Roofs above entrances should be equipped with gutters and snow guards to prevent buildup at entryway. All steps should have handrailings for support. These should extend 12 inches to 18 inches beyond the top and bottom steps. Minimum recommended width of space between handrails is 3 feet to 4 feet. All risers and treads should be uniform in size.
Falls are a major source of injury to older people.
Choose a no-wax finish and clean up spills promptly. All interior doors should have a free space of 30 inches. Hallways should be short, free of turns or furniture and at least 3 feet to 4 feet wide. These should be mounted on walls around the bathtub or in the shower. They should be nonbreakable and withstand a pull of 220 pounds.