Posts Tagged ‘Pool Barriers’
How to Get Your Pool Ready for Swimming Season
With the weather already warming up in the Phoenix area, swimming season is just around the corner—and that means that now is the time to get your pool area ready! There are several important steps that residential and commercial property owners alike should take in order to ensure a safe and fun pool season. First…
Read MoreWhat Landlords Should Know About Pool Safety
For landlords who own and/or manage properties that have pools onsite, safety is always a key concern. While a beautiful pool can be enticing to potential tenants, it can also serve as a liability for owners due to the risk of drowning and other water-related injuries. Here are a few important considerations that landlords should…
Read MorePool Safety Tips for Drowning Impact Awareness Month
August is Drowning Impact Awareness Month, and as summer temperatures soar and your pool experiences heavy use, we thought we’d compile some helpful safety tips to ensure that your summer is free of incidents. Whether your pool is used for exercise, games, or relaxation, here are a few simple guidelines to help ensure a safe…
Read MoreIs Your Pool Area Secure? Use This Handy Checklist to Verify the Safety of Your Pool Barriers
When it comes to pool safety, enclosing your pool area with fences and gates is just the first step. For residential and commercial properties alike, periodically checking pool barriers to ensure that they are in safe condition—and making any repairs or replacements necessary—is an essential way to minimize the risk of drowning. Have you inspected…
Read MoreMay is National Water Safety Month—Here are Some Tips for Safe Swimming!
As the unofficial beginning of swimming season in many parts of the country, the month of May has been designated as National Water Safety Month. Sponsored by The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals in partnership with the National Recreation & Parks Association, the World Waterpark Association, and the American Red Cross, this annual event…
Read More5 Factors to Consider When Installing a Pool Fence
A swimming pool serves as the quintessential backyard oasis—a source of relaxation and recreation, as well as a gathering spot for friends and family. However, safety is the primary consideration when designing any pool area, and installing proper fencing is one of the most effective ways to ensure pool safety. Fortunately, the right pool fencing…
Read MorePool Fences and Gates: Essential Safeguards Against Drowning
For most of the year, Arizona residents are fortunate to enjoy warm, sunny weather perfect for swimming and spending time by the pool. However, frequent pool use necessitates a heightened commitment to safety, including the crucial elements of sturdy, properly functioning fences and gates securing the pool area. Arizona law recognizes the importance of pool…
Read MoreA Sharp New Look for the Pool Area at Paradise RV Resort
As a semi-public facility, Paradise RV Resort was initially prompted to replace the fencing around its pool area in order to comply with county regulations. However, after receiving a new fence from DCS Pool Barriers, the community has enjoyed several surprising benefits that have enhanced the beauty, functionality, and safety of the pool area. In…
Read More5 Tips for a Safe and Fun Summer Pool Party
In the midst of a sweltering Arizona summer, the pool provides a refreshing escape and an oasis in which to comfortably spend time outdoors. What better way to make the most of your pool — and enjoy the company of friends and family — than by hosting a pool party? If you are planning a…
Read MoreIs Your Pool a Safety Threat? Proper Gates Prevent Accidents
Swimming pools provide a fun source of relaxation and a refreshing oasis from the heat in warmer months. Unfortunately, they also present a risk of accidental drowning, particularly for small children. Each year, nearly 300 children under the age of five drown in residential pools, with over 4,000 children in the same age group suffering…
Read MoreFinish Out the Season with a Clang!
September is here once again, which means that pool season is slowly coming to a close. Kids are back in school, and extracurricular activities are picking up. With the busier schedules, we also know it won’t be long until the weather will start cooling off soon as fall approaches. This means that less time will…
Read MoreMay is National Water Safety Month!
Every year sponsors from health, industry, and government come together to put on the National Water Safety Month in May. The month is meant to celebrate the popularity of swimming and other favorite water sports as the weather warms up and summer starts, but its priority is to raise awareness for the need for public…
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