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Room-by-Room Home Safety Checker

Walk through each room in your home and identify potential safety hazards. Get a personalized safety score and prioritized fix recommendations.

Bathroom Safety Checklist

Grab bars installed near toilet and shower

Critical

Non-slip mat or strips in tub/shower

Critical

Walk-in shower or tub with low entry

High

Raised toilet seat or comfort-height toilet

High

Adequate lighting (no dark corners)

Medium

Medications stored at accessible height

Medium

Temperature-controlled or anti-scald faucets

Medium

Emergency call button or phone within reach

Critical

Kitchen Safety Checklist

Anti-tip brackets on stove/oven

Critical

Frequently used items at waist-to-shoulder height

High

Non-slip flooring (no loose rugs)

High

Adequate task lighting over counters/stove

Medium

Fire extinguisher accessible and current

Critical

Auto-shutoff on stove/oven

High

Step stool with handrail (if reaching needed)

Medium

Stairs & Hallways Safety Checklist

Handrails on both sides of stairs

Critical

Adequate lighting at top and bottom

High

No loose rugs or runners

Critical

Contrast strips on stair edges

Medium

Clear pathways (no clutter)

High

Light switches at both ends of hallways

Medium

Stair lift installed (if mobility issues)

High

Night lights along path to bathroom

High

Bedroom Safety Checklist

Bed at appropriate height (easy to get in/out)

High

Night light or bedside lamp within reach

High

Clear path from bed to bathroom

Critical

Phone or emergency alert within reach

Critical

No loose rugs or cords on floor

High

Grab bar or sturdy furniture near bed

Medium

Clothing and essentials at accessible height

Medium

Living Areas Safety Checklist

Stable, sturdy furniture (no wobbly pieces)

High

Clear walkways between furniture

High

Electrical cords tucked away (not across paths)

Critical

Adequate lighting throughout

Medium

Remote controls and phone within easy reach

Medium

Non-slip area rugs (or no rugs)

High

Entry & Exterior Safety Checklist

Ramp or step-free entry available

High

Handrails at all entry steps

Critical

Adequate exterior lighting

High

Even, non-slip walkway surfaces

High

Covered entry (protection from rain/ice)

Medium

Doorbell/intercom system

Medium

Wide doorway (32"+ for walker/wheelchair)

High

Room-by-Room Breakdown

Priority Fixes

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