Thursday 27 November 2014

How Accidents Can Be Prevented Through A Well Managed Pool Main Drain Cover

By Ida Dorsey


When you talk about drains, you are referring to a hole, covered by a grate that helps remove water from a sink or tub. The pool main drain cover found in swimming pools is used to move water, but not in exactly the same way. Because of the important role drains play in keeping swimming pools clean, clear, and safe to swim in, every pool owner, even those who never service or maintain their pools themselves, should understand the basic details about drains. This promotes safe to family members and pool users.

If you have ever seen a swimming facility that is full of water but that is not being managed, you have a good idea of how important the pools filtration system is to the cleanliness and clarity of the water. The drains are part of the overall filtration system, which is responsible for keeping dirt and debris from building up in the pools. The drains are responsible for moving the water from the pools to the filter and then back to the pools.

For enhanced effectiveness, the main drains should be located at lowest points in swimming pools so that they allow flow of the water to take effect smoothly and carry debris toward the drains. Their function is boosted by presence of skimmers in clearing dirty out. Drains should always be managed well as time goes by. Over time, chlorinated water and effect sun may reduce efficiency of drains covers and make them get brittle and begin to crack.

For maximum effectiveness, the main drains need to be located at the lowest point in the pools so that the flow of water will carry these things toward the drains. Most pools will also have one or more skimmer drains located around the perimeter of a pool at the water edge. These drains perform the same function as the main drains and remove any dirt and debris that floats on the surface.

The work of suctioning can be dangerous and body parts might totally be stuck into drainer and injured severely if these equipments are not well managed. If this happens, it becomes difficult to remove the affected body part because of suction, especially in pools that contain one drain. This could even result to death of a person.

Pool drains must suction with safe pressure to avoid injuries to children and adults. The ratings are based on acceptable flow in gallons per minute. These covers are therefore tested before being used to ensure they are safe for use in swimming pools. By doing this test, human safety is only guaranteed if the cover is going to get proper maintenance.

If body part suction happens, it can be difficult to dislodge the affected area because of such suction, especially in pools with only one drain. This can easily lead to serious injuries and even death by drowning, which can make pool owners be taken to court or even make them serve behind bars.

As a way of improving safety it is advisable that pools owners install anti-vortex covers where needed. Those who get stuck in drains can be rescued but some may end up having permanently ruined body structures due the high suctioning pressure. It is therefore good to ensure bathe management is put in place to avoid dangers occurring.




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