Pool safety is an important topic to discuss when it comes to fences, but there are more safety topics to keep in mind when preparing for a new fence.
The topic of safety comes up a lot with fences, and for good reason. More often than not, the subject arises surrounding pool fences. This is because there are some pretty strict laws related to building a fence around a pool for the safety of neighborhood children.
However, safety should be kept in mind whether there is a pool in the yard or not. Fences are erected for security and safety first and foremost. The added bonus when you choose aluminum fence panels is that they look good while keeping everyone secure and safe.
Child safety
Childproofing a home is done when children reach the age where they can get into things around the house, right? The same should be done for the yard when it’s time to play outdoors. A fence is a great way to keep a family with small children safe. This works a few ways. A fence keeps little ones contained to the safety of their own yard. A fence also keeps animals and strangers out of the yard, giving you an added level of safety. Of course, parents will already be keeping a watchful eye on any outdoor play, but having a fence helps keeps everything in check.
Pet safety
Very similar to child safety, pet safety also comes with a few levels. With a fence around the perimeter of a home or property, pets are able to roam freely without the threat of large animals coming into their territory. On the flip side, your pet will be safely on your property when you let them outside, thanks to a tall, sturdy fence that has the ability to keep even small pets safe. If your aluminum fence panels have too large of a space between pickets, consider adding puppy panels to the bottom section of the fence. These panels have less space between pickets to keep your little pets safe in the yard. Always check local building codes regarding this option.
Everyone’s safety
Now let’s circle back to the topic of pool safety. If you have a pool, it is important for you to check on the local laws surrounding fencing in your pool, whether you have children in your family or not. This is because everyone’s safety is at risk when a pool is involved, and it is all too easy for neighborhood children to find their way in risky situations with an unenclosed pool.
It is important to note that types and locations of gates and locks are part of fence safety, whether it’s for your pool or your yard. This is because if a gate is too easy to open from the inside, a child can find their way into the street in a dangerous situation. Moreover, if a lock can be easily maneuvered from the outside, that can put youngsters in jeopardy should there be a pool on the property.
“Safety first” is a motto to live by. Dangerous situations can occur in outdoor spaces, so keeping safety in mind when erecting a new fence or building a new pool is of the utmost importance. If you ever have any questions regarding the safety or security of your fence, check with the company who makes the fence panels to ensure you are covering all of your bases.
