The Risks
An uneven surface or edge is not smooth, flat, or straight.
What are uneven pavements?
Dont ever_____. Plan so that it is not necessary to _____.
What is rush?
Take extra care on________ days. Stand with legs apart to give a wider base of support.
What are windy days?
.....this may mean not chatting to a friend or looking at sights.
What is paying attention to the situation?
Can be used for support and shopping at a shopping center.
What is a shopping cart?
What is reflective tape?
Intersections with no traffic lights, road markings or signs to indicate who has the right of way.
What is an uncontrolled intersection?
That trying to do two things at once, such as walking and talking, can increase the risk of falls.
What do studies show?
Wear light-colored clothing, carry a flash light, use reflective tape.
When going out on dark or cloudy days?
Crossing the road in front of parked cars.
What makes you less visible to drivers?
True or False
Our balance gets better as we get older.
False
This will give you stability and on outdoor surfaces and paths.
What is a stick or a cane?
it takes longer and we are less likely to be seen.
Crossing the road on a diagonal.
Use a walking stick, cane, or wheeled walker.
When expecting crowds?
Pick a spot where there is a pole, street sign, or car to hold for support.
When encountering curbs?