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Codes
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Standards
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CPSC Guidelines
Read articles below from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
• U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
• Federal Swimming Pool and Spa Drain Cover Standard
• CPSC Releases the Top Five Hidden Home Hazards
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History of Pool Safety Act
Read articles below about the History of Pool Safety Act.
• Federal Pool Safety Legislation Passes Congress
• U.S. House of Representatives - Federal Pool Safety Legislation *Link Broke*
• U.S. Senate - Federal Pool Safety Legislation *Link Broke*
• Senate Committee Approves Pool and Spa Safety Act *Link Broke*

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