Miscellaneous Articles and Thoughts - Bath Safety Safety is always a primary concern in the bath. Accidents in the bath account for approximately 25 percent of all household mishaps. Slips, falls and hot-water burns top the list. Here are some safety tips to help prevent accidents from occurring in your new bath: - Use slip resistant flooring material
- Install grab bars inside each tub and shower—these are now available in decorator colors and can double as towel racks
- Keep electrical switches and plugs away from water sources
- Use door locks that can be unlocked from both sides so you can enter to rescue a child or injured person
- Install scald-prevention devices that prevent water temperatures from being more than 111 degrees Fahrenheit
- Choose impact-resistant shower and bathtub enclosures
- Make certain that all electrical outlets have ground fault circuit interrupters
- Do not have any obstacles in the floor plan—ensure proper clearances and room to maneuver
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