Drowning is preventable.
Every year, hundreds of children under 14 drown — the vast majority in residential pools. This site gives parents and grandparents the information they need.
The facts every family near a pool needs to know
Most drownings happen at home, in seconds
76% of child drownings occur in residential pools — not public pools, not beaches. The majority happen during a brief lapse in supervision, often when a child wanders outside unnoticed. A four-sided pool fence is the single most effective way to prevent unsupervised access.
Every layer of protection matters
Pool Fences & Barriers
A four-sided removable mesh fence is the single most effective barrier against unsupervised pool access.
Active Supervision
Designate a "water watcher" — one adult, undistracted, watching only the water.
CPR & First Aid
Knowing child CPR can double or triple survival chances. Every caregiver should be trained.
Swim Lessons
Children who take formal swimming lessons have an 88% reduced risk of drowning.
Open Water Safety
Lakes, rivers, and the ocean carry different hazards than a home pool. Learn the key differences.
Alarms & Covers
Secondary layers of protection — what works, what doesn't, and what the research says.
Ready to Install a Pool Fence?
A four-sided removable mesh fence is the #1 barrier recommended by safety experts to prevent child drowning. Work with a certified professional installer in your area for the best protection.
For Florida families, we recommend Protect-A-Child — trusted by families for 40+ years.
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