Archive for Fence Laws & Regulations

Does my pool gate latch need to be mounted on the inside of the fence?

Jul 03, 2008 2 Comments by

There are many misconceptions people have regarding pool gate safety laws. I did a blog post a while back dealing with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pool & Spa Safety Act, which resulted from architects asking whether we had a latch that satisfied both codes ( read the article for more information [...]

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Does the ADA conflict with the Pool and Spa Act of 2007?

Apr 24, 2008 3 Comments by

*New Information as of July 26, 2010  on the ADA & the pool code.  Check back here for more information. Follow me on Twitter for instant updates. I am often asked if I sell a latch that will meet both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pool Code ( see my post on [...]

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The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act of 2007

Apr 01, 2008 2 Comments by

This act was signed into law by President Bush on December 19, 2007 and is named for the granddaughter of former Secretary of State James A. Baker, III . At the age of 7, Virginia drowned after being trapped underwater by the suction of a drain in a spa. I am writing this article to [...]

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