Transcript: Frolicking in the family swimming pool can provide hours of fun, entertainment and exercise, but safety experts warn that pools can be hazardous, as well as enjoyable. Statistics tell us that drowning is the number two cause of accidental death nationwide, in children under the age of five. “Studies in Australia, as well as [...]

*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 [...]

The following information is from D&D Technologies and is believed to be accurate as of April 5,2008 .   Pretender Polymer products are NOT just like D&D Some important issues to consider …     Lost Motion Technology Pretender products lack D&D’s patented Lost Motion Technology (LMT), which is critical for child safety. That’s why [...]

The following information is from a brochure from D&D Technologies called “A Blueprint for Pool Gate Safety”. A swimming pool can be a beautiful oasis in your backyard, affording many hours of family fun, serving as a great, low-impact exercise center, and adding value to your home. Protect your investment and ensure you’ll always enjoy [...]

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 [...]