The Phoenix-area housing community of Indigo Trails was facing a common dilemma: people were scaling the fence to use the neighborhood pool without permission. In addition to being a nuisance for residents and subjecting the pool area to possible vandalism or theft, the continuous trespassing left the community vulnerable to liability in the event that…
Owners and managers of apartment complexes face the constant need to create a welcoming, homey environment for residents—while also maintaining order and safety. For communities with pool areas, safety must be a particularly high priority, as apartment pools tend to receive a significant number of visitors of all ages and swimming abilities. Taking certain precautions,…
Pets are a beloved part of the family, yet the importance of protecting their safety around the pool area is sometimes underestimated. Many pet owners assume that dogs in particular are naturally capable swimmers, when in reality, the water may be a source of fear and danger for them. Since dogs tend to spend more…
In Arizona during the month of August, late-summer heat and the distractions of back-to-school season combine to create a tragic statistic: more child drownings than during any other month. As a result, August has been designated as Drowning Impact Awareness Month, which began with Phoenix Children’s Hospital in 2004 and has grown into the largest…