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Pool Safety

By , About.com GuideJuly 25, 2010

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An open gate is not a good pool safety practice - Photo by Andy Sotiriou / Getty ImagesIn response to reports of more than 210 child drowning and near drowning accidents in pools and spas just since Memorial Day Weekend, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and its partners are launching a new Pool Safely campaign.

Parents can watch the Pool Safely educational videos on YouTube and learn the seven Pool Safely steps, including:

  • Supervision
  • Fencing
  • Pool and Spa Covers
  • Alarms
  • Safety Drain Covers
  • Swimming Lessons
  • Learning CPR

Parents and other caregivers should be sure to watch all of the Pool Safely videos if there is any chance that their kids will be in or around the water this summer, whether it is at home, a hotel, or when visiting friends or family.

Related:
Drowning Prevention - Water Safety Tips
Swim Lessons for Kids
Learn CPR
Removable Mesh Pool Fence

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