Pool Safety at a Summer Pool Party!

 

Although pool party are a great way to celebrate the amazing summer weather, it's very important to take the appropriate safety precautions.  According to poolsafety.gov, there are, on average, about 4,200 pool related injuries to children younger than 15 each year!

Make sure an adult is monitoring the pool at all times!
On average 390 children drown a year, of which, 75% are under the age of 5.  The number one cause of children drowning is because no one is watching them.  It may not be intentional, but adults around the party watching the children often think that someone else is responsible for watching the water.

Full Infographic via Poolfence.com

We recommend having a safety talk with the children before they get in the pool, as well as, either hiring a lifeguard or designating a responsible adult as the pool watcher for the day.

Have a great 4th of July weekend, and remember to be safe!