Review 13.01-13.02Review 13.01-13.02Teen Living

Analyze how families and individuals manage living space

Personal SpacePersonal Space

The space which everyone needs for him/herself and his/her belongings

Too many people living in a small home means not enough private space

Furniture arrangement can create a sense of personal space in a shared room

Shared SpaceShared Space

Family space is shared when it is used by more than one person

The best way to manage shared space is to plan a schedule for use

Living space is invaded when a family member enters or searches another persons space

Sharing a room can teach shared responsibility which helps in other relationships

Space OrganizationSpace Organization

The key to organizing space is to group like items together

A good first step is to organize the items in a room, then find containers to store them in

Efficient storage keeps frequently used items easily accessible

Scaled Floor PlansScaled Floor Plans

When drawing a scaled floor plan, remember to use the same scale for furniture and the room

Scaled floor plans can help arrangement of furniture

Large pieces of furniture should be arranged first

Traffic PatternTraffic Pattern

Traffic pattern is the path that people walk through a room

Ideally people do not have to weave in and out around the furniture in a room or have a tight squeeze between furniture

Fire SafetyFire Safety

Plan and practice TWO escape routes in case of a fire

If a person catches on fire, they should Stop, Drop, and Roll

Smoke detectors should be placed at each level of the home

Home SafetyHome Safety

Falling is the most common cause of fatal home accidents

Medicines and poisons should be kept out of reach of children, behind locked doors

Most home poisonings involve young children

Poisonous items should be kept in original containers

Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety

To avoid electrical shock, unplug electrical appliances before cleaning them

Make sure hands are dry when using electrical appliances

Cords that are cut &/or have exposed wires should be replaced before use

Home SecurityHome Security

Security systems call local emergency numbers if a burglar tries to enter the house

Special monitors in the hallways and lobby can help people that live in apartments feel safe from break-ins

Smart HouseSmart House

Automation such as central on/off systems for lights