Participate in the RACV My Home survey and express your opinion on various aspects of residential living.
In a bid to gather insights about Australian homeowners' experiences, concerns, and expectations regarding home safety and future living trends, RACV has launched the My Home survey. This research initiative aims to provide RACV and policymakers with data-driven insights to improve home safety standards and prepare Australians for future challenges through informed home design and safety innovations.
The survey covers a wide range of topics, including home safety features, risk perceptions (e.g., natural disasters), preparedness measures, home security, and preferences for home design and technology that could improve safety and resilience. It also explores emerging trends and innovations that homeowners are interested in adopting to future-proof their residences against evolving risks.
One of the key focus areas of the survey is the safety of older Victorians. The survey aims to ascertain if older Victorians feel as safe as others in their homes. Senior Victorians living in a granny flat, apartment, or downsized property will provide valuable input in the survey.
DIY jobs around the home can be cost-effective, but many require the use of a ladder. However, ladder falls in the home are on the rise in Victoria, with nearly half of Victorians falling from a ladder requiring a trip to the hospital. Proper locks, security cameras, alarms, and outdoor lighting are examples of home security options available to Victorians. Burglary is a concern for many Victorians, with common entry-point targets including garages and front doors. Learning to burglar-proof your home is key to improving home security.
The survey also addresses the issue of domestic kitchen fire accidents, which can occur due to irregular home maintenance, faulty appliances, or distraction while cooking. Victorians can be faced with floods, bushfires, or earthquakes. Some Victorians are retrofitting their homes to make them more resilient.
The survey takes around eight minutes to complete and asks Victorians to rate the safety of their homes, report on what they do to keep their homes safe, and have their say on what they think homes of the future will look like. Renters can make certain changes to properties without the landlord's permission, such as installing picture hooks and upgrading lights to energy-efficient LED bulbs.
After the survey closes, the results will be released to the public and shared with government and stakeholders to inform them about what safety in the home means to Victorians and how they can work together to make people feel safer. The survey will be live for six weeks and will join RACV's Have your say series, including the RACV My Melbourne Road and RACV My Country Road surveys, that listen to Victorians about their experiences and concerns.
Renters' home safety is often reliant on landlords or rental providers, putting renters in a unique position to report on home safety. Household maintenance jobs such as electrical work, major plumbing work, roof repairs, and anything to do with gas are best left to qualified tradespeople. However, renters can still contribute valuable insights into their living conditions and safety concerns.
In summary, the RACV My Home survey is a significant initiative that aims to improve home safety standards and prepare Victorians for future challenges. It covers home safety, disaster preparedness, security, and future living preferences related to technology and building trends. By participating in the survey, Victorians can help shape a safer and more resilient living environment for everyone.
- Participants in the RACV My Home survey, which is focused on home safety and future living trends, will be provided with an opportunity to share their thoughts on home-and-garden design trends that could improve safety and resilience.
- In addition to addressing home safety features and disaster preparedness, the RACV My Home survey also touches upon home improvement, particularly with regards to identifying and adopting innovations that homeowners can use to future-proof their residences against evolving risks.
