A swimming pool or spa is a great way to keep cool this summer. But the Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging everyone – especially parents and chaperones of young children – to keep a close eye on safety. The CPSC has created a series of public service announcements with safety advice, such as staying close to children at all times when they are in or around the pool, installing fences and door alarms in the pool area to keep children out or alert an adult if someone goes into the pool area, and more.

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Recorded: May 31, 2011

Courtesy of: BEASLEY ALLEN

Keywords: Community, Community News