This handbook is written for workers in the field of home and community health care. Providing home support and assisting with the activities of daily living in a client's home can present special health and safety challenges. As home and community health workers, you perform a variety of different tasks, many of which put you at risk of injury.

This handbook was written to help you:
- Identify the types of activities that put you at risk of injury and illness
- Prevent injuries and illnesses
- Know what to do if you are hurt or ill
- Know your workplace rights and responsibilities

Includes a safety checklist to help you quickly identify hazards in the home.