?

____ Turn on the exhaust fan when cooking?

____ Operate the microwave only when there is food in it?

____ Disconnect small appliances when not using them?

____ Keep knives in knife rack or drawer?

____ Keep countertops clean and clear?

____ Keep drawers and cupboards closed?

____ Wipe up grease spills at once?

____ Steps are in good condition and free of objects.

____ Smoke detectors are in place.

____ Hallways contain night lights.

____ Handrails are sturdy and secure.

____ Doors do not swing out over steps.

____ Clearance in the stairway provides adequate head room.

____ Electric cords are placed along walls, not under rugs and away from traffic areas.

____ Couches and chairs are sturdy and secure.

____ The bethtub or shower has nonskid mat or strips.

____ Grabars are installed on the walls by the bathtub and toilet.

____ Towel bars and soap dish are sturdy and secure.

____ Faucet and valve handles are in good condition.

DO YOU:

____ Dispose of old medication?

____ Keep radio, portable heater, and other electrical appliances away from tub or shower?

DO YOU-

____ Keep a lamp or flashlight within reach of your bed?

____ Use a night light to brighten the way to the bathroom at night?

____ Steps and walkways are in good condition.

____ Handrails are sturdy and secure.

____ Doorways are well-lighted.

____ Garage is adequately ventilated.

____ Tools and lawn and garden equipment are stored safely.

____ Toxic materials are labled and stored correctly.

Directions: Knowing what to do in an emergency can be a matter of life and death. Below are some situations when you’d need help fast. Find out where to get the help you need in your town. You may use a telephone book. Write the telephone numbers or people you think you should call for help in each situation listed. (There may be several correct answers for each situation.)

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1. A fire is out of control in your home. 2. You are out of work and really need

a job.

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3. A member of your family has taken 4. Your gas heater has a bad leak

an overdose of medicine and is and has allowed a lot of gas to

unconcious escape into your home

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5. As you come home, you realize 6. Your child wakes up at 2:00 a.m.

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7. Your water heater breaks, flooding 8. The power is off in your home

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