Why these pool drain covers sold online are creating a dangerous hazard in your backyard

Swimming pool drain covers sold online at Walmart should not be used because they fail to meet mandatory safety standards. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning consumers to ...
WFTV

Recall alert: Pool drain covers recalled due to entrapment hazard

The recall involves the TOPINCN round pool main drain cover. The covers are secured over the drain with two screws and measure about 4 inches (outer diameter) by 2 inches (inner diameter). The 3-inch ...
NBC DFW

Drain Covers Raise Pool Safety Questions

A recent near-drowning has drawn national attention to an often overlooked pool hazard. The near-drowning of singer and NBC's "The Voice" coach Usher's son has drawn increased scrutiny on pool drain ...
Lebanon Local

Drains replaced, hours expanded at Lebanon Pool

The 2007 Virginia Graeme Baker (VGB) Pool & Spa Safety Act requires certain drain covers with safety features be replaced regularly, and establishes that the drains have a “shelf life,” which in ...