Its fair to say that at some retirement villages and independent living communities there may be a number of residents who may be more at high risk of trips and falls if the correct lighting is not available in various places around the complex. Proper lighting in the...
This blog has a focus on electrical safety and it’s worth taking a minute to take this in… Whether it be technology; laptops, tablets, smartphones and TVs, or household appliances, such as kettles, toasters, washing machines, dishwashers and vacuum cleaners, it is...
Electrical Safety is paramount in independent living and retirement homes. There are many things that need to be considered in order to ensure the comfort, safety and well-being of all residents. When thinking about the buildings and grounds of such facilities, we...
One of Australia’s favourite traditions is jumping into your backyard pool to cool off on a hot day. However, there can be perils in the pool water. While you think you may have a safe pool because of the mandatory presence of pool fences and signs, there is a type of...
Thanks to the severe storms that hit Brisbane on February 11th, which resulted in a Ferny Grove boy being struck by lightning while taking a shower mid storm, there has been a lot of discussion about whether it is safe to take a shower or bath during a storm. It was...
You don’t need a massive storm for your home to be affected by lightning. Recently Brisbane had a late Autumn storm, with only one or two lightning bolts in amongst the storm clouds. Unfortunately, one lightning bolt was all that it took to severely damage a house in...
