POOL SAFETY — AND WHY IT MATTERS A HEALTH PSA FOR ARIZONA HOMEOWNERS In 2020, 137 drowning incidents occurred
Third, CPR/CCR instructions and the 911 emergency number should be posted in the pool area. Although you may want to handle electronics carefully near water, a phone should always be located in or near the pool area in case of emergencies. Additionally, all pool owners should attend water rescue and CPR/CCR classes and store lifesaving equipment in an easily accessible, nearby location to the pool area. Lastly, make sure your gate locks and latches are checked regularly to ensure they work properly. Your pool gate should never be left propped open, and any items that could be used to climb a pool barrier should be removed around your pool barrier. We hope these tips help you and your family stay safe this summer! Swim safely out there!
in Arizona — 75 of those drownings involved were pediatric (infant, child, or adolescent). There’s a good reason why Arizona has the highest number of swimming pools per person and why Arizona’s swimming pools require plenty of regulation.
It all starts with one word: safety.
While swimming pools make the extra-hot summer days a lot more bearable, we must remember that swimming pools can be dangerous for families without proper safety habits and regulations. As we approach the first blaze of summer, we thought we would provide a quick PSA to remind homeowners of the most important pool safety tips their families should know. First, make sure your home is following pool safety regulations. Although your pool should be in the clear, especially if you
bought it recently, it never hurts to look up the residential pool guidelines to ensure your pool is safe. Second, never leave a child unattended in the pool or pool area. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, flotation devices and swimming lessons are not substitutes for supervision. Being there in person is necessary.
Make a Wreath for Any Occasion WITH THESE 3 MATERIALS
Grapevine Grapevine bases are the best if you want your wreath to look traditional or natural. They’re usually made of entwined bundles
Since the 16th century, wreaths have been a staple holiday decor item that people once made from the fallen branches of a Christmas tree. In more recent history, folks travel to the local hardware/home decor store to pick up a wreath for their door during the holiday season. However, it seems as though wreaths are gaining popularity beyond just the winter holidays. Whether it’s to celebrate your favorite sports organization or the changing of the seasons, you can make a wreath to recognize the occasion. From Facebook Marketplace to specialty boutique shops, there are plenty of places to purchase a customizable wreath, but what if you want to make your own? With a certain level of flair and creativity, anyone can create their own wreath. You just need to figure out which material works best as your base. Wire If you’re looking to make a wreath that’s long-lasting and durable enough to handle any type of weather, look no further than a wire- base wreath. Wire bases are available in various sizes and levels of thickness, so you can make almost any design. If you want your wreath to look dainty, you should use a single-wire frame, but if you want your wreath to look full and bountiful, use a double-wire instead.
of grapevines or twigs to look like they came straight from the earth. Grapevine bases are cost-efficient and are the perfect option for anyone looking to create a classic-looking wreath. Styrofoam A Styrofoam wreath may not have the elegance of a wire one or the traditional style of the grapevine wreath, but it is the perfect option for bold designs. You can get a Styrofoam base at any home decor store and spray-paint it in the color scheme of your final creation. You can then place yarn and other decorations to bring your wreath to life. Since Styrofoam is lightweight, the items you place on the wreath will also need to be lightweight or the wreath will fall apart.
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