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Fences, Pool Structures and Pool Equipment

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Topic Description:
All water hazards, such as pools, swimming pools, stationary wading pools, ditches, and fish ponds shall be enclosed with a fence that is at least 5 feet tall and comes within 3 1/2 inches from the ground.

Caring For Our Children Standards:

• 5.2.8.2: Insect Breeding Hazard
• 6.3.1.1: Enclosure Of Bodies Of Water
• 6.3.1.2: Accessibility To Above-Ground Pools
• 6.3.1.3: Sensors Or Remote Monitors
• 6.3.1.4: Safety Covers For Swimming Pools

NC Child Care Laws & Rules:
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• .0605 Condition Of Outdoor Learning Environment
   Section: (g)
• .1403 Aquatic Activities
   Section: (e)(h)(j)
• .1719 Requirements For A Safe Indoor/Outdoor Environment
   Section: (7)(8)
• .2506 General Safety Requirements
   Section: (b)
• .2832 Outdoor Learning Environment And Premises
   Section: (a)(h)
• .2833 Swimming And Wading Pools
• G.S. 110-91. Mandatory Standards For A License.
   Section: (1)(6)

Other NC Laws & Rules:

• 15A NCAC 18A .2500:
  Rules Governing Public Swimming Pools
  

CDC Resources:

• Healthy Swimming
• Mosquito-Borne Diseases (Partial List)

Other Resources:

• CPSC Warns about Pool Hazards
• How to Plan for the Unexpected: Preventing Child Drownings
• Mosquito Control Around the Home and in Communities
• Safety Barrier Guidelines for Home Pools
• TIPP Information Sheet: Pool Safety for Children
• Water Play Safety

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