Emergency department visits related to swimming pools are down just 1.2% since 2019. Injuries plummeted in 2020 — the first year of the pandemic — but are up 44.2% since. Summer’s officially here, ...

The warmer weather and hotter season usually drive people towards swimming but everyone — adults or children — should take note of swimming pool safety rules. It is very pertinent for parents or ...

Older adults can also be at risk of drowning in backyard pools due to medical incidents, such as a heart attack, or ...

All references are based on the 2017 edition of the NEC. The installation requirements in Art. 680 Part I apply generally to pools, tubs, fountains, and spas. The ...

Summer is the perfect time to soak up some sun and cool off, and pools and beaches are popular destinations for many people and families looking to do so. However, it’s important to prioritize safety ...

When it comes to summer fun with family and friends, your backyard pool is a prime place to make lasting memories. However, unless you create and maintain a safe aquatic environment (especially for ...

A ground-fault circuit interrupter – or GFCI – is a small, inconspicuous box that should be located on the bottom right side of every swimming pool control panel. The fast-acting circuit breaker is ...

HOUSTON – In a recent incident that has alarmed parents, an 8-year-old girl died after she was caught in a pool drain pipe at a hotel pool in northwest Houston, raising concerns about the safety ...