Elderly Home Safety Audit: Fall Prevention Checklist

Elderly Home Safety Audit: Fall Prevention Checklist

For seniors recovering from a fall or surgery.

1. Bathroom Safety (High Risk Zone)

• [ ] Grab Bars: Installed inside the shower AND next to the commode? (Towel racks are not weight-bearing).
• [ ] Non-Slip Mats: Are there rubberized suction mats inside and outside the bathing area?
• [ ] Commode Height: Is the seat raised to prevent “plopping,” which can cause hip fractures?

2. Bedroom & Lighting

• [ ] Path Clearance: Are all loose rugs, electrical cords, and clutter removed from the walking path?
• [ ] Night Lighting: Are there motion-sensor night lights from the bed to the bathroom?
• [ ] Bed Height: Can the senior sit on the edge of the bed with feet flat on the floor? (Too high/low increases fall risk).

3. Clinical & Mobility Monitoring

• [ ] Footwear: Is the senior wearing “Anti-skid” socks or firm-soled shoes indoors? (Avoid loose slippers).
• [ ] Vitals Monitoring: Is Blood Pressure checked specifically when moving from sitting to standing (Orthostatic Hypotension check)?
• [ ] Medication Review: Are any medicines causing dizziness or drowsiness? (Common cause of 2:00 AM falls).

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