Environmental
Modifications
Modifications
What are rugs
Fire alarms should be stationed in these places.
What is throughout the home.
This is who you should call first if there were a life threatening situation or medical emergency.
What is 911
This is used to check water temperature to decrease chance of scalding.
What is a water thermometer.
This is how often fire alarms should be checked.
What is once a month
This is someone you would call in an emergency that lives nearby.
What is a local contact
What is bright colored tape
When creating an escape plan, you should identify two of these for each room.
What are ways to escape
This is who you would call in a less life threatening situation.
What is the local fire or police department
This should be positioned close to bed to avoid falling.
What is a lamp (or light).
These should not be blocked in case of emergency.
This is where an emergency contact list should be placed.
What is the refrigerator or somewhere easily visible
These are used to maintain independence by increasing safety within the home.
What are environmental modifications
This should be a place identified outside of your home in case of an emergency evacuation.
What is a meeting spot
This is someone you can call for emotional support or to talk over stressful situations even if they live far away.
What is family or friends