Senior Safety
Sleeping Area Safety Provisions
§Clear route for exit, rescuer entry
§Place next to bed for quick access to personal items (eyeglasses, telephone, flashlight, hearing aid, alarm bell)
§Working smoke alarm in the room
§Sleeping area on first floor if possible
Always keep a route clear between the bed and the door in the room where older adults sleep. This will make it easier for them to get out, and for rescuers to get in, in case of fire.
An older adult should always have essential items within easy access at the same place next to the bed in case of fire. This might include such items as eyeglasses, a telephone, flashlight, hearing aid and a personal alarm bell.
There should be a working smoke alarm in the room, one specially designed for the hearing-impaired if necessary.
The sleeping area should be located on the first floor if possible.
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