The safety of your swimming pool thought from conception
What does the law say about private pool safety?
Not all swimming pools are subject to the same obligations. The regulations primarily targetinground poolsandsemi-inground poolsfor individual use, installed on 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 astandardized safety device.
Objective: to limit the risk of accidents andprevent the risk of drowningin children under five years of age.
Four types of devices are recognized: thesafety barrier,the alarm, thesafety cover(including theslatted cover) 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 asafety equipmentis actually compliant, simply check itsNF standard. It is the most reliable benchmark before any purchase.
What are the risks of an unsecured swimming pool?
Drowning remains theleading cause of accidental deathin everyday life for children under 15 in France, particularly in a private and family setting.
Beyond this human risk, thelack of a compliant safety deviceexposes the owner to 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:
- Thebarrierremains an accessible but visible solution in the landscape.
- Thealarmis a good economical complement, without ever preventing the fall on its own.
- Thecoverorsafetytarpoffers a good protection/cost compromise.
- Theshelterprovides the most complete protection, at the cost of a larger investment.
There remains one option that combines these advantages without their drawbacks: theautomatic submerged cover, discreet, secure, and compliant withstandard NF P90-308.
The automatic submerged shutter, the preferred solution by Aboral Piscines
At Aboral Piscines, pools with an integrated automatic cover pitremain our benchmark for securing the pool without compromising aesthetics. Compliant withstandard NF P90-308it is installed beneath the deck and becomes invisible when closed, while providing high protection.
Ourpool covers, manufactured in France and guaranteed for three years, come in several shades to match thecolor of your shelland your entireoutdoor space.
Aboral Piscines :
Tailor-made support for a compliant and safe swimming pool
For over 30 years,Aboral Piscineshas been assisting owners in designing their pool projects, integrating thechoice of safety devicefrom the initial plans rather than as a final step.
This support also includes advice on the administrative proceduresrelated to your project, so you can 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 ofyour pool's safetyis not just 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.