Home Safety Checklist

Assessment Details

Entrances & Exits

Front door secure and accessible
Risk:
Changes needed?
Rear/side doors secure
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Changes needed?
Steps in good repair
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Changes needed?
Ramps present where needed
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Changes needed?
Adequate outdoor lighting
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Changes needed?
Pathways clear of obstacles
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Changes needed?
Gate/fence secure
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Changes needed?

Living Areas

Floor surfaces even and non-slip
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Changes needed?
Rugs/mats secured or removed
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Changes needed?
Furniture stable and clear of walkways
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Changes needed?
Adequate lighting in all areas
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Changes needed?
Electrical cords secured/out of walkways
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Changes needed?
Smoke detector present and tested
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Changes needed?
Emergency exits clearly accessible
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Changes needed?

Kitchen

Stove/oven in working order
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Changes needed?
Fire extinguisher / fire blanket present
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Changes needed?
Cleaning products stored safely
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Changes needed?
Sharp objects stored safely
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Changes needed?
Fridge/freezer working correctly
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Changes needed?
Non-slip mat at sink
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Changes needed?
Carbon monoxide detector present
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Changes needed?

Bathroom & Toileting

Non-slip mat in shower/bath
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Changes needed?
Grab rails installed where needed
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Changes needed?
Hot water temperature safe (max 50°C)
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Changes needed?
Adequate lighting
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Changes needed?
Bathroom accessible for support worker
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Changes needed?
Medication stored securely
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Changes needed?

Bedroom

Bed height appropriate
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Changes needed?
Adequate space around bed for supports
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Changes needed?
Lighting accessible from bed
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Changes needed?
Clear pathway to bathroom at night
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Changes needed?
Window safety (especially upper floors)
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Changes needed?

Infection Control

Handwashing facilities accessible
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Changes needed?
Adequate supply of PPE
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Changes needed?
Waste disposal appropriate
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Changes needed?
Sharps disposal container if needed
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Changes needed?
First aid kit present and stocked
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Changes needed?

Emergency Preparedness

Emergency contact list visible
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Changes needed?
Medical alert information available
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Changes needed?
Evacuation plan established
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Changes needed?
Phone/communication device accessible
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Changes needed?
Medication list up to date
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Changes needed?