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🏑 HOUSEKIA HOME SAFETY CHECKLIST

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Your trusted housing industry marketplaceβ€œSafe homes. Better living. ”Use this checklist to regularly inspect your home or property and reduce the risk of domestic accidents, injuries, and property loss.


Your trusted housing industry marketplace

β€œSafe homes. Better living.”

Use this checklist to regularly inspect your home or property and reduce the risk of domestic accidents, injuries, and property loss.

βœ… GENERAL HOME SAFETY

☐ Walkways and stairs are free of clutter

☐ Adequate lighting in all rooms and passages

☐ Loose rugs and carpets are secured

☐ Broken tiles, floors, or railings repaired

☐ First-aid kit available and accessible

☐ Emergency contacts displayed

πŸ”₯ FIRE & GAS SAFETY

☐ Smoke detectors installed and tested

☐ Fire extinguisher available and functional

☐ Cooking is never left unattended

☐ Gas cylinders positioned safely

☐ No gas leaks or damaged hoses

☐ Matches and lighters kept away from children

☐ Emergency escape route identified

⚑ ELECTRICAL SAFETY

☐ No exposed or damaged wires

☐ Sockets are not overloaded

☐ Appliances kept away from water

☐ Faulty devices repaired or replaced

☐ Unused sockets covered (child safety)

☐ Qualified electrician used for installations

πŸ› BATHROOM SAFETY

☐ Non-slip mats installed

☐ Floors kept dry

☐ Water temperature controlled

☐ Electrical appliances stored away from water

☐ Grab bars installed for elderly users

πŸ”ͺ KITCHEN SAFETY

☐ Knives and sharp objects stored securely

☐ Cooking pot handles turned inward

☐ Flammable items kept away from heat

☐ Oil and water spills cleaned immediately

☐ Children restricted from cooking zones

☐ Appliances unplugged after use

☠️ CHEMICAL & POISON SAFETY

☐ Cleaning products stored in locked cabinets

☐ Medicines kept out of children’s reach

☐ Containers properly labeled

☐ Chemicals never mixed

☐ Pesticides stored away from food

☐ Expired products disposed correctly

πŸ‘Ά CHILD SAFETY

☐ Socket covers installed

☐ Stair safety gates fixed

☐ Small objects kept away

☐ Heavy furniture secured to walls

☐ Windows and balconies protected

☐ Hot and sharp items out of reach

πŸ§“ ELDERLY & ACCESSIBILITY SAFETY

☐ Handrails installed on stairs

☐ Non-slip flooring provided

☐ Clear movement pathways

☐ Night lighting available

☐ Furniture arranged for easy mobility

🏑 OUTDOOR & COMPOUND SAFETY

☐ Walkways even and dry

☐ Wells and tanks covered

☐ Fuel and tools stored safely

☐ Generator placed in ventilated area

☐ Fence and gates secured

🧯 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

☐ Emergency exits clear

☐ Fire extinguisher accessible

☐ Torchlights and backup power available

☐ Basic first-aid knowledge

☐ Nearest hospital and fire service identified

βœ” HOUSEKIA SAFETY COMMITMENT

Housekia is committed to promoting safer homes, better building practices, and smarter housing decisions.

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