8 simple ways to make your home safer

8 simple ways to make your home safer -

When was the last time you did something to make your home safer?

With more accidents happening at home than anywhere else, it is something to consider.

Here to help you is Laurie Woodward, a consultant control greater risks Erie Insurance has 36 years of experience to help business customers reduce the risks in their workplace. Risk Control consultants help business customers of ERIE make their workplaces safe for employees and customers. Just a little of how they do it is helping to create disaster recovery plans, conducting risk surveys in the workplace, to recommend ways to comply with OSHA regulations and more .

"Being on top of maintenance goes a long way in keeping a company itself as a safe house," she said. Here are his tips to make your home safer this spring and beyond.

1. Protect your stairs. First, clear your stairs all the toys, books and folded laundry room they are all great contributors to falls. Then check if your tracks are secure. If they wobble (or you do not have rails), having fixed or installed.
2. Be careful with candles. Keep candles away from children, animals and flammable materials. For your peace of mind, consider exchanging traditional candles for LED versions.
3. Keep chimneys and woodburningstoves. Have a professional clean your chimney at least once a year. Keep flammable materials clear the home. Always burn seasoned firewood and avoid throwing any wrapping paper into the fire.
4. Secure your TV. A TV may fall causing serious injury to someone in your home. (This is especially true with regard to children.) Wall mounting your TV, anchoring furniture with anti-tip brackets and installation of anti-tip straps on the back of all non-wall TVs can significantly reduce the risk of tipping accident.
5. Inspect your aisles. Your front walkway is a great place for a slip and fall accident, therefore all fixed ASAP cracked or uneven areas. During the winter, make sure your walkways and steps clear of snow and ice accumulation.
6. Use extension cords wisely. Do not use extension cords unless it is on a temporary basis. Extension cords should not be used in place of permanent wiring.
7. Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide. While some smoke detectors can be a little overzealous (burnt toast, anyone?), They 're also life savers. Test both your smoke and your carbon monoxide detectors once a month to ensure they are in good condition.
8. Clean dryer vents. Regularly clean your lint filter is sometimes not enough to keep your dryer vent from getting clogged and starting a fire dryer. Have come a professional at least once a year to give the ventilation system of a good cleaning. This will reduce the risk of fire and dryer to keep your machine running efficiently.

Of course, another way you can protect your home is with the assurance of the right owners. An Erie insurance agent in your community can tell you more about affordable options and you get a free quote.

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