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Title: Sounding an alarm: when swimming's done for the day, an alarm can stand sentry over the pool.
Publication: Pool & Spa News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 6, 2004
Publisher: Hanley-Wood, Inc.
Volume: 43 Issue: 16 Page: S24(4)Distributed by Thompson Gale
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Why are alarms important?
While there's no substitute for adult supervision, alarms provide a second set of "eyes" around the pool. When used properly and consistently, alarms can effectively serve as a backup to other safety barriers.
What type of alarm is best for me? First and foremost, you'll want one that meets ASTM safety requirements. After that, you'll find a variety of alarm options on the market today that vary in cost (from $70 to more than $6,000) and complexity. In general, the alarms are designed to detect motion around the pool, or movement at or beneath the water's surface. Most alarms come with the option of a remote receiver, which allows the...