About 10 people die every day from drowning, 2 are kids aged 14 or younger. Drowning ranks 5th among the top causes of unintentional death in the US, according to CDC,
Most parents are aware of the basic pool safety rules:
- Always keep an eye on your children, never leaving them alone at the pool
- Teach your kids basic water safety tips
- Send your children to swimming lessons
- Share you safety tips with friends and family
- Learn to perform CPR on children and adults, and update those skills regularly
- If your child goes missing, always check the pool first
Perhaps you follow all these water safety rules but you who want that added security. If so, below are 6 great pool safety gadgets for your home.
1. Poolguard Safety Buoy Pool Alarm
Price: $132.99, Amazon (Affiliate)
This nifty device floats on the water and uses Sub Surface Detection Technology to sense when the water is moving. It will then sound an alarm poolside and inside your home when movement is detected.
2. Pool Eye Universal Alarm
Price: $184.99, Amazon (Affiliate)
This gadget monitors pools measuring up to 20’ x 40’ and detects objects in the water over 15lbs.
3. Safety Turtle Pool Alarm System
Price: $142,49, Amazon (Affiliate)
This gadget is a wristband that goes around your kids’ wrist, when the wristband is submerged in water, it sends a signal, which sounds a high alarm. Also handy for pets!
4. Poolguard PGRM-2 In-Ground Pool Alarm
Price: $178, Amazon (Affiliate)
Once installed this product is always in alarm ready mode and can never be deactivated. It is fully tamper-proof so will sound an alarm if it is removed. It can be placed in sleep mode and can be used with a pool solar covering. With the new sensing technology, it also has fewer false alarms.
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5. Pool Patrol PA-30 Pool Alarm
Price: $192.95, Amazon (Affiliate)
Suitable for in-ground and above the ground pools, claims to be easy to install and use. This device is battery powered (9-volt alkaline battery), is ideal for small swimming pools and Jacuzzi.
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6. Angel Alert Wireless Pool Guardian Alarm
Price: $23.75 , Amazon (Affiliate)
This is the perfect gadget for if you are going away on holiday or visiting friends who don’t not have a pool net or fence. It’s rechargeable, wireless and portable – it comes with a bracelet, wall mount, and adapter. With 100-db. alarm sound you will be sure to know when your child is in danger.
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