The Ultra Glide Sliding Glass Door Closer – for Added Safety for Your Pool

For added Pool Saftey ~ the Ultra Glide Sliding Glass Door Closer.

Gate Springs Work in Tandem with Your Pool Gate as an added Pool Barrier

DCS Pool Barriers is one of the leading providers in the Phoenix metro area for pool fencing, safety nets, and our patented Ultra Glide door. However, we also provide a few more products that are not as well known to our customers. One safety barrier is the gate spring.

Gate springs work in tandem with your pool fencing and pool gate to help pull the gate closed after someone has passed through it. This spring may seem like a simple addition to your pre-existing gate but it is standard regulation across many of Arizona’s counties; for example, Maricopa County’s website says that all fence gates “should have self-closing, self-latching mechanisms.” If you don’t have such a gate yet, DCS Pool Barriers can provide a brand new gate for you, or add a gate spring and correct latch to your existing gate.

Drowning Awareness Spreads in Arizona

Drowning awareness spreads in Arizona

Families that lost loved ones to drowning joined leaders from across the state Tuesday to spread the word about drowning prevention in Arizona. Read more: http://kpho.m0bl.net/r/juhil

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Homeowners Looking for Security for Pools Shouldn’t Feel Limited by Design

Everyone wants to create a safe home environment, and making improvements to your home’s security might not initially bring beauty and design aesthetics to mind. As you consider securely fencing your pool, adding security doors to your home, or installing automatic self-closing door latches to your sliding doors, you may be thinking you have to make sacrifices in the way your home looks in order to have security.

Homeowners looking for added security for pools shouldn’t feel limited by design restrictions. Once they educate themselves on local pool barrier codes, they may find that there are multiple options for creating a safe pool environment. DCS manufactures automatic sliding glass door closers and latches that come in a variety of colors to match most interiors. These products are unobtrusive yet offer a great additional line of defense in keeping children safe around pools. For homeowners who value their view and don’t require permanent pool fencing, removable fencing is available that can be rolled up and stored when not in use. Pool nets are another way for homeowners to add safety when needed without sacrificing views.

Residential and Commercial Perimeter Fencing That's Durable and Beautiful

DCS Pool Barriers provides perimeter fencing to protect both commercial and residential properties. We make quality durable, beautiful pieces that coordinate and accentuate the style of any property. DCS Pool Barriers offers customized wrought iron pool fencing. We perform custom curving and coloring to meet your aesthetic and barrier needs. Our residential pool fences are fabricated from 16-gauge steel, then powder coated. We install the safest pool gate latches on the market: Magna-Latch! 

Our fences are brought to your home and installed on-site by a trained licensed professionals (ROC#186558) to conform to any terrain.

DCS Pool Barriers Residential and Commercial Fencing for any terrain

Custom Fencing by DCS Pool Barriers

Keeping Children Safe Near the Pool – Pool Safety Month Tips

The number one safety rule for families should be to establish rules about supervised pool use. Children should never be left unsupervised in or near the pool, and should be watched carefully by adults at all times. A child can drown in the time it takes to answer the phone or run to get the sunscreen. Remember to ensure that babysitters understand the pool rules and the need for constant supervision. During social gatherings, have adults take shifts being the “designated watcher” of the pool area.

Although children should be taught water safety and swimming skills as early as possible, adults should never rely on these skills to keep a child water safe. Flotation devices or life preservers should also never be relied on to keep a child safe in the pool – supervision is a must at all times.

The professionals at DCS firmly believe that every home should have layers of protection when it comes to the pool. Doors that open to the pool area should be equipped with alarms, as well as DCS’s patented Ultra Glide sliding glass door closer, which ensures that a sliding door will never be left open, allowing children unsupervised access to the pool. Sliding doors can also be fitted with safety latches that can be easily installed above child-level so kids cannot open the doors without adult assistance.

Pools should have permanent pool fencing. High quality pool fencing can be customized so that it is not only durable and meets local pool barrier code, but will blend with the style of the home and property. This type of pool safety barrier is built to last, and can enhance property values. Gates on your pool fencing should close and latch automatically, and should never be left propped open. Patio furniture or other large objects should be far enough away from the fencing so that children cannot climb over the fence and gain access to the pool area.

Grandparents or homeowners with visiting children may opt for removable mesh fencing. DCS professionals caution that this type of fencing may not meet local pool barrier code, but it can be effective as a temporary solution for homeowners. Mesh fencing’s transparent look allows a clear view of the pool area at all times. When not needed, the fencing can be rolled up and stored out of sight.

This year, follow these pool safety tips to make this your safest summer ever. For more information on pool safety products and fencing, visit www.dcspoolbarriers.com.

