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Other Equipment to Keep Pools Safe
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A motorized pool cover operated by a switch that meets the standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) adds to the protection of your children but should not be used in place of the fence between your house and the pool.
Keep rescue equipment (such as a shepherd's hook or life preserver) and a telephone by the pool. Avoid air-filled "swimming aids" because they are not a substitute for approved life vests and can be dangerous.
Anyone watching young children around a pool should learn CPR and be able to rescue a child if needed. Even fencing around your pool and using a pool cover will not prevent all drowning. Remove all toys from the pool after use so children aren't tempted to reach for them. After the children are done swimming, secure the pool so they can't get back into it.
Remember, teaching your child how to swim DOES NOT mean your child is safe in water.
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