The safety of your swimming pool thought from conception
What does the law say on the safety of private swimming pools?
Not all swimming pools are subject to the same obligations. The regulation primarily targets in-ground pools and semi-underground for individual use, installed in a private property.
Above-ground pools, on the other hand, are exempt from this legal obligation, even if vigilance remains necessary as soon as a young child is near the water.
Pool safety:
What do the law of January 3, 2003, and the decree of June 7, 2004, say?
The law of January 3, 2003, clarified by the decree of June 7, 2004, requires any owner of an in-ground or semi-in-ground swimming pool for individual and family use to equip it with a standardized safety device.
Objective: to limit the risks of accidents and prevent drowning risks in children under five years of age.
Four types of devices are recognized: the safety barrier, the alarm, the safety cover (including the tarpaulin) and the pool enclosure.
Each must meet specific requirements: prevent a young child from passing without adult help, resist their attempts to cross, and cause no injury.
The NF standards to check before buying a safety device
To verify that a safety equipment is actually compliant, it is enough to check its NF standardIt is the most reliable benchmark before any purchase.
What are the risks of an unsecured swimming pool?
Drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death of everyday life among those under 15 in France, particularly in a private and family setting.
Beyond this human risk, theabsence of safety device compliant the owner faces a fine of up to €45,000.
Its civil liability, or even criminal, can also be initiated in the event of an accident. Some home insurance policies may also limit their coverage if the pool was not equipped in accordance with safety standards in force.
How to choose the best safety device for your pool?
Once the legal framework is established, the practical question remains: what safety device to choose for your pool?
The right choice depends on your budget, the type of pool, the desired level of daily vigilance, and the aesthetic integration sought for your terrace and garden.
Comparison of security devices according to your project
The choice of security device depends mainly on what you want to prioritize: budget, protection, aesthetics, or daily maintenance:
- The barrier remains an accessible but visible solution in the landscape.
- Thesubmerged is a good economic complement, without ever preventing the fall on its own.
- The automatic and safety cover offers a good compromise between protection and cost.
- Theenclosure constitutes the most complete protection, at the cost of a larger investment.
There remains one option that combines these advantages without their drawbacks: the automatic submerged cover, discreet, secure, and compliant with the NF P90-308 standard.
The automatic submerged shutter, the preferred solution by Aboral Piscines
At Aboral Piscines, the swimming pools with an integrated submerged casing for automatic covers remain our benchmark for securing the pool without compromising aesthetics. Compliant with the NF P90-308 standard, it integrates under the deck and becomes invisible once closed, while ensuring high protection.
Our pool shutters, made in France and guaranteed for three years, are available in several colors to match the color of your case and your entire landscaping.
Aboral Piscines :
Tailor-made support for a compliant and safe swimming pool
For over 30 years, Aboral Piscines accompanies owners in the design of their pool project, integrating the choice of security device from the very first shots rather than at the final stage.
This support also includes advice on the administrative procedures related to your project, to move forward with complete peace of mind.
Building a swimming pool is above all a life project that must combine pleasure, aesthetics, and responsibility.
Well anticipated, the question of safety of your swimming pool is not limited to a regulatory constraint: it becomes an integral part of your pool's design.
To be guided in the choice of best security device adapted to your project, the team Aboral Piscines remain at your disposal to discuss your needs.