Home Safety Quiz

Which of the following is a recommended way to reduce fall hazards in the home?

• Use slippery rugs

• Clear clutter and electrical cords

• Avoid using handrails

• Ignore worn carpet edges

What should you install in bathrooms to help prevent falls?

• Night-lights

• Step stools

• Handrails and grab bars

• High cabinets

Why is it important to replace burned-out light bulbs and use night-lights?

• To save electricity

• To improve home decor

• To reduce fall hazards

• To increase room temperature

What should you use to reach high cabinets or shelves safely?

• A chair

• A table

• A step stool or ladder

• A broom

What should you pay attention to in unfamiliar places to prevent falls?

• The weather

• Your surroundings

• The time of day

• Your footwear

What should you do before using chemicals to ensure safe use?

• Ignore the label directions

• Read and follow label directions

• Mix chemicals together

• Use chemicals without any protection

Where should chemicals be stored to prevent access by children and pets?

• In the kitchen

• In the bathroom

• In original containers in a locked area

• In open containers on a shelf

What protective equipment should be worn when using chemicals?

• Sunglasses

• Sandals

• Goggles, gloves, or a mask

• A hat

How should chemicals be disposed of?

• Pour them down the drain

• Throw them in the trash

• Dispose of them as described on the label

• Leave them outside

What should you do before eating a plant?

• Eat it immediately

• Do not eat it unless you are certain about its safety

• Cook it without checking

• Assume it is safe