Stairways and steps should be well lit and kept free from obstruction and any floor coverings maintained in good condition.
If Risk Assessments requires hand rails they should be solid and fixed correctly to the walls.
Every day in the UK, 1000 people will fall on the stairs or on steps. Some of these falls will be fatal. Almost 65% of people who fall are over the age of 65 years.
It is possible to take some simple steps to minimize the risk of falling, steps which may save a life
If you care for someone who is unable to negotiate stairs at times, purchase stair gates and place at each end of the stairs.
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