Comments on: NY LAW: Mandatory Swimming Pool Alarms

By: Jim Reed

Jim Reed — Tue, 19 May 2009 20:53:08 +0000

Gary:

It is my understanding that the regulations set forth in the NYCRR apply throughout NY State INCLUDING NYC.

Thanks for your question.

Thanks, Jim
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James B. Reed, Esq.
Personal Injury & Malpractice Attorney
Ziff Law Firm, LLP

By: Gary Kusen

Gary Kusen — Sun, 10 May 2009 04:09:56 +0000

Does the Title 19 (NYCRR) Section 1228.2. Swimming pool alarms apply within NYC? Is there a specific NYC rule or regulation that adresses this important item?…Thanks

By: Anthony Langdon

Anthony Langdon — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:25:16 +0000

I believe that is the greatest idea i have heard in a while. Some parents are not catious enough and seem to be distracted to other things then their children. To avoid death of a innocent life for a small price is well worth it.

By: Jim Reed

Jim Reed — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:42:12 +0000

Dave:

Sorry but I have to respectfully disagree. As the father of three teens, I remember all too well that when my kids were toddlers, despite the fact that both my wife and I were very attentive parents, the little buggers could occassionally escape and disappear. Luckily, nothing bad happened but rather than relying on good luck, I would prefer that folks who own pools take precautions to try to avoid a tragedy. I know having to put up fences, gates and alarms, is an expense but as someone who has met with too many grieving families over the last 20+ years, I can tell you that it’s a small price to pay if it saves a single life…..

Jim Reed
N.Y. & PA Accident Lawyer
jreed@zifflaw.com

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:25:20 +0000

Good to know, hope they don’t do that here in FL! If I am understanding correctly, they are legislating away to fix bad parenting?

Of course it is a good option for parents to have these alarms, but to be required? So even a person without kids, would be forced to get a alarm? Seems drastic.