According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) most people spend over 90% of their time indoors. You can help make your home a healthier place for you and your family to live in by following the simple tips below:
Keep it Clean
- To keep dust mites at bay in the bedroom, put allergy-control covers on mattresses and pillows, and be sure to wash bedding weekly in hot water and dry on high heat.
Keep it Well-Ventilated
- Good ventilation reduces indoor pollution. Open up your windows to allow for natural ventilation during mild weather and air exchanges while cleaning. Keep windows operable and unobstructed so it’s easy to do so.
Keep it Dry
- Check plumbing fixtures to be sure connections are tight, seals properly functioning, and pipes free of cracks or other signs of deterioration.
Keep it Safe
- Keep your floors clear of anything that may cause tripping. Pick up hazards such as toys, shoes and magazines.
Keep it Pest-free
- Roaches and rodents can trigger asthma and allergies. They need food, water, warmth, and shelter to survive. You can control roaches, mice, and other pests by making these things hard to get.
Keep it Contaminant-free
- Don’t allow smoking in your house.
Read more about keeping your home healthier and other safety issues in Environmental Health & Safety's "Speaking of Safety" blog.
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