Module 2 – Safety and Mobility

Assignment
General Directions:
A. Assignment is 50 marks as assigned.
B. The assignment will count for 30% of your final mark in Module 2.
Name: ___ADEKUNLE ALFRED DARE ______________________________
Date: ____27/11/2024________________________________________________
1. Choose a home (apartment, condo) to inspect for safety hazards. It can be your own

home but ensure there is enough to inspect to make this assignment a worthwhile
learning experience for you. Include the following in your inspection:
Approximate age of the home: ___40 years old_____________________________________
Style of the home (two-story, one floor condo, etc.): __2-bedroom Basement Apartment_________
Number of persons living in the home: ____3 people______________________________

Ages of the persons living in the home: __30, 33, 40years old________________________________
Number of working fire extinguishers present in the home: _Nil_________________
Number of smoke detectors present in the home: _____1____________________
Number of working carbon monoxide detectors present in the home: _1________
Electrical, gas, or hot water (registers) heating source: ________1_____________

Gas or electric stoves and ovens: ____________1__________________________

First aid kit in home: Yes □ No

2. Complete a thorough inspection of each room of the home, including basement,

laundry room, and garage, if applicable, noting the following:
a) physical hazards: shoes in entryways, hanging wires, items stacked poorly,
scattered toys, blind cords hanging too low, etc.

b) thermal hazards: related to hot items such as water temperature, stoves,

curling irons, etc.
c) mechanical hazards: broken items, missing handrails, etc.
d) bio-hazardous hazards: razors, open garbage, insulin syringes, etc.
Record your findings on the chart included with this assignment.

Note: There is a column to also record what safety hazards have been addressed already.
For example: consider in the bathroom(s): are there anti-slip mats; is there open garbage;
where are hair dryers or hot irons stored; where are meds stored; where are razors stored;
where is the safe storage area for cleaning supplies.
Note which age groups would be particularly impacted by the hazards you uncover in the

home and why they are at risk. For instance, any objects lying on the floor or open outlets
would be hazardous for approximately ages 6 months to 3 years because they are learning
about the world around them.
To the chart, add your suggestions on what improvements should be made for each hazard
in each room that you identify. There will be one mark for each completed hazard per

associated section.
 Home Safety Inspection for a 2-Bedroom Basement Apartment

Safety Measures Already Suggested Changes to

Room/Area Hazard(s) Target Age Affected and Why
in Place Improve Safety
Use anti-slip mats or
Living Room Area rug not tacked down All residents risk of tripping None secure the rug with
double-sided tape.
All residents, risk of Tie and secure blind
Blind cords hanging low entanglement during cleaning or None cords high out of the
movement way.
Install at least one fire
All residents, increases risk during
No fire extinguisher present None extinguisher in the
fire emergencies
living room.
Install additional smoke
All residents, delayed fire One smoke detector
Insufficient smoke detectors detectors in bedrooms
detection present
and hallways.
Unstable furniture (e.g., TV Anchor furniture to the
All residents, risk of tipping injury None
stand) wall to prevent tipping.
Use surge protectors
Overcrowded electrical
All residents, risk of electrical fire None and avoid overloading
outlets
outlets.
Replace or add lighting
All residents, risk of tripping over
Low lighting None fixtures for better
unseen obstacles
illumination.
Repaint with non-toxic
All residents, potential health risk
Loose or peeling paint None paint, ensure proper
from old lead-based paint
maintenance.
Organize the living
Cluttered floor (e.g.,
All residents, risk of tripping None space and declutter
magazines, shoes)
regularly.
Dust accumulation on All residents, risk of respiratory Regularly clean and
None
furniture and electronics irritation dust surfaces.
 Place anti-slip mats and
ensure proper
Bathroom 1 Slippery floor tiles All residents, risk of falls None
ventilation to reduce
moisture.
Store cleaning supplies
All residents, risk of accidental
Open cleaning supplies None in a locked or high
spills or skin irritation
cabinet.
Adjust the water heater
Hot water temperature too
All residents, risk of burns None temperature to below
high
49°C (120°F).
No grab bars near the toilet All residents, risk of slipping while Install grab bars near
None
or shower using facilities the toilet and shower.
Improve ventilation and
Mold growth in poorly
All residents, respiratory issues None clean regularly with
ventilated areas
anti-mold solutions.
Repair or replace
Broken tiles on the floor or All residents, risk of cuts or
None damaged tiles
walls tripping
promptly.
All residents, risk of water Fix leaks and inspect
Leaking pipes under the sink None
damage and mold plumbing regularly.
Install ground fault
Faulty electrical outlet near
All residents, risk of electrocution None circuit interrupters
the sink
(GFCIs).
All residents, risk of injury from Tighten or replace loose
Loose towel racks or fixtures None
falling items fixtures.
Open toilet seat (risk of Encourage closing the
All residents, inconvenience and
dropping items into the None toilet lid when not in
hygiene issues
bowl) use.

