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Florida pool drain systems Ι drowning hazard must be updated Ι FEDERAL LAW Ι SWIMMING POOLS

Federal law requires public pools to update drain systems. “A federal law requires public pools and spas, including at apartment complexes, condos, hotels and schools, to install anti-entrapment drain systems and special grates to prevent fingers, jewelry, hair and bodies from being trapped.” While, “The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act became effective…

Swimming Pool / Diving Accidents

Swimming and diving accidents can occur in residential swimming pools, hotel swimming pools, public swimming pools, water parks, beach accidents and other such places. Swimming pools present an especially dangerous hazard for toddlers and small children when they are left uncovered or unsupervised. Tragically, drowning in swimming pools is one of the leading causes of…