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BATHROOM
1. Use slip-resistant surfaces on the floor, tub and shower.
2. Do not store medication in the bathroom due to humidity.
3. Place handrails by toilet and in shower and tub.
4. Place child safety locks on all cabinets.
5. Place scald guards on faucets.
6. Keep toilet seat and lid down when not in use.
7. Keep toilet seat tight so that it does not slide when you sit.
8. Do not use breakable containers in bathroom.
9. Keep electrical appliances way from all sources of water.
10 Store cleaning product in child proof contains out of reach.
KITCHEN
1. Do not allow children to play in kitchen.
2. Do not allow children to cook or use knives.
3. Do not wear lose clothing when cooking.
4. Turn pot and pan handles in toward stove.
5. Do not store cleaning products with food.
6. Do not store cleaning products in food like containers.
7. Keep all door and drawers secure and child proof.
8. Keep oven, stove and microwave clean and free of grease.
9. Keep flammable items away from oven, stove and microwave.
10. Keep electrical appliances away from water and liquids.
BEDROOM
1. Keep floor clear for easy exit at night due to emergency.
2. Place lamp or light switch near bed as well as flashlight.
3. Install intercom system to monitor different areas of home.
WINDOWS
1. Make sure all windows are locked when not in use.
2. Use secondary locks/blocks on windows.
3. Open windows no more then 4 inches for ventilation.
4. Make sure windows and window casings are secures.
5. Use crime prevention or alarm decals on windows.
DOORS
1. Make sure all doors are locked when not in use.
2. Use secondary locks on doors such as dead bolt and chain.
3. Use a floor based door lock when inside.
3. Make sure lock and latch are working properly.
4. Use metal, fire resistant doors with peep-hole.
5. Make sure door frame is secure.
6. Make sure door fits snug in door frame.
7. Make sure locks are easy to work.
8. Make sure locks are secure in door and frame.
9. Use crime prevention or alarm decals on doors.
SLIDING GLASS DOORS
1. Make sure all doors are locked when not in use.
2. Use secondary locks/blocks on doors.
3. Make sure lock and latch are working properly.
4. Make sure track is free of objects,
5. Make sure door slides with ease.
6. Use crime prevention or alarm decals on doors.
ALARMS
1. Get one.
2. Have your alarm professionally installed.
3. Have your alarm monitored 24/7 by professionals.
4. Check your alarm system once a month.
5. Make sure to include motion, glass, door and window sensors.
6. Find out about false alarm fines.
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
1. Engrave property with social security number.
2. Place photographs and receipts of property in safe deposit box.
3. Make copies of all important documents. |
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