Preventing Falls in the Elderly
Quick Facts...
• The risk of falling increases with age
and is greater for women than for men.
• Two-thirds of those who experience
a fall will fall again within six months.
• At least one-third of all falls in the
elderly involve environmental
hazards in the home.
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MagicSeal AntiSlip | Australia
AnitSlip Proofing that works .....
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The AntiSlip solution for Slip & Fall Accidents…
We make dangerous floors and bathtubs safe when wet.
The wetter the floor the more effective the slip-resistance.
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Defining the problem – seeking a new safety culture:
In economic terms, falls cost the Australian Society more than any other cause of injury. The relatively low mortality costs reflect the fact that deaths due to falls occur predominantly among the elderly. It is a sobering thought that one study found that of those elderly admitted to hospital after a fall, only about 50% will survive for more than one year.
Public liability claims show that at least 86% of falls are preventable. The risks that we face are similar whether at home, at work or in public areas.
Reducing the level of risk in public areas will benefit everyone, but particularly those who are less able bodied.
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AntiSlip microscopically treats the surface of your floor or fixture in a way that brings back the natural treads in the surface material. So, when a floor or a bathtub is wet, it still allows you to feel surefooted. AntiSlip is a clear, chemical treatment that increases the co-efficient of friction and the safety of the surface when wet.
AntiSlip solution goes on clear and will not yellow. There is no change in the durability or appearance of the surface. There is no noticeable change in the surface texture and you do not have to stop traffic when it is being applied.
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Clean the area (it does not have to be dry). It does not have to be “eat off the floor clean”, but all grease, oils and waxes must be removed
Spray, mop, sponge. AntiSlip to the surface.
Let Stand for minimum of 20 minutes.
Rinse AntiSlip off with clean water.
Seal with our multi Purpose sealer.
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• Can be applied to tiles and grout
• Can be applied to any surface
• It is Environmentally friendly
• It is V.O.C. Compliant
• It is invisible on application
• Apply to horizontal & vertical surfaces.
• Blocks moisture that causes mildew
• Use on porous and non-porous surfaces
• Allows treated surfaces to breathe
• Resists efflorescence & freeze thaw damage
• Reduces water vapor transmission
• It is highly resist to UV degradation
• It too easy to apply—just spray it on!
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