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U.S. CPSC May 26, 2011	CPSC, U.S Olympian Hold Pool Safely Press Event to Release New Drowning and Entrapment Stats The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today kicks off the summer swimming season and the second year of its Pool Safely: Simple Steps Save Lives campaign.
U.S. CPSC April 21, 2011	75 Drownings and Near-Drownings in 15 Weeks With the summer swimming season just around the corner, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's Pool Safely: Simple Steps Save Lives campaign is releasing its 2011 television and radio public service announcements highlighting various water safety steps that can be taken to save a life.
U.S. CPSC September 4, 2010	The 2010 Pool Safely Summer Snapshot The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Home Safety Council, a Pool Safely campaign partner, are releasing a snapshot on drowning incidents for the 2010 summer swimming season.
U.S. CPSC September 27, 2010	Communities Celebrate Pool Safely Day Across America The U.S. CPSC brings national pool safely campaign to Minnesota water park to ensure that kids stay safe in the water year-round.
U.S. CPSC May 24, 2010	CPSC Launches National Campaign to Change the Way People Think and Act about Pool and Spa Safety Pool safely campaign aims to reduce child drownings and entrapments
U.S. CPSC July 23, 2010	CPSC Announces Pool and Spa Kids Safety Education Effort Hundreds of pool and spa incidents have happened since Memorial Day Weekend
U.S. CPSC July 27, 2004	CPSC Holds Public Hearing in Phoenix on Swimming Pool Safety The purpose of these hearings is to gather information that can be used to improve CPSC's pool safety guidelines and to raise awareness of the drowning problem in the U.S.
U.S. CPSC November 4, 2010	CPSC Pool Safely Campaign Partners with Industry on Education and Outreach The Pool and Spa Industry Association will become the campaign safety partner and serve as information hub for industry and consumers
U.S. CPSC May 21, 2009	CPSC Announces New Report on Child Drownings and Near-drownings in Pools and Spas CPSC's latest data reveals that nearly 300 children younger than 5 drown in pools and spas each year, and about 3,000 suffer pool or spa-related injuries requiring attention at hospital emergency rooms.
U.S. CPSC July 1, 2010	New Pool and Spa Messages Available in Advance of July 4th Holiday Today, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission debuts a series of Public Service Announcements about their Pool Safely campaign illustrating how simple steps saves lives at pools and spas.
U.S. CPSC May 25, 2004	CPSC Warns about Pool Hazards, Reports 250 Deaths of Young Children Annually Among unintentional injuries, drowning has been the second leading cause of death to children under age 5, after motor vehicle incidents. CPSC is launching a campaign to help reduce the rate of drowning deaths.
U.S. CPSC May 21, 2008	New Report Shows Increase In Pool and Spa Drownings A new report issued today by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission indicates that the average number of drowning deaths involving children younger than 5 in pools and spas has increased.
U.S. CPSC June 21, 2004	CPSC Holds Public Hearing in Tampa, Florida on Swimming Pool Safety The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) currently is intensifying its efforts to reduce the rate of child drowning deaths, and deaths and injuries due to entrapments in pool and spa suction outlets.
U.S. CPSC May 10, 2010	CPSC Announces State Grants On Pool and Spa Safety Now Available The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced today that the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act's State Grant program is now accepting applications for funding from eligible states.
U.S. CPSC May 24, 2007	CPSC Warns Toddler Drownings Happen Quickly and Silently: Agency Premiers New Pool Safety Public Service Announcement Tips on reducing the risks of drowning and other pool-side problems.
U.S. CPSC May 17, 2006	As Pools Open for Summer, Young Children Face Drowning Risks The agency is warning about the increase in drowning deaths reported in inexpensive, inflatable pools, and again reminding parents and caregivers to take critical steps that will help protect children from drowning hazards in all types of pools.
U.S. CPSC July 1, 2003	CPSC Warns Backyard Pool Drownings Happen "Quickly and Silently" The key to preventing these tragedies is to have layers of protection. This includes placing barriers around your pool to prevent access, using alarms on doors that access the pool, and being prepared in case of an emergency.
U.S. CPSC May 19, 2005	CPSC Warns about Drowning Dangers As Summer Begins The agency highlights the hidden hazards of pool and spa drain entrapment.
U.S. CPSC May 20, 2003	Don't Swim With Shocks CPSC, American Red Cross Warn of Electrocutions in Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs and Spas
U.S. CPSC December 15, 2008	Pool And Spa Safety Law Aimed At Preventing Drain Entrapments of Children Goes Into Effect This Week: Failure to comply with Congressionally-enacted law can result in closure Failure to comply with Congressionally-enacted law can result in closure
U.S. CPSC October 7, 2009	CPSC Warns of In-Home Drowning Dangers with Bathtubs, Bath Seats, Buckets After pools, more children drown in bathtubs than in any other product in and around the home.
U.S. CPSC May 23, 2002	Pools Are Not the Only Drowning Danger at Home for Kids Young children are irresistibly drawn to water, and tragically, about 350 children under age 5 drown in swimming pools each year. But even if you don't have a pool, your young children may not be safe from drowning...
