Each Year in the U.S., over 1,000 Children Die Because of Careless Lifeguards, Pool Maintenance Staff, and Property Managers. Most of These Accidents are Preventable.
Known for its warm weather year-round, it is not surprising that many families in San Diego have pools of their own or access to residential pools. Yet, because of negligence from property managers, lifeguards, and pool maintenance staff, serious accidents and injuries can occur in the blink of an eye--accidents that are completely preventable with some ordinary care.
Each year in the U.S. over 1,000 children die and 5,000 others are hospitalized due to swimming related accidents. In fact, swimming pool related accidents are the second leading cause of death for children under the age of 14.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission Has Provided the Following Guidelines for Swimming Pool Safety.
- Do not use flotation devices as a substitute for adult supervision.
- Never leave a child unsupervised near or around a pool. During parties at or near a pool, have someone be designated as the pool supervisor. When adults become preoccupied with other things, children are at risk.
- Do not allow a young child in or around the pool without an adult.
- If a child is missing, check the pool first. Every second counts in preventing death or disability.
- Instruct babysitters about potential pool hazards to young children and about the use of safety devices, such as door alarms and latches.
- Learn CPR.
- Keep rescue and safety equipment by the pool. Be sure a phone is poolside with emergency numbers posted.
- Remove all toys in and around the pool when not being used. Toys can draw young children to the pool.
- Never prop open the gate to a pool.
Learning pool safety is necessary to ensure the health and wellness of our children. Even if a child is injured in a pool accident, it can cause mental and emotional damage in the child.
If your child has been injured or killed in a swimming pool accident in San Diego, you need the advice of an experienced personal injury attorney immediately. A negligent pool owner who fails to post warning signs or comply with other safety regulations may be sued for wrongful death or for injuries caused on his property due to his negligence. Call the Jurewitz Law Group at 888-233-5020 for a free case review.
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