
Home Safety Checklist
As part of our commitment to Safety we have prepared this checklist for your use. Please review any concerns with a CMHA staff member.
Fire Safety:
Yes
No
N/A
Is there a smoke alarm on each floor and near every bedroom?



Have the batteries been replaced in the last 12 months?



Is there a fire extinguisher?



Do you know how to use a fire extinguisher?



If you smoke, do you use deep ashtrays? Do you add water before emptying?



Is there a carbon monoxide detector?



Is the home heating system checked annually by a professional?



Are electrical/extension cords frayed, cracked, or overloaded?



Are space heaters at least 3 feet from furniture or curtains?



Do you open the flue before using the fireplace or wood stove? Reminder sign?



Do you have a fire escape plan?



Do all the windows open?



Slips & Falls:
Yes
No
N/A
Is there a sturdy handrail at the stairs?



Is there a non-skid bathmat?



Is there a non-slip mat or strips in the tub/shower?



Are small rugs taped to the floor?



Are there grab bars in the bathroom?



Is the clutter on the stairs/in main hallways?



Is there a nightlight in the bedroom, hallway, and bathroom?



Is there good lighting on the porch, stairwell, or walkway to your home?



Poisons:
Yes
No
N/A
Do you know what is under your sink?



Do you know the WHMIS labels?



Do you keep products in the same container that you purchased them in?



Emergency Preparedness:
Yes
No
N/A
Are emergency numbers by the telephone?



Do you have a first aid kit?



Do you have a flashlight with extra batteries? Candles are not recommended.



Do you have ‘ready to eat’ canned food and high energy food in reserve?



Do you have a non-electric can opener?



Do you have a list of your medications?



Do you have an emergency kit in your car?



Hazard Signs:

Oxidizing Material
These materials increase the risk of fire if they come in contact with flammable or combustible materials.

Flammable
Capable of catching fire in the presence of a spark or open flame.

Poisonous and Infectious Material
These materials can cause death or immediate injury when a person is exposed to small amounts.

Explosive
Material that causes a sudden, almost instantaneous, release of gas, heat, and pressure, accompanied by loud noise when subjected to a certain amount of shock, pressure, or temperature.