Swimming Pool Accident Lawyer Jesse Guerra Discusses Indianapolis Apartment Complex Drowning

Jesse E. Guerra Jr. — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:54:09 GMT

According to several news stories, a three year old boy drowned Tuesday afternoon after gaining access to the complex pool. Little is known how the boy got into the fenced area www.wishtv.com/dpp/news/local/marion_county/Mother_of_drowned_toddler_speaks_out_20090924.

However, a news video clearly shows the pools defects that may have allowed easy access to this innocent toddler found floating in the pool by his mother.

State laws that regulate pools in the state require fences. While a fence did exist at the pool. The question that remains is was this enclosure secure? Investigation will surely follow. Our firm handles pool cases every day and many of which have involved fence enclosures. We have a national reputation for representing victims in situations such as this one.

It should also be noted that state apartment associations generally provide guidance for property owners to prevent accidents such as the one at issue here. If anyone would like more information about what can be done in these situations or about pool safety we can be reached at www.injuryboard.com or feel free to visit our website at www.swimmingpoolaccidentlawyer.com

It has also been determined that some changes have been made to the enclosure to ensure this does not happen again. However, the change comes too little too late.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jesse E. Guerra Jr.

Texas Safety Lawyer Discusses Importance Of Water Clarity In Pools

Jesse Guerra — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:30:33 GMT

The #1 Safety Rule for all pools is water clarity:

Water clarity is important for several reasons:

1. So that someone at the bottom of the pool can be seen allowing immediate rescue to that individual.

2. Water clarity is also important because it reveals objects or structural objects such as pool steps, ladder’s, and drains.

3. Water clarity is important for pool users because is provides clear visibility for swimmers preventing physical injury from other objects and swimmers.

The water clarity standard for the State of Texas is all follows:

Texas Department of Health Standards for Swimming Pools and Spas, Section 265.203(b)

Water Clarity standards for post - 10/01/99 and pre- 10/01/99 pools and spas. Areas of a post 10/01/99 or pre - 10/01/99 pool or spa shall be opened for use only if the pool or spa bottom and/or main drains are clearly visible. Possible visual occlusion by sediment or other matter shall be checked before opening a pool and periodically, as necessary, while the pool is in use. To check the pool or spa when in use, bathers shall exit and the pool or spa water shall be allowed to calm.

Clarity shall be observed between 1 to 5 minutes after users have exited. The pool or spa shall be opened for use only if the bottom and/or main drains are clearly visible. Sediment or other matter that may cause visual occlusion shall be vacuumed, filtered or otherwise removed as needed prior to pool use.

Therefore, if you own or operate a pool. Always check water clarity before allowing swimmers to use the pool to ensure a safe swimming experience for all.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jesse Guerra

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