All residents, risk of Use a trash bin with a

Bathroom 2 Open trash bin None
contamination or pest infestation lid.
 All residents, risk of water-related Repair or replace the
Leaky faucet None
accidents and increased costs faucet.

Install grab bars near

Missing grab bars All residents, risk of slipping None the toilet and shower
for added safety.
Curling iron stored plugged Unplug curling iron and
All residents, risk of burns None
in store safely after use.
Replace bulbs with
All residents, difficulty seeing
Poor lighting None brighter, energy-
hazards
efficient lighting.
All residents, risk of tripping or Repair tiles and ensure
Loose or cracked floor tiles None
injury a smooth, safe surface.
Store medications in a
Open medications on the All residents, potential risk of
None secure or locked
counter accidental ingestion
cabinet.
Wet floor without warning Place a warning sign or
All residents, risk of slipping None
signage dry floor immediately.
Hairdryer stored near water Store electrical devices
All residents, risk of electrocution None
sources safely away from water.
All residents, risk of the door Tighten or replace door
Loose door hinges None
falling or difficulty closing hinges as needed.
Anchor furniture to the
Unsecured furniture (e.g.,
Bedroom 1 All residents, risk of tipping injury None wall to prevent tipping
dresser)
accidents.
Use cord organizers to
All residents, risk of tripping or secure wires and keep
Electrical cords near the bed None
electrical fire them away from
pathways.
 Regularly organize and
Clutter on the floor All residents, risk of tripping None declutter to prevent
accidents.
Install locks or safety
Window without lock All residents, security risk None
bars on windows.
Use a surge protector
Overloaded power strip All residents, risk of electrical fire None
and avoid overloading.
All residents, risk of collapse Tighten or repair the
Loose bed frame None
during use bed frame.
Unstable or unbalanced Replace or stabilize
All residents, risk of tipping injury None
nightstand furniture.
Replace cords with
Overexposed extension All residents, risk of overheating
None better-insulated
cords or fire
options.
Store sharp objects in
Improper storage of sharp
All residents, risk of cuts None drawers or secure
objects (e.g., scissors)
containers.
All residents, risk of respiratory Wash and change
Dust mites in bedding None
irritation bedding regularly.
Add a second CO
No carbon monoxide All residents, increases risk of One CO detector in the detector near this
Bedroom 2
detector present poisoning apartment bedroom for better
coverage.
Open windows without Install locks or safety
All residents, security risk None
locks bars on windows.
Use a fan or
All residents, risk of respiratory
Poor air circulation None dehumidifier to
issues
improve air quality.
Ensure heaters are
Overheating from improper
All residents, risk of burns or fire None placed away from
use of electric heaters
flammable items.
Unstable or improperly
All residents, risk of injury due to Inspect and secure all
installed ceiling fixture None
falling objects ceiling fixtures.
(light/fan)
Reorganize storage to
Stacked boxes or heavy
All residents, risk of falling objects None place heavier items on
items on unstable surfaces
lower shelves.
Improperly maintained
All residents, risk of back injury or Replace or repair the
mattress (e.g., sagging or None
discomfort mattress as needed.
torn)
All residents, risk of electrical Inspect and replace
Faulty wall sockets None
shocks damaged wall sockets.
Repair water damage
Water damage on the walls All residents, potential structural
None and address the source
or ceiling and mold risks
of the leak.
Organize and store
Improperly stored chemicals
All residents, risk of spills or injury None chemicals/tools safely
or DIY tools
in secured spaces.