The most dangerous areas of the house

Nearly half of all household accidents occur in the kitchen. But another dangerous area is definitely the bathroom.

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In Italy, domestic accidents are quite frequent, accounting for approximately 4 million each year, but they could be significantly reduced if we were more aware of the riskiest areas in every apartment: the kitchen and the bathroom. These two areas combined account for approximately two-thirds of all home accidents. But why are the kitchen and bathroom the most at-risk areas? And what can we do to avoid accidents?

In the kitchen, domestic accidents have various sources. The first is certainly that of stoves, ovens, and fryers: splashes of boiling oil and tipping of pans are among the most common causes of injuries. A good reason to learn the technique of frying, and make it tasty, healthy, and safe. Gas leaks also make cooking quite dangerous, and can be avoided simply with good maintenance and by notifying the gas company in the event of any problems or unusual situations (such as a persistent bad smell).

Then, still in the kitchen, there's the issue of using utensils. The kitchen is the place where sharp knives, slicers, graters, and can openers are handled daily.: 35% of injuries In the kitchen, it's linked to cutting tools. The most common injuries involve the upper limbs (hands and arms). Particular attention should be paid to the improper use of chairs in the kitchen, such as to reach pans, canned goods, or food stored on high shelves.

As for the floors, in the kitchen can become dangerous due to water drops, vapors, condensation or greasy residues (oil and fat). A good rule of thumb is that when the floors are washed No one enters the kitchen until everything is dry.

Finally, kitchens have the highest number of appliances (refrigerators, dishwashers, blenders, toasters) near sinks and water points. Handling electrical appliances with wet hands or feet dramatically increases the risk of electrocution.
And now we come to the other tricky area of ​​the house: the bathroom. Here, the greatest risk, especially for the elderly, is slipping on wet surfaces: water and soap residue reduce friction on floors and inside tubs and showers. In critical areas, such as the entrance to the shower or bathtub, it's always a good idea to place a rug. Few people know that water coming out of faucets can exceed 60°C, causing serious burns in a matter of seconds.

And finally, even in the bathroom, as in the kitchen, the risk associated with contact between water and electricity should not be underestimated: using appliances such as hair dryers or razors near sinks or tubs filled with water can cause fatal electrocutions.

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