Scald Safety
Protecting Children and Adults from Scalds:
Bathing Areas
§Household Modifications
§Establish safe hot water temperature
§If this is not possible, install tempering valve or safe faucet and shower heads  
§Install non-slip bath, shower mats
§Install grab bar in shower stall
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       In the bathing area, household modifications for scald safety apply to all ages, especially young children and older adults.
The risk of scald injury in the bathroom can be greatly reduced if you set your water heater thermostat at a level which keeps the water temperature below where it could produce scalding hot water.
Other safety measures with long-term impact include:
Tempering valves and scald-safe faucet and shower heads
Non-slip bath and shower mats
Grab bars in shower stalls
(Bridge)  Do you know what is a safe water temperature?  Have you ever tested the water temperature in your home or apartment?