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Keep Your Pool Area Safe with a Home Security System

Keep Your Pool Area Safe

Swimming is a popular summertime activity. However, without proper precautions, the pool can be extremely dangerous.  According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the fifth leading cause of unintentional injury death in the United States, and children ages one to four have the highest drowning rates.  If you have a home swimming pool, consider installing security equipment to keep your children and the pool area safe.

Use Technology to Increase Pool Security

There are many benefits of using home security equipment and other related technologies to strengthen pool security. Protect your pool with these actions:

  • Enclose the pool area with tall, self-locking fences. Keep intruders and unsupervised children out by installing tall fences to protect your pool area.
  • Install gate contacts and water level detectors. Place contacts on gates so you’ll know when they’re opened and install water level detectors to prevent flooding or filter damage.
  • Position outdoor video surveillance around the area. Monitor your pool and the surrounding area even when you are not in the vicinity.
  • Use a sturdy pool cover when your pool is not in use. Keep your pool covered when not in use to prevent unsupervised children from jumping in.

Keep Your Children Safe In and Around The Water

Your children have increased access to water if you own a home swimming pool. Chances are they will be spending time splashing around in your backyard this summer. To reduce the likelihood of unintentional injury or death, you must be vigilant.

Consider these precautionary measures to ensure your children’s safety:

  • Supervise your children when in or around water. Avoid distractions, such as electronics, that could divert your attention away from their safety.
  • Enforce clearly defined rules. Make sure that your children fully understand rules, such as no diving in shallow water or running near the pool.
  • Clear the pool area of toys and inflatables when not in use. Keep the area surrounding your pool clear to lessen the chances of accidental injuries.
  • Require young or inexperienced swimmers to wear life jackets or inflatable devices. Ensure swimmers stay afloat with appropriate safety equipment.
  • Consider enrolling your children in swimming lessons. Teach your children how to swim as an additional proactive safekeeping.

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