According to the National Safety Council, slip and fall accident is the No. 2 killer in the US (2nd to auto accidents). About 25,000,000 slip and fall accidents happen each year causing 25,000 victims hospitalized every day and 100,000 permanent disabilities each year.

Once this happens, 65% of all man days are lost due to unexpected slip and falls. As a result, each occurrence will cause 5-10% increase in insurance rates and average camp. and medical cost of $15,000.

Bathroom accidents in bathtub or shower stall is the major concern for elderly and handicapped individuals or patients with reduced body control capabilities. In order to reduce the chance for such accidents, a shower chair,  shower bench or commode chair (commode seat) are commonly used by these people or their caregivers.