Kitchen Safety Tips for Seniors
Though the kitchen may bring families and friends together, kitchen safety should always be a priority. The idea is to make happy memories, not dangerous ones, whether you're trying out a new dish, entertaining friends, or cooking with your family around the holidays. Many precautions can be taken in the kitchen to avoid hazards and catastrophes. Here are some quick kitchen safety recommendations for seniors: Preventative Measures · Check your smoke detectors on a regular basis and maintain a spare set of batteries on hand. · To reach smoke alarms or other kitchen objects that are out of reach, keep a step stool available. · To avoid reaching overhead, keep your heaviest objects at waist level while keeping kitchen supplies. · Keep a fire extinguisher on hand and a current fire escape plan. · To prevent fires, don't leave your cooking unattended, and keep an eye on what's around your equipment. · Clothi