Among the causes of death in the world and in Turkey, home accidents are at the top. Accidents that do not result in death can result in valuable permanent disability and damage. It is necessary to pay more attention to the safety of the environment, especially in residences with children. Taking precautionary measures against accidents that may occur in the house is valuable to save the life of you and your loved ones. Here are some of the accidents that occur frequently in residences;
1. Falls and crashes
The most common fall or crash accidents in the middle of residential accidents are mostly caused by furniture such as tables, sofas, stairs, bunk beds, balconies and It occurs as a result of falling from the window, slippery and unsuitable places. Generally, elderly individuals and children encounter falling accidents more frequently. It is possible to reduce these accidents by fixing large items such as televisions and bunk beds, by using handrails on slippery surfaces such as bathrooms, bathtubs and balconies or handrails.
2. Cuts and jams
One of the most dangerous and accident-prone areas of the residence is the kitchen. A significant number of injuries occur each year due to knives or sharp objects used in the kitchen. Not keeping sharp objects in the kitchen, storing sharp household items such as knives at a height where children cannot reach, using a non-slip cutting board, holding knives with non-wet hands, using thick gloves for dishes to be washed by hand, are among the practical measures to prevent accidents that may occur in the kitchen.
3. Drowning
It is possible for children who are interested in wet areas to experience the danger of drowning. To avoid such a situation, the bathroom and toilet doors should be locked at all times. Another choking hazard comes from the highly curious 0-3 year olds trying to swallow any object they find. Small or breakable toys, coins and nuts such as nuts, peanuts and seeds should not be kept away from children.
4. Poisonings
Along with the pandemic process, heavy use of cleaning equipment, which is preferred for hygiene in the house, increases the rates of poisoning. In particular, mixing bleach and different detergents causes a risk of poisoning for children, the elderly and other family members. It is valuable to use the cleaning agents in a way that they do not come into contact with the skin and in an appropriate amount. In addition, it should not be forgotten that the drugs that children lichen to small sweets cause irreversible poisoning. In such a case, 112 should be called without wasting time, or if it is in a close range, the nearest health institution should be visited.
5. Fires and burns
Fires or burns are mostly caused by forgetting a plug in the socket, leaving the stove on, touching a heated kitchen utensil such as pans and pots, or keeping lighters and matches within reach of children. . The first of the measures that can be taken is to have a fire extinguisher in the house. In addition, flammable items such as matches and lighters should be kept away from children. After use, the irons should be turned off immediately and the cords should not be left hanging.
