Hallway Safety Tips
Although it’s how you get from point A to point B in your home, the hallway is often overlooked while critiquing a home’s safety. Check out these steps to help you secure your staircases and hallways.
- Smoke alarms: Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in these areas because these may be escape routes when your home alarm system alerts you to an emergency.
- Nightlights: Light pathways with plug-in nightlights to help prevent falls.
- Rugs: Secure edges with tape so they won’t slide around. Also prevent falls by picking up stray items.
- Handrails: Install handrails on stairways (and safety grips if a senior is in your home) to help in everyday maneuvering.
- Safety gates: Find one that fits your needs, whether it’s to keep a wandering toddler or puppy from getting up and down stairs. But learn how to disengage it so you can get out when your ADT home security system sounds in an emergency.
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