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Step 1
Install smoke detectors on each level of the home, especially outside the sleeping areas. Alarms should be tested regularly, and batteries replaced twice each year. Smoke detectors should be replaced at least every 10 years.
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Step 2
Set hot water heater thermostats to no higher than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The safest temperature for bathing is about 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Run cold water first whenever filling a tub or sink and turn off the hot water faucet before the cold. Check the temperature of the water before getting into the shower or tub. For added safety, install anti-scald devices on all faucets and clearly mark the hot water position.
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Step 3
Practice safey while cooking. Roll up your sleeves and never wear loose fitting clothing when working in the kitchen. Use the rear burners rather than the front when you cook so that you do not have to reach over flames or hot surfaces. Turn pot handles inward, toward the back of the stove.
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Step 4
Use only pots and pans that you can handle easily and are not too heavy. Turn off burners before removing any pans from the stove. Place a rubber mat in front of the range to prevent falls from slipping.