May is Pool Safety Month! Check out this Video from Poolsafely.gov

Poolsafely.gov video on simple steps to pool safety:

http://www.youtube.com/poolsafely:

DCS Pool Barriers Shares Pool Safely National Water Safety Month Water Safety Tips

At DCS Pool Barriers we believe that Pool Safety is everyone’s responsibility! It’s National Pool Safety Month and we wanted to share some Water Safety Tips from the Pool Safely “Simple Steps Save Lives” Program

1. Staying close, being alert and watching children in and around the pool

Never leave a child unattended in a pool or spa and always watch your child when he or she is in or near water
Teach children basic water safety tips
Keep children away from pool drains, pipes and other openings to avoid entrapments
Have a telephone close by when you or your family is using a pool or spa
If a child is missing, look for him or her in the pool or spa first
Share safety instructions with family, friends and neighbors

2. Learning and practicing water safety skills

Learn how to swim and teach your child how to swim
Learn to perform CPR on children and adults, and update those skills regularly
Understand the basics of life-saving so that you can assist in a pool emergency

3. Having appropriate equipment for your pool or spa

Install a four-foot or taller fence around the pool and spa and use self-closing and self-latching gates; ask your neighbors to do the same at their pools.
Install and use a lockable safety cover on your spa.
If your house serves as a fourth side of a fence around a pool, install door alarms and always use them. For additional protection, install window guards on windows facing pools or spas.
Install pool and gate alarms to alert you when children go near the water
Ensure any pool and spa you use has compliant drain covers, and ask your pool service provider if you do not know
Maintain pool and spa covers in good working order
Consider using a surface wave or underwater alarm
Find more tips for pool & spa owners at poolsafely.gov.

Preparing for National Water Safety Month

May 2011 has been designated as National Water Safety Month, sponsored by the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP), the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), World Waterpark Association (WWA), and the American Red Cross. DCS Pool Barriers, manufacturer and installer of a complete range of swimming pool barrier products, provides homeowners and commercial properties with pool fencing, gates and door safety mechanisms to help safeguard pools year-round. DCS offers the following pool safety tips from APSP and the International Swimming Hall of Fame:

The number one safety rule for families should be to establish rules about supervised pool use. Children should never be left unsupervised in or near the pool, and should be watched carefully by adults at all times. A child can drown in the time it takes to answer the phone or run to get the sunscreen. Remember to ensure that babysitters understand the pool rules and the need for constant supervision. During social gatherings, have adults take shifts being the “designated watcher” of the pool area.

Although children should be taught water safety and swimming skills as early as possible, adults should never rely on these skills to keep a child water safe. Flotation devices or life preservers should also never be relied on to keep a child safe in the pool – supervision is a must at all times.

The professionals at DCS firmly believe that every home should have layers of protection when it comes to the pool. Doors that open to the pool area should be equipped with alarms, as well as DCS’s patented Ultra Glide sliding glass door closer, which ensures that a sliding door will never be left open, allowing children unsupervised access to the pool. Sliding doors can also be fitted with safety latches that can be easily installed above child-level so kids cannot open the doors without adult assistance.

Pools should have permanent, galvanized steel pool fencing. High quality pool fencing can be customized so that it is not only durable and meets local pool barrier code, but will blend with the style of the home and property. This type of pool safety barrier is built to last, and can enhance property values. Gates on your pool fencing should close and latch automatically, and should never be left propped open. Patio furniture or other large objects should be far enough away from the fencing so that children cannot climb over the fence and gain access to the pool area.

Grandparents or homeowners with visiting children may opt for removable mesh fencing. DCS professionals caution that this type of fencing may not meet local pool barrier code, but it can be effective as a temporary solution for homeowners. Mesh fencing’s transparent look allows a clear view of the pool area at all times. When not needed, the fencing can be rolled up and stored out of sight.

Within pool fencing, DCS also recommends use of a pool safety net. These nets are held securely in place over the surface of the pool with pulleys and clips, and are easily removed when it’s time to swim. This is a secure barrier in preventing infants and toddlers from getting into the water when used properly. Obviously, to be effective it does require that the homeowner always replace the net after swimming.

This year, follow these pool safety tips to make this your safest summer ever. For more information on pool safety products and fencing, visit www.dcspoolbarriers.com

The Laws of Swimming Pool Safety

How many of us think about the laws of other countries when it comes to swimming pool safety regulations? Though it’s probably not the first thing that comes to mind, many countries worldwide have enacted laws to help prevent drownings and injuries in and around pools. For example, Australia has a nationwide law enforcing pool protection; one of its states, Queensland, has recently enacted a regulation that requires a pool safety certificate be obtained by anyone who is buying or leasing property with a pool. Likewise, France requires all swimming pools, public and residential, to contain some sort of safeguard, including pool safety nets and pool fencing. Anyone found not in compliance with this legislation can be fined anywhere from €45,000 to €225,000 ($64,000 to $320,000).

Surprisingly, though pools can be found all across our nation, the United States has only a few states that require pool safeguards, some of which are Florida, California, and of course, Arizona. But despite these regulations, drownings still do occur. The Arizona Department of Health Services found that in 2009 there were 99 cases of unintentional drownings. Here at DCS Pool Barriers, we know how many dangers surround pools and we are committed to preventing as many pool accidents as possible with our wide range of quality pool safety products. Our pool safety nets are an excellent option for those owners who do not want fencing to take away from the backyard space; if pool fencing is your preference, we offer a variety of colors to choose from so you can make sure your backyard looks the way you want it to. Both pool safety nets and pool fencing come with the peace of mind that your pool is protected, but we still encourage parents and owners to be alert to all happenings that occur in and around the pools to ensure no harm falls to anyone. Call or email us for your free estimate; one step at a time, pool owners in Arizona, other states, and other countries can make a difference in preventing pool accidents.

Sources:

http://www.dutoit-protect.com/en/choices/legal.html

http://www.dip.qld.gov.au/poolsafety

http://www.azdhs.gov/plan/report/im/im/im09/9/pdf/9-1.pdf