1. Pool Safety Patrol
Subcommittee

2. Pool Safety Patrol
The Pool Safety Awareness Campaign is not intended to replace the work being conducted by City Health Department OR
Is it certifying pools as safe.
Residents and commercial sites voluntarily have their pools inspected

3. 7 Strategies
Obtain listings off all permitted pools (residential and commercial) –completed
Use Submersion Incident Data from Trauma LINK to identify high rate zip codes – pending
Use pool permit list to identify neighborhoods with the highest number of pools – completed
Coordinate with Trauma LINK Members to create a check list based on law and safety devices – in draft form 
Coordinate with Trauma LINK Members to create a door hanger type brochure to be left on identified locations – in draft form
Launch Volunteer Pool Inspection Program in identified neighborhoods (high incident or large pool volume) – pending
Report findings to Trauma LINK for data collection - pending

4. Strategy 1
HPD obtain a list of permitted pools (residential an commercial) – Completed
Strategy 2
Use Submersion Incident Data from Trauma LINK to identify high rate zip codes – pending
City of Houston Health Department mapped submersions for <insert dates>

5. Strategy 3
Use pool permit list to identify neighborhoods with the highest number of pools – completed
BCM mapped number of pools by zip code

6. Strategy 4
HPD Coordinate with Trauma LINK Members to create a check list based on law and safety devices – in draft form 
UT-Houston reviewed literature and identified helpful items
BCM developed a scannable form

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Coordinate with Trauma LINK Members to create a door hanger type brochure to be left on identified locations – in draft form
UT Houston organized Coalitions’ comments into a eye catching door hanger
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
The Law
Isolated fencing should enclose the pool. It should be over 4 feet, built into the ground with vertical bars no more than 4 inches away from one another, with self-closing, self-latching doors, and with no gaps greater than 4 inches underneath the fence.
Main drains should be visible from the top of the pool.
Ring Buoy and hook
Adequate fencing (the law)
Direct Parental
Supervision
Door alarm
Toys kept away from pool
Drains
Visible
Law Recommendations
Emergency phone
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Numbers to call for swimming lessons, safety skills, CPR lessons, and pool info:
Houston Trauma LINK:
(832)
Aquaticare:
(713) 722-SWIM (7946)
American Red Cross:
(713)
Guardian Pool Fence of Houston:
(713)
All Pro Pool Fence:
(281)
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Due to the recent emergence of drownings in your area, the Houston Police Department and Houston Trauma LINK have decided to team up and perform pool inspections around various Houston neighborhoods. This is voluntary and will include an inspection of your pool, suggestions on safety features, and will address corrections that could be made to fencing and water hygiene in regards to city ordinances.
Remember, Adults Can Follow Easy Precautions.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
improves the outcome.
Have a phone near the pool in case of an emergency.
Children
Teach children swimming lessons AS WELL AS water safety skills.
Never leave children under the supervision of older siblings < 15 years of age.
Do not rely on “floaties” for safety; they may deflate or slip off, especially in deep water or with sunscreen.
Fencing
Pool must have self-closing and self-latching gate.
Fencing must enclose the pool and be located between the back door and the pool.
Lock windows and doors leading outside, preferably with childproof locks.
Equipment
Boulders, large items, and slides can be dangerous.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Cleaning devices that have large appendages (creepy crawlers) must be removed once their purpose is achieved.
Anyone can be electrocuted if electrical devices are kept within splashing range of water.
An alarm should be placed on either the pool or backyard door so that the supervisor may be aware of their children’s location (only if house makes up 4th wall)
Keep a ring buoy, with rope attached, near the pool for lifesaving purposes.
Pool
Pool drains should be visible from the deck of the pool.
Label stairs to provide a sense of location.
There should be at least 2 covered suction drains in the pool.
The water must be clear.
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene
Adults
Children drown in less than 5 minutes. NEVER leave them unattended; never let your attention wander.
Pool owners/supervisors should know how to swim and CPR – performing it at the scene

8. Strategy 5

9. Strategy 6
Launch Volunteer Pool Inspection Program in identified neighborhoods (high incident or large pool volume) – pending
Currently inspecting commercial pools (mostly apartment complexes).
Official start of residential pools may be next year
Follow-up with inspected pools

10. Strategy 7
Report findings to Trauma LINK for data collection - pending
Completed checklist will be sent to BCM for scanning
Interested groups will work together for presentations and publications of findings

11. Comments and Discussion
Future grant possibilities
Questions?
Comments?