Pool safety is an important aspect of above ground pools because many families with young children have installed them in their backyards. Accidental drowning and deaths can be the unfortunate result of taking this form of entertainment too lightly. So, amidst the fun and excitement of owning a new pool, parents and children alike need to observe safe practices and behaviors. Safety products are also available to help promote a safe pool experience.
A-frame ladders now come with a rung section that swings up and locks into place to prevent small children from gaining access to the pool when no adult is present. Pool fencing is also available to attaches onto the top ledge of the above ground pool. This additional 2 feet of PVC fencing material satisfies industry height requirements to restrict access to the pool by small children.
Various pool alarms send out a very loud alerting signal if the surface of the water is disturbed and creates a wave of a certain height. These devices also sound a remote alarm at the house or the location of choice so the owner can react quickly. Gate alarms alert the pool owner if someone enters the pool area through the gate.
Common sense solutions can avoid problems. For example, never stretch wiring of any kind across an open walkway where someone can trip over it. Do not bring glassware anywhere near the pool area. Broken glass can cause damage to both people and the pool liner. Prohibit running around the pool deck or near the edge of the pool. Never allow diving in an above ground pool because the risk of personal injury due to the shallowness of the water is very real. Most above ground pools have a maximum water depth of 4 feet and cannot accommodate a dive. Head trauma, neck injuries, partial or full paralysis, even death can result from this unfortunate practice.
Never allow small children to be near the pool area unsupervised, even if it is only for a minute. Emergencies happen when we least expect them, so have another person nearby when using the pool. That person should have ready access to a fully charged cell phone just in case he needs to call 911. When someone is in the pool, occasionally observe how she is doing. The swimmer may be tired or in trouble and need assistance.
Take a lifesaving course that includes CPR. Have actual lifesaving equipment stationed conveniently around the perimeter of the pool. A life ring, a safety pole, a safety rope and an orange air buoy are all items that could help to save a life. Blow-up toys are not lifesaving devices because the air may suddenly evacuate and the toy can sink.
Monitor pool filters closely because of the pressure that builds up inside of them. Instructions from the manufacturers warn of possible explosion, bodily harm and even death if pressure builds up too high within the canister.
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