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Program tool 9. Is your centre safe and activity-friendly?

Page 3 - Throughout your centre

checkmark What to check What to do if you if this is a problem
Yes No Floors are dry

Indicate wet floors with proper signs.

Encourage members to remove their wet footwear at the front door and bring dry shoes.

Comments:

 
Yes No Floors are not slippery

If floor surfaces are slippery, a carpet or rubber runner in the hallways and non-slip mats can help to minimize risk of falling.

You can purchase runners and non-slip mats at your local hardware or department store.

Comments:

 
Yes No Floor mats are completely smooth (no ripples or tears) and have a non-skid backing

Replace torn or worn mats.

Tape mats to the floor if needed.

Check mats to ensure no ripples or tears.

You can purchase non-slip mats at local hardware or department store.

Comments:

 
Yes No Floor mats are secured to the floor, cannot be lifted up with foot Secure mats with tape all around the edges.

Comments:

 
Yes No Pathways and hallways are clear of hazards

Have one of your members responsible to inspect and report hazards to you on a weekly basis.

Comments:

 
Yes No All seating are sturdy (does not move when you sit down)

Check furniture used by members to make sure it is sturdy. Do this on a regular basis, for example, every season.

Replace unsafe furniture.

Comments:

 
Yes No Chairs have armrests and are at a functional height at or above knee level

Identify strategies to help raise fund for sturdy chairs.

Secure a firm foam pad to the seat of the chair with velcro to make it higher.

Comments:

 
Yes No There is proper lighting (60-100 watts) in hallways and in every room Use 60-100 watts light bulbs throughout your centre.

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Yes No There are posters or bulletin boards that encourage active living

Put up posters or have information on bulletin boards to encourage members to take the stairs.

Put up posters throughout the centre or have information on bulletin boards with the benefits of active living

Put up pictures of members who include regular physical activity in their lives.

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Active Independent Aging was a joint venture between the University of Ottawa and the Public Health and Long-term Care Branch, City Of Ottawa. For more information please visit our website at: www.falls-chutes.com. Funding provided by Health Canada/Veterans Affairs Canada Falls Prevention Initiative. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the official policies of Health Canada, Veterans Affairs Canada, the University of Ottawa and the Public Health and Long-term Care Branch, City Of Ottawa. The information in this handout is current as of 2004.

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