Support at Home — Home Safety & Risk Assessment
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Consumer Detail
Part A: WHS Screening
To be completed before Home Visit
Does the participant has a history of aggressive behaviour or mental health issues
Is there Pets at the premises of visiting
Does the participant or other member of the premises have Weapons or potential weapons
Is there known infectious illnesses recorded for people who living in the property
Is there known family conflict of the participant
Does the participant has known communication barriers
Is there a safety risk for parking
Outside the Home
Part B: Home Visit
House number and street name are clearly visible
The gate is easy to open
Steps, access ramps, footpaths and public areas in good repair (e.g. surface is level)
Steps, access ramps, footpaths and entrances are free from clutter and obstruction
Garage and garden shed are free from clutter and securely locked
Garden tools (e.g. hose, rake, broom) are in good repair, easy to access and kept tidy
Clothes line is in good repair, easy to access and within comfortable reach
Entrance and Hallways
Part B: Home Visit
Doorbell or door knocker is in good repair
Passageways are cleared from clutter and obstruction
Exits are free from clutter and obstruction
Stairs and Steps
If applicable
Stairs and steps are in good repair and well lit
Stairways are cleared from clutter and obstruction
Hand rails are in good repair and within comfortable reach to navigate stairs and/or steps
Light switch at the top and bottom of stairways
Bathroom
Part B: Home Visit
Adequate lighting for safe access and navigation
Shower recess is easy to access (e.g. no access over bath, raised edge or hob)
Grab rails are in good repair and within comfortable reach to assist with getting in and out of the shower and/or on and off the toilet
Flexible handheld shower hose is in good repair and accessible
Soap and shampoo are within easy reach
Other safety equipment are in good repair, (Shower chair, anti slipper mat, etc.)
Kitchen
Part B: Home Visit
Adequate lighting for safe access and navigation
Area is well ventilated
Stovetop and oven are in good repair and kept clear of any clutter or flammable materials
Electrical appliances and electrical cords are in good repair.
Regularly used items are within comfortable reach without climbing or bending
At least one smoke detector is installed on each level of the home and is functional
Medication
Part B: Home Visit
Medication are labelled and stored appropriately
Laundry
Part B: Home Visit
Adequate lighting for safe access and navigation
Area is well ventilated
Chemical products are labelled and stored appropriately
Housekeeping & Cleaning
Part B: Home Visit
Vacuum cleaner is in good repair and easy and practical to use
Broom, mop and bucket are in good repair and easy and practical to use
Bedroom
Part B: Home Visit
Bedroom is well lit or light can be easily switched on when in bed
Carpets and mats lie flat without wrinkles, curled or frayed edges. Flooring is even without trip hazards.
Living and Dining Room
Part B: Home Visit
Carpets and mats lie flat without wrinkles, curled or frayed edges. Flooring is even without trip hazards.
Furniture are arranged so that it is easy to walk around
Chairs and lounge are easy to get in and out of
Transport
Part B: Home Visit
Walking aids or wheelchairs are used as recommended by health professionals
Walking aids or wheelchairs are in good repair.
Difficulties or issues of consumer while in travelling in vehicles are documented in care plan with appropriate strategies.
There is no manual handling or equipment usage risk to support workers.
Note: If Home safety risk is identified, a formal OT home safety assessment is strongly recommended and to implement intervention strategies to minimize the risks.