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         July 10, 2000

SWIMMING POOL SAFETY A PRIORITY


Nassau County Legislator Richard J. Nicolello (R-New Hyde Park) is reminding residents that swimming pool safety must be a priority. "All it takes is just a few seconds for a child to drown," said Legislator Nicolello. "I urge residents to take the following precautions as outlined by the Department of Health".

DON'T:
  • Leave children unattended, not even for a few seconds, not to answer the phone, not to answer the door, not to get something, not for anything!

    DO
  • Make sure your pool is fenced around all 4 sides and locked
  • Make sure an adult is always present and watching
  • Make sure a phone is located near the pool
  • Learn CPR

    More information on injury prevention programs is available by calling the Nassau County Department of Health Office of Injury Prevention at 571-3737.