* What are the most common types of accidents?
Accidents are classified into various categories, which are generally determined by the cause and the persons or things involved in the occurrence. Some of the most common types of accidents are:
– Home accidents
– Highway accidents involving vehicles
– Workplace accidents
According to one study, 40 % of accidents take place at home, particularly for child-related injuries.
* Where do most accidents occur?
Most home accidents occur in living or dining rooms. These are the places where children spend most of their time. On the other hand, the kitchen is also a common place for accidents at home because of sharp objects and hot surfaces. Slipping cases typically occur on stairs.
* What is the most common childhood accident and what can I do to prevent it?
Collision of the child with an object at home is one of the most common types of accidents for children. Often, they are hit with a falling object because they didn’t see it coming, or they collide with something when they fall. Another common childhood accident is swallowing a foreign object.
Keeping your toddlers away from objects larger than they are is one of the best ways to prevent childhood accidents. Also, keeping small, swallowable objects away from them is wise.
* How can I make my bathroom safer?
Bathrooms are tough because of their hard, slippery tiles and wet surfaces. Accidents like slipping can be a common problem. Safety should be prioritized for your bathrooms; here are some tips for you:
– Install at least one grab bar in your bath tub and one in your shower.
– Bathroom electrical outlets should have waterproof covers. Remember that you are wet while bathing, so an exposed outlet can result in electrical accidents.
– Maintain a slip-resistant bathroom by keeping it clean and as dry as possible, especially the floor tiles.
Considering factors for your convenience and safety will ensure a safer bathroom.
* What happens when you call 911?
The 911 telephone number was implemented to provide dependable emergency service 24 hours a day seven days a week. When you call 911, an emergency dispatcher answers your call and asks you important questions like what, where, and who. They then send immediate aid to the area of incident.
You should never call 911 unless it’s a true emergency, and if you do call in an emergency, you should stay on the line until the dispatcher tells you it’s all right to hang up. Many times, the people who phone 911 in an emergency are so rattled that they hang up before the operator has all the information required to send the necessary help.