As a parent, you know that pool safety is important, but it’s always good to get a refresher. As the weather is warming up and it’s Water Safety Month, it’s a great time to review water safety strategies for parents of young children. Drowning Risks The CDC reports that drowning is the fifth leading cause […]
Open Water Swimming Safety
Does your family enjoy spending time at the river, pond, or lake? Are you planning a trip to the beach? Swimming in open water is much different than swimming in a pool. In fact, Safe Kids Worldwide recently released a research report called “Hidden Hazards: An Exploration of Open Water Drowning and Risks for Kids” […]
Fatal Child Drownings Decline
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report that reveals that the number of reported swimming pool drowning fatalities involving children under age five has decreased by 17 percent since 2010. Although this number has decreased, drowning is still the leading cause of unintentional death for this population, as well as the […]
Water Safety 101
Poolside summer afternoons are a fun way to spend time with family and friends. As the weather gets warmer, it’s a good idea to review water safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this season. People of any age can be at risk of drowning, but it is a leading cause of […]
Pool Safety for Parents
On a hot summer day, there’s nothing more refreshing than a dip in the pool to cool off. But you’re not the only one who thinks so, and you may not always be able to keep an eye on the pool or pond in your backyard. Did you know that drowning is the number one […]
