Epilepsy & Construction
Private Dwellings
The type of safety considerations necessary in the construction of dwellings for private use by persons with epilepsy depend on the nature, severity and frequency of the seizures. » read more
Throughout the Building
Ensure adequate supply of electrical sockets to avoid trailing flexes. » read more
Emergency Evacuation Procedures
Care should always be taken to establish that people with epilepsy have successfully evacuated a building during an emergency. » read more
In the Bathroom
Structures, Fixtures & Usage: Showers are preferable to baths on safety grounds. » read more
In Bedrooms
Structures, Fixtures & Usage: Built in storage is preferable to freestanding furniture. » read more
Kitchen Areas
Structures, Fixtures & Usage: Built in cupboards are preferable to freestanding furniture. » read more
Garden, Patio or Drive
External Structures & Fixtures: Hard landscaping features such as patio surfaces, rockeries and statuary may be a hazard during falls. » read more
