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On average during the summer months, seven people per day in Ontario visit the emergency room due to a water related injury. Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death among Ontario children under age 5. Children must be constantly supervised around pools and water, including shallow "kiddy" pools or inflatable pools. All the child requires is enough water to cover his nose and mouth. Be sure to install safety fencing around your pool as per your municipality's requirements. Dump out the water in your children's inflatable or plastic pools when you are not supervising play. Properly store pool chemicals out of the reach of children and pets and read and follow all manufacturers handling and storage directions. These links are useful for education on how to prevent pool related incidents for your family this summer.

Pool Safety Products

Health Canada Pool Safety Tips

Backyard Pool Safety Tips from the Canadian Red Cross

Pool Chemicals and Safety

Dangers of Inflatable pools: Pool Safety Tips

Health Canada Safety Tips

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