Before the Independence Day holiday, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued its July 4th Pool Safety Reminder, noting that prior July 4th drownings should serve as a warning for this Independence Day. Now, the CPSC is renewing is earlier pool safety reminder in the face of 90 new child drownings. The Commission’s … [Read more...] about CPSC Renews Pool Safety Reminder, Following 90 New Child Drownings

Child drownings in pools and spas remain a leading cause of death, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns. The Commission just kicked off the summer swimming season and the third year of its “Pool Safely: Simple Steps Save Lives campaign.” Campaign information can be accessed here. This year, “Pool Safety's” focus … [Read more...] about Child Drownings In Pools, Spas Still A Leading Cause Of Death

With summer upon us, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) notes that portable swimming pools pose dangers to children. Parents should be aware of pool safety and understand that although presented as offering great family fun, the Commission notes that the seemingly innocuous pools present deadly dangers. Consider … [Read more...] about CPSC Says Portable Swimming Pools Pose Dangers