U.S. CPSC March 18, 2011	Government Investigation Raises Concerns About Pool and Spa Drain Cover Testing and Entrapment Risks The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is conducting an investigation into the safety of pool and spa drain covers and the adequacy of testing procedures used to determine the flow rating of these covers.
U.S. CPSC September 8, 2011	CPSC Warns of Drowning Dangers in Bathtubs, Bath Seats and Buckets Traditional end of the pool season brings attention to indoor water safety
U.S. CPSC September 28, 2007	Infants and Toddlers at Risk of Drowning in Bathtubs, Spas and Buckets The CPSC recommends parents and caregivers follow these safety tips when children are around bathtubs, spas, buckets, or decorative ponds or fountains.
U.S. CPSC September 30, 2008	CPSC Reminds Parents of Drowning Dangers Inside the Home The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning parents that children need to be supervised around common but sometimes hidden drowning dangers.
The Motley Fool July 2, 2004 Nathan Slaughter	Dive Into SCP Pool The swimming pool supply wholesaler lifts its second-quarter and full-year guidance.
The Motley Fool April 20, 2007 David Meier	Pool Needs a Refill Impressive earnings growth has not translated into cash for the pool service company. Investors, take note.
U.S. CPSC March 31, 2011	Consumer Alert: CPSC Warns of Deadly Danger with Water Walking Balls The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging consumers to stop participating in a new type of water-related recreational activity, due to the potential risks of suffocation and drowning.
U.S. CPSC September 4, 2003	CPSC, Industry & Safety Groups Mark Baby Safety Month with Drowning Prevention Campaign Babies "R" Us and other child safety organizations are marking Baby Safety Month with the launch of an information campaign on water safety and preventing drowning in and around the home.
Popular Mechanics August 1, 2008 Joseph Truini	6 Steps to the Perfect Inground Pool According to the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals, there are about 5 million existing inground pools in the U.S., and 175,000 to 200,000 new pools are built each year. Are you ready to take the plunge?
The Motley Fool April 23, 2004 Nathan Slaughter	SCP Pool Basks in Profits The world's largest swimming pool supply company posts record Q1 earnings.
AskMen.com March 28, 2001 Justin Becker	How To: Organize & Win Your Office Pool A great way to get to know everyone at the office and increase your chances of getting promoted is by organizing an office pool...
U.S. CPSC September 28, 2006	CPSC Warns Drowning Dangers Do Not End with Pool Season Children need to be supervised around the home and protected from this list of potentially hidden drowning hazards.
U.S. CPSC September 8, 2009	CPSC Joins President Obama's Back-to-School Campaign As a new school year gets underway, President Obama launched a major back-to-school campaign today aimed at keeping kids in the classroom.
American Family Physician December 1, 2006 Patricia G. Schnitzer	Prevention of Unintentional Childhood Injuries A guide to preventing the most common unintentional injuries in children of all ages.
U.S. CPSC May 26, 2011	Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
U.S. CPSC September 9, 2004	September is Baby Safety Month As summer ends and pools close, CPSC warns drowning dangers remain all year long.
U.S. CPSC August 1, 2007	CPSC Releases the Top Five Hidden Home Hazards By being aware of these top five hidden home hazards, many lives can be spared and life-altering injuries avoided.
U.S. CPSC May 26, 2011	Eight Manufacturers Recall Pool and In-Ground Spa Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Ratings The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
U.S. CPSC May 26, 2011	Lawson Aquatics Recalls Certain Pool Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
U.S. CPSC May 4, 2011	CPSC Launches Spanish YouTube Channel The channel features short videos that can save lives, including powerful demonstrations (enacted) of incidents that have involved Hispanic children.
BusinessWeek November 19, 2007	Pools That Spread the Risk If you're not comfortable lending directly to a homeowner, a mortgage-loan pool may be more your speed.
The Motley Fool February 17, 2005 Nathan Slaughter	SCP Pool Looks Inviting The pool supply wholesaler caps off its 11th straight year of record results.
This Old House Scott Curtis	Pool Time You can't have a true tropical oasis without a swimming hole, and Rob Thompson has one in the works in West Palm Beach.
U.S. CPSC August 21, 2003	Hayward Pool Products Recall of Pool Heaters A malfunctioning circuit board can cause these gas pool heaters to fail to ignite, allowing gas to accumulate in the heater cover. Delayed ignition of built-up gas can result in a fire or explosion causing property damage and injuries.
U.S. CPSC January 19, 2011	Safety Vacuum Release System Recalled by Vacless Systems Inc. for a Repair/Replace Program to Prevent Entrapment Improper plastic material found inside the recalled product has been attributed to vacuum release failures which create an entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
Salon.com July 12, 2000 J.B. Orenstein	Bringing back the dead A 3-year-old girl is submerged under water for five minutes. When you're the doctor trying to resuscitate her, how do you know when to stop?
The Motley Fool July 18, 2011	Pool Earnings Preview Pool will unveil its latest earnings on Thursday.
U.S. CPSC February 14, 2005	CPSC Releases Special Report On Older Consumer Injuries According to a new study on emergency room injuries of adults 65 and older, that age group is increasingly at risk for product-related injuries in or around the home, especially falls.