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HOUSEKIA HOME SAFETY CHECKLIST

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Your trusted housing industry marketplace Safe 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

Safe homes. Better living.

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

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

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

BATHROOM SAFETY

Non-slip mats installed

Floors kept dry

Water temperature controlled

Electrical appliances stored away from water

Grab bars installed for elderly users

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

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

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

HOUSEKIA SAFETY COMMITMENT

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

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