Safety First

I fell down the stairs yesterday morning on my way to they gym at 5:30. It was early. The stairway was dark. And I had put a book on the stairs so I would remember it for one of my students. That book will NEVER be forgotten.

Just a little FYI on falling, from ever-safety-conscious Nancy:

• Falls kill over 12,000 people a year, with 1,200 deaths occurring at work. (Lucky I didn't die!)
• Falls are the biggest cause of accidental death after traffic incidents. (Don't worry, I was involved in both yesterday. Again, I'm apparently extra lucky to be alive!)
• Falls are the most common cause of deadly incidents at home.
• Thirty-three thousand people a year are disabled from falling on stairs. (I think I'll recover, although my swimming career which has recently skyrocketed may be put on hold for a minute, my shoulder is REALLY sore.)
• Many people are injured with strains, sprains, and broken and fractured bones from falls each year. (I think I fit into THIS category.)
• Most falling incidents can be prevented if you look where you’re going, know what hazards to look for, and maintain a clean and safe work area. (Yes, this is key.)