POOL SAFETY

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray has teamed up with Cablevision and King Kullen supermarkets to promote pool safety and help prevent accidental drownings. The group has commenced a media campaign and a brochure has been produced on the subject of swimming pool alarms and pool safety.

"It seems as though every time I open a paper or turn on the news, I learn that another young child has tragically drowned," commented Murray. "In response to these tragedies, we're working hard to educate pool owners and parents of children who may swim in neighborhood pools. There are positive and important safeguards and practices that we can undertake to protect our kids."

"Cablevision is pleased to work with Supervisor Murray on increasing awareness of this important public safety issue," said Adam Falk, Cablevision vice president of government affairs. "As a part of this community, we are committed to using our resources to help educate families in Hempstead about pool safety during the summer season and beyond."

"As a family run business serving Long Island families, an issue like pool safety is extremely important to King Kullen," explained King Kullen Vice President Thomas Cullen. "We are honored to partner with the Town Of Hempstead and Supervisor Kate Murray to help save young lives. Whether you own a pool or want to learn more about accidental drowning, please visit your nearest King Kullen supermarket to pick up this essential brochure."

Hempstead Town has filmed a Public Service Announcement to be aired on Cablevision and also developed a Pool Safety Guide, which is available at all King Kullen stores, Cablevision offices, as well as Town facilities. Copies of the brochure can also be acquired by calling Hempstead Town at 516-812-3272.

The guide discusses pool alarm requirements and the benefits of using the safety device. Additionally, the brochure discusses a host of pool safety tips, including the following issues:


· Never leave a child alone or out of sight at a pool
· If a child is missing, check the pool first
· Secure or remove steps on above ground pools when not in use
· Never use a pool with a broken or missing drain cover
· Keep emergency rescue equipment and emergency phone numbers by the pool
· A rope float line should be placed across the pool, alerting swimmers of the separation of the deep end from the shallow end
· All pools must be permitted by the local town/jurisdiction and are required to have physical barriers surrounding them (many other safety restrictions also apply)

"Pool alarms and other safety measures are important safeguards against accidental drowning," stated Murray. "However, there is no substitute for vigilant adult supervision around the pool."

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