According to a report by the WHO, drowning is one of the top five causes of death among children under 15 in many countries. In the United States, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death among children under 15. The majority of drowning-related deaths occur in residential locations such as homes and neighbor pools. Hence, it’s crucial for parents, guardians, and swimming pool owners to know these swimming pool safety tips to prevent any child fatalities.

Constant Supervision

According to CDC, lack of close supervision increases the risk of drowning. A lifeguard or parent with swimming skills and CPR knowledge should always be present near children in a pool. Avoid any distractions as it takes a few minutes for any fatality to occur. 77% of home drowning accident victims had been missing for less than five minutes. Furthermore, experts recommend adults give children basic swimming lessons to keep themselves afloat during emergencies until help arrives.

Install a Pool Barrier

Children love having fun throughout their day and can enter a swimming pool whenever the opportunity arises. However, if an adult isn’t present, the risk of an injury is high. Installing a pool barrier such as a barricade or fence can prevent children from entering the pool when it’s off-limits. A four-sided fence can prevent the risk of a child drowning by 83% compared to a three-sided fence. Our pool contractors can build a four-sided fence around your pool with a secure gate and lock system.

Build a Shallower Pool

It is reported that 75% of drowning-related deaths of children under the age of 15 occurred in a pool at a private residence. Our professional pool contractor can build shallow pools in residential locations to prevent any unfortunate events of children drowning. On the other hand, diving into shallow pools unsupervised can cause an impact on the pool floor and result in physical injuries. Ensure you teach your children to avoid diving in shallow pools without your supervision as it can lead to severe injuries.

Perfect Pools has a team of skilled swimming pool designers and pool builders who construct swimming pools with safety as their number one priority. We’ve catered to many families across Northern Virginia with our award-winning pool build services. Contact us now for more information on our services.