Homeowners have been reminded about the dangers faced in their kitchens and given advice on how to ensure the room is as safe as possible.According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), the kitchen is the busiest room in the house, as well as being one of the most frequently remodelled.As such, the organisation has offered individuals a few simple guidelines to improve safety, the Seattle Times reports.Kitchen taps with anti-scald devices can help to prevent water temperature from rising to dangerous levels, while pressure-balanced valves equalize hot and cold water, the body explains.In addition, the NKBA recommends installing slip-resistant flooring, such as matte-finished wood or laminate, to stop any accidents occurring.Cook tops with burners in a staggered layout or one straight row can help prevent scalds from reaching over boiling pots. For the same reason, cook top controls should be along the side or in the front, the news provider reports.