Is there a way to prevent accidents from occurring?
Keep the litter box clean so the cat will use it every time. A dirty litter box may deter them from using it. If your kitten starts to have accidents you should leave the kitten in a smaller area with the litter box, food and water while you are away during the day so that they cannot wander too far from the litter box. Do this for two or three days and you should be able to give your kitten the run of the house without problems shortly thereafter. Clean the litter box completely at least once a week: empty out the litter and excrement, rinse and clean with soapy water. Dry the litter box and refill it with fresh litter.