Summer Safety For Your Child

The statistics are mind boggling. Most injuries that cause accidental death of children between the ages of 1 and 14 occur between May and September.

There are Three S�s that parents should be aware of that create simple summer safety guidelines for parents to protect their children and potentially teach them safe habits for their entire lives.Remember that it�s up to you as a savvy and responsible Viking swimming pool or spa owner to create a place that will be not only fun, but protected as well.Dr. Katherine Nobles of Pediatric Associates recommends taking a hands-on approach when it comes to water safety, by practicing �touch supervision�. Meaning they should always be within arms reach.Research indicates that two or more children�s blistering sunburns increase the chance of developing skin cancer later in life. Regular applications of the appropriate sunscreen can greatly reduce the risks. Sunscreen should be applied when outdoors, even on cloudy days, and reapplied after swimming or sweating. Infants under six months should be kept out of the sun completely.Regular Cleanings � Speaking of keeping your pool or spa water as clear as can be, it�s important that you stay up on keeping your recreational investment spotless. Dirty water can be a huge friend to many strains of bacteria (some which can make humans and animals sick), and in warm weather, that bacteria can multiply quickly. Therefore, you�ll want to stick to a maintenance routine that protects everyone who steps foot in your Viking pool or Viking spa.Not only are they a lot cheaper than a swimming pool but they are also more flexible in where you can place them and of course you can take them down when they are not needed.It is recommended that parents and child care givers take the necessary steps to learn CPR and first aid. This will go a long way in creating a safe and fun summer for everyone.According to the American Red Cross drowning is second leading cause of accidental death for Americans ages 5 to 44, and drowning is the leading cause of injury death for children 1 to 2 years old. More than 300 children under the age of 5 drown in residential swimming pools each year. Always practice safety first.Top-of-the-Line Equipment � If you�ve purchased any of the models of Viking swimming pools and spas, you know the value that comes from investing in state-of-the-art quality. When you install only top-of-the-line equipment in and around your pool and spa, such as the most solid slides and boards, you�ll be assured of getting the best in warranties, guarantees and safety.Alarms � There are many different kinds of alarms that you can make use of, from those that notify you when anyone has opened a gate or a door that leads to your Viking swimming pool or Viking spa to alarms that tell you when there is something amiss with the pool or spa itself. You may also want to invest in an alarm that is triggered when someone is moving in your back- or side-yard area when no one should be there. (This is terrific for commercial swimming pools as well!)Sun

It is recommended that parents and child care givers take the necessary steps to learn CPR and first aid. This will go a long way in creating a safe and fun summer for everyone.

Author: Sylvia Winkle