Elderly Fall Prevention Checklist

Use this Elderly Fall Prevention Checklist to eliminate hazards such as uneven surfaces and inadequate lighting, ensuring a safer home for seniors.

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Elderly Fall Prevention Checklist

Stairs & Steps (Indoors And Outdoors)

Floors

Kitchen

Bedrooms

Bathroom

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Elderly Fall Prevention Checklist

Use this Elderly Fall Prevention Checklist to eliminate hazards such as uneven surfaces and inadequate lighting, ensuring a safer home for seniors.

1. Are there papers, shoes, books, or other objects on the stairs?

2. Are there any loose, broken, or uneven steps that need to be fixed?

3. Is there an overhead light and light switch installed at the top and bottom of the stairs? If not, is an electrician called to install them, including glow-in-the-dark switches?

4. Is a stairway light bulb burned out?

5. Is the carpet on the steps loose or torn?

6. Are the handrails secure, and are there handrails on both sides of the stairs that extend the full length? If not, are they fixed or replaced?

1. When you walk through the room, is the path clear from any furniture?

2. Are there throw rugs on the floor? If so, are the rugs removed, or do they need double-sided tape or non-slip backing to prevent slipping?

3. Are there papers, shoes, books, or other objects on the floor?

4. Are there wires or cords (like a lamp, telephone, or extension cords) on the floor? If so, are they coiled or taped next to the wall to prevent tripping?

1. Are frequently used items stored on high shelves?

2. Is the step stool sturdy? If a step stool is used does it have a bar to hold on to?

1. Is the light near the bed hard to reach? Is a lamp placed close to the bed for easier access?

2. Is a nightlight installed to illuminate the path from the bed to the bathroom?

1. Is the tub or shower floor slippery? Is a non-slip rubber mat or self-stick strips added to the floor of the tub or shower?

2. Do you need support when getting in and out of the tub or rising from the toilet? Are grab bars installed next to and inside the tub, and next to the toilet?