Layer 1. Supervision: Supervision, the first and most crucial layer of protection, means someone is always actively watching when a child is in the pool.
Layer 2. Barriers: A child should never be able to enter the pool area unaccompanied by a guardian. Barriers physically block a child from the pool.
Layer 3. Emergency Preparedness: The moment a child stops breathing there is a small, precious window of time in which resuscitation may occur, but only if someone knows what to do. Even if you're not a parent, it’s important to learn CPR. The techniques are easy to learn and can mean the difference between life and death. In an emergency, it is critical to have a phone nearby and immediately call 911.
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LAYERS OF PROTECTION Swimming Pool Safety The Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (Chapter 515, Florida Statutes) requires pool safety measures for pools built after October 1, 2000. Click below to learn about these safety requirements. |
MATERIALS Resources & Downloads Download printable WatersmartFL safety brochures, posters, Water Watcher tags, or the 10-minute pool safety video. Make these items available or display the video in your offices or retail locations. |
PARTNERS WatersmartFL Partners Becoming a WatersmartFL partner is free and easy. We simply need your commitment to sharing information about pool safety with your network using communication tools already in place within your organization. |