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December 2011

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10 • DECEMBER 2011 • WORLD FENCE NEWS Study identifies scenarios that precede at-home pool drownings of children BOSTON — Very young children who live in a home with a swimming pool are at risk of drowning, a leading cause of injury death among toddlers. This was one of the findings of a study abstract presented Oct. 17 at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) national conference and exhi- bition. The study abstract identifies three likely scenarios that precede the drowning of a very young child (ages 1 to 4) in an at-home swimming pool. In the study, "Patterns of Drown- ing in Young Children," researchers re- viewed Orange County, Calif. coroner's office data from 2000 to 2007 to examine the circumstances prior to an at-home pool drowning, in the hopes of crafting messages to pre- vent future deaths. Information on 46 drownings was reviewed, including incident site, bar- riers and pool access, supervision, emergency preparedness and response, and family/social history. BE SURE TO VISIT US AT FENCETECH'12! BOOTH NO. 1718 In general, more of the younger children (ages 1 and 2) were last seen in the house prior to the drowning (67 percent), while the older children (ages 3 and 4) were more often last seen in or near the water (69 percent). In addition, three specific patterns TM Serving the Wire Industry For Over Years NEW & USED EQUIPMENT • PARTS REPLACEMENT Providing emerged: • A 1- or 2-year-old child who was last seen in the house, most often under the supervision of a parent or caregiver who was distracted with household or childcare activities, or in a changed daily routine. • A 3- or 4-year-old child who was in or near the water just prior to drowning. • A 1- or 2-year-old child last seen outside, often with more neglectful su- pervision and environments. "Most of the 1- to 2-year-olds were able to access the pool without the adult supervisor realizing it. That's why pool fencing is critical," said lead study author Phyllis Agran, MD, FAAP. "Any home pool should have a four-sided fence with a self-closing, self-latching gate in good condition, which is never left open. "When in the pool or playing out- side around the pool, hands-on super- vision is necessary," Dr. Agran said. "Older children who drown were more often outside with inadequate supervi- sion." Dr. Agran also said that parents may overestimate their child's abilities to be safe around water. Teaching chil- dren water safety and to swim will also help to reduce risk. "First and foremost, however, is pool fencing so children cannot gain access to the pool by themselves," said Dr. Agran. "If possible, parents should not have a home with a swimming pool in the yard until the child is older than 5 years." The American Academy of Pedi- atrics is an organization of 60,000 pri- mary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety and well being of in- fants, children, adolescents and young adults. For more information, visit http://www.aap.org. housed in a special air-tight, weather- proof box In addition, new aesthetic options CHAIN LINK WEAVER CONCERTINA RAZOR BARBED TAPE PRODUCING LINE WIRE DRAWING LINE PVC EXTRUSION LINE • chain link slat weaving machine • barbed wire • tie wire machine FAX: Hablamos Español 3575 Grapevine Street, Mira Loma, California 91752, U.S.A. www.bergandi.com • email: info@bergandi.com Be Sure To Visit Us At FENCETECH'12 Booth No. 1328 LILLINGTON, N.C. – Boon Edam Inc., the leading manufacturer of security entrance solutions in North America, announced that it will be dis- playing its recently redesigned Tomsed full height turnstile at FENCETECH'12 in Miami, Fla. The new THT-100 turnstile is based on the original, heavy grade steel construc- tion used in industrial perimeters and transit stations around the globe, the company noted. • wire crimpers • mesh welders 951-361-8000 951-361-8050 Call Today For The Latest Product Information The redesign introduces several functional and aesthetic improvements to increase visual appeal, security and durability and facilitate efficient in- stallation, such as: • A smooth and seamless tamper- proof ceiling; • Extra wide mid-posts (4") for easier conduit runs; • Top channel electrical controls are available such as a card reader box, flush-mounted authorization lights, and rotor post covers that create a smooth, rounded effect in the middle of the turn- stile. For more information or to schedule an appointment at the show, contact sales@boonedam.us or call 800-334-5552. Boon Edam acquired Tomsed Cor- poration in 2005 and continues to build the same Tomsed turnstiles today. To learn more on the company or product line, visit Boon Edam at www.boonedam.us. Boon Edam Inc. to display updated full height turnstile

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