Did you know that 1/3 of all childhood drownings occur in backyard pools?
That’s according to Stephanie Bakalar – Communications Coordinator, Life Saving Society of Ontario. She says that although each municipality sets it’s own guidelines for pool fencing, they recommend the erection of four sided fencing,
It is also recommended that if there is an entry to the area through your home, that you install an alarm on it so that a child can’t gain access without your knowledge.
She says that while prevention is important, the most important thing to consider as a parent is supervision,
Education is also a vital aspect, making sure that your kids know how to be safe in your pool, says Bakalar,
On the Lifesaving Society’s website, they have a backyard pool safety inspection and checklist which can help you decide what’s missing from your own setup – lifesavingsociety.com/water-safety/backyard-pools/safety-guidelines-and-checklist.aspx
Written by: B. Shakyaver
