OTHER REHABILITATION ISSUES IN SCI: HOME SAFETY
AND MODIFICATIONS: MECHANICAL AND ACCESSIBILITY ISSUES: LIGHT SWITCHES AND
LIGHTING
Light Switches and Lighting
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Light switches placed at a height between 3 feet and 3 feet 6 inches; if
adjacent to a door, light switch positioned horizontal to the door handle
for easy in locating it; two-way light switches at staircases and hallways;
no more than 2 switches per light plate
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For persons with limited hand or finger mobility, rocker action switches,
light switch extenders, wireless remote control switches, cord switches,
dimmer switches, timer switches, and/or pull chains are recommended
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Wall-bracket lighting, placed within easy reach, is convenient, accessible
for light bulb changing, and stable when securely fastened to the wall
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Table lamps with wide bases for maximum stability, pull chains, or
pressure-sensitive switches
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Fuses and circuit-breakers within easy reach
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Power strips of switches and outlets, alongside the bed to control lights,
TV, stereo, radio, etc., and in the kitchen to control these items and appliances
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