According to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, 390 deaths per year on average are attributed to drowning in a swimming pool. And, 75% of these deaths occurred at a swimming pool located in a private residence. Unfortunately, children younger than 5 years old accounted for 76% of these cases. In 77% of these deaths, the children were missing for less than 5 minutes!
Here is something important to remember. Young children are fascinated by the water in a swimming pool. The shimmering, blue water just naturally attracts them to it. And, here is the second most important thing to remember. Young children drowning is usually a very quiet thing.
If you're a homeowner and have children, please install a pool fence if you don't already have one (read Our Story here). If you're thinking about installing a swimming pool, a pool fence is a must-have. Or, if you're going to buy a house with a swimming pool, don't hesitate to install a pool fence barrier as soon as soon as you complete the purchase.
Here's Our List Of Guidelines For Installing A Swimming Pool Fence
When installing a swimming pool fence, here are some common guidelines to follow:
- A minimum pool fence height of 4 feet.
- No light weight furniture should be maintained near the fence that would enable children to climb over.
- No low rising walls or trees should be near the fence.
- The fence must have no hand or foot hols that would enable children to climb over.
- Self-closing and locking gates that only an adult can open are a must-have.
- Pool fence supports should not be further than 36 inches apart.
- Important reminder... a swimming pool fence is only a deterrent and adult supervision is always important!
Thus, for more information on how you can acquire the safest removable swimming pool fence, give Life Saver Of Houston a call at (832) 367-2377. Or, Email Us at wayne@bestpoolfencehouston.com
