Home Safety

Over half of all falls occur at home, in the place where we spend most of our time. But identifying and addressing hazards can significantly reduce the risk of falls.

Slips, trips, and falls in the home are common, and may be related to: 

• Daily activities - Everyday tasks like getting in and out of bed or the bath and getting on or off a chair or the toilet can become challenging as we age, increasing the risk of falls.
• Home hazards - Hazards such as loose rugs, cluttered walkways, inadequate lighting, and slippery floors can all lead to falls.

Preventing Falls in and Around the Home

Falls prevention in and around the home often relies on "common sense," but it's not always easy to identify potential dangers. Our home safety section is designed to help you: 

• Identify hazards - Discover potential slip, trip, and fall hazards in your home. Learn how to spot risks like loose rugs, slippery surfaces and poor lighting.
• Take action - Find practical tips and step-by-step instructions on how to remove or reduce these hazards to create a safer living environment.

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Find local help and support

If you need advice, practical help, equipment, home support, care services or local activities and exercise classes, visit Help and Contacts to find services and support available in your area.

Find local support

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Further information and resources

You may also find the following organisations and resources useful for more information, advice and support related to this topic.

Visit our Home Safety section
Home adaptations, care services and equipment - NHS
Identifying hazards at home - NHSInform
Make your Home safer - Age UK
Avoiding falls within your home - RoSPA
Preventing falls checklist - RoSPA
Preventing falls in your home: a room-by-room guide - RoSPA (video)

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