(HealthDayNews) — Elderly people are especially vulnerable to accidents in their homes.

To companies safeguard your home, the City of Ottawa suggests you make sure that:

• Floors are not slippery.
• Pathways are clear of extension cords and other objects.
• Rugs have no ripples or tears.
• Scatter mats are removed or taped to the floor.
• Low tables are removed from the middle of the living room floor.
• Chairs seo services have armrests and are the right height.
• Light fixtures have a minimum of 60-watt bulbs.
• Stepladders student loan calculator or step stools are sturdy, and the step surface is not slippery.