Bathroom safety is just as important for all ages

Your bathroom gets a lot of use and maintenance it should be just as safe and comfortable for your family. Bathroom safety is important for all ages. While on the late end of new years resolutions families are thinking about upgrading and improving the safety in their home. The National Safety Council says there are over 200,000 bathroom related accidents a year.  We put together helpful advice to get your bathroom hazard-free all year long.

Stability and balance is just as important in a wet environment

Slip and falls can help be prevented with aging adults by simply installing grab bars in tubs and showers. Even the youngsters need a little help getting in and out of a tub with the added support of a sturdy handle grab bar. Your tub and showers are in a wet environment, it’s just as important to apply non-slip mats or a removable waterproof textured mat inside the tub or shower. For outside your shower or bathtub place an absorbent rug or towel to avoid slipping on the floor while stepping out the bath with your feet.

Oh the joys of bath time

Many young children love the joys of bath time, but this activity can be dangerous if left unattended. Good safety habits in the bathroom are beneficial. Make sure you always see the little ones while in the bathtub. Drowning even exist with a very shallow bath. Bathroom outlets need child proof covers and bath vanities need locks to help keep the little curious minds out. Of course never let curling irons or hair dryers plugged in, other bath products such as shampoo conditioner, shaving crèam, and razors should be away from the bathtub area to help keep the children safe from harm. Keep the clothing tucked away in a hamper to avoid trips and falls on the bath floor.

Taking steps to increase bath safety in your home is simple. It’s easy to put off a high-traffic bathroom improvement on the back burner. It should always meet preventive safety standards. Contact the expert handyman at Mr. Fix-It Handyman Service to install child proof protections around the home or attach grab bars on those bath walls.