Section 1-F: Safety and Accident Prevention Review
Safety and Accident Prevention in the Adult Foster Care Home | Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc.
Staff Training • Michigan AFC • 2 CEUs
Safety and Accident Prevention in the Adult Foster Care Home
Strengthen everyday safety in your adult foster care home. Learn how to prevent accidents,
respond to emergencies in the home, maintain fire safety, drive safely with residents on board,
and use wheelchair tie-downs correctly — all through the lens of Michigan Adult Foster Care requirements.
Review the most common household emergencies in adult foster care, how to spot early warning signs,
and the step-by-step responses that keep residents safe and calm.
Safe Driving Techniques
Explore practical safety techniques for transporting residents, including pre-trip checks,
defensive driving habits, and managing distractions in real-world AFC settings.
Fire Safety & Preparedness
Reinforce fire safety basics for AFC homes — from equipment checks and staff training to
evacuation planning and resident drills that respect mobility and cognitive limitations.
Wheelchair Tie-Down Safety
Learn safe and proper usage of wheelchair tie-downs and lap belts in vehicles to reduce fall
risk, prevent injury, and maintain dignity during all transportation.
What You’ll Gain
2 CEUs designed for Michigan Adult Foster Care continuing education requirements.
Clear procedures for responding to home emergencies and preventing resident injury.
Improved knowledge of fire safety, drills, and evacuation planning for AFC environments.
Stronger practices for safe driving and proper use of wheelchair tie-down systems.
A downloadable certificate of completion for your personnel and licensing records.
This course complements your broader in-service program and supports a safety-focused culture in
every Michigan Adult Foster Care home you operate or manage.