I managed to get myself up and to work. The non-stop pain, however, sent me to the doctor with two severely swollen, sprained ankles and a broken finger on my right hand. Home accidents are among the leading causes of personal injuries. My grandfather thought he could still do it all after entering his 80s. He fell while cleaning gutters on his home and never was the same again.
Home is where the hazards live.
As Americans spend more time working on projects around the house, they are subject to more safety risks posed by seemingly simple tasks such as lawn work or house painting. A survey conducted by MSA Safety Works of Pittsburgh, a major manufacturer of safety equipment, found most people avoid wearing safety equipment because it's uncomfortable or they do not know how to use it. More homeowners need to get comfortable with protective wear. Ear plugs or muffs can save your hearing while operating noisy tools. Dust masks can guard people with seasonal allergies against pollen and dust.