NJ Woman Suffers Facial Burns After Handling Pool Chemicals

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A 67-year-old New Jersey woman was rushed to the hospital on Wednesday morning in Warren County after sustaining facial burns while handling pool chemicals, as reported by the local police.

The incident occurred at around 10:23 a.m. at a residence on Sand Hill Road in Blairstown Township, according to Chief Scott Johnsen of the township police. The woman was mixing chlorine in the laundry room of her home when she inadvertently splashed herself, leading to her immediate distress. Recognizing the severity of the situation, she promptly dialed 911, and the Blairstown Ambulance Corps promptly transported her for medical treatment.

The Blairstown Hose Co. No. 1, along with the Warren County Hazardous Materials Response Team, also responded to the incident in order to safely clean up the spilled chemicals, as per the police report.

The circumstances of the New Jersey woman's injuries are reminiscent of a similar situation that was reported by the National Library of Medicine when a 17-year-old lifeguard visited the emergency room with complaints of burning and irritation to his face and eyes. The patient and his friends mixed a packet of calcium hypochlorite (Pool Shock) with regular Coke inside a plastic bottle. Unfortunately, the pressure built up inside the capped bottle causing it to explode, releasing a combination of fluid, pressurized vapor, and gas.

Both incidents underscore the need to exercise caution and adhere to the best practices outlined by the CDC when handling pool chemicals. By doing so, individuals can minimize the risk of accidents and ensure the safety of themselves and others enjoying the pool.

While chlorine and other pool chemicals serve the crucial purpose of safeguarding swimmers from potential illnesses, it is vital to handle them with utmost care to avoid serious injuries, as highlighted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). According to the CDC, mishandling of pool chemicals results in approximately 4,500 visits to emergency departments across the United States each year.

To prevent pool chemical-related injuries, the CDC offers the following advice:

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SAN DIEGO, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — CamerEye™ is advancing the future of pool technology by expanding its artificial intelligence (AI) Smart Pool System to cover the entire pool lifecycle. The scalable system revolutionizes pool building and homeowner pool maintenance and safety, making it easier, safer, and smarter than ever before.

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Dominick Mondi, Executive Director of Northeast Spa and Pool Association & NESPA Foundation, Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines, and Joe Ohme, founding board member of the New Jersey Swim Safety Alliance, joined Assemblyman Sean Kean on the boardwalk in Spring Lake, New Jersey to highlight the importance of water safety education this Memorial Day weekend.

All advocates for water safety initiatives, the group gathered to support Kean's legislation (A618) which proposes that K-12 school districts be required to provide instruction on water safety. The bill is currently awaiting consideration in the Assembly Education Committee.

"The ocean and pool provide amazing opportunities for exercise, relaxation, fun, and cooling off. However, we must always be careful around water—the ocean, lakes, rivers, as well as pools and hot tubs," said Asm. Kean. "It is important that water safety is taught in schools as part of health and physical education. I hope that this is just the beginning, that learning in the classroom leads to actual swim lessons in water."

"The NESPA Foundation is focused on creating more opportunities for children to learn lifesaving water skills and introducing kids to a lifelong love of aquatics," Mondi said. "Drowning prevention starts with building respect for water and understanding water conditions. This bill helps us bring this critical information to more young people in New Jersey."

According to the CDC, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4. Drowning is the second leading cause of death for children 5-14, following motor vehicle crashes. According to data from the NJ Department of Health, 78 people died in New Jersey due to drowning in 2020.

"Drowning is the number one cause of accidental deaths for children under the age of 4, and we believe these tragedies can be avoided with proper education and awareness. Providing this information through our school system will significantly increase the accessibility of this information to children throughout the state, who otherwise might never receive it," said Oehme. "We support this legislation and similar efforts to create a broader range of delivering the message of water safety education and awareness to all."

"The best thing we can do to keep our children safe in the water is to continue talking about the lifesaving skill of learning to swim and increase access to swim education to make water safety a reality for children in need," shared Gaines, three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and Vice President of Partnerships and Development for PHTA, who leads the Step Into Swim initiative.

Affirming the NESPA Foundation's commitment to supporting swim education around our region, the Foundation has committed $25,000 to Step into Swim – an initiative of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, and its Foundation committed to safe swim education and drowning prevention. As part of this pledge, the Foundation will match donations made at www.NESPAfoundation.org. The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance will also match this doubled donation, meaning each donation is quadrupled.

Mondi added, "Partnering with Step Into Swim aligns perfectly with our efforts to educate more children and families about water safety."

For those ages 1 to 4, learning to swim from a qualified instructor drastically reduces the risk of drowning by 88 percent and is critical in keeping children safer in the water. The NESPA Foundation shares in Step Into Swim's mission to combat drowning prevention with access to free swimming lessons and educational resources that empower our children to be confident in and around water.

"I am grateful to the NESPA Foundation for their continued support of and generosity to Step Into Swim," said Gaines. "Our donors and sponsors are the driving force behind the success of this program. The NESPA Foundation's commitment to Step Into Swim allows us to help save lives, promote the benefits of swimming, and serve as an educational resource for water safety in communities where it is needed most."

About the NESPA Foundation

The NESPA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the public's pool and spa experience through charitable endeavors. To learn more about The Foundation, visit www.NESPAfoundation.org.

As a community, let's make a difference and put water safety as a top priority this entire pool season, not just during Water Safety Month.

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As Water Safety Month comes to an end, the importance of education and awareness remains a top priority, especially during the busy summer months. Drowning prevention and water safety efforts are ongoing, requiring the collective efforts of both pool owners as well as professionals to educate and promote proper safety measures. As a community, spreading the message, sharing resources, and working with organizations like the National Drowning Prevention Alliance and the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance can help to ensure a safe and enjoyable water experience for everyone.

Drowning is a leading cause of death for children aged 1-4, and it can occur quickly and silently. To effectively prevent drowning incidents, it is crucial to implement multiple layers of protection. By understanding and embracing the five layers of protection, we can actively prevent tragedies and save lives. Take a few minutes to learn these layers, and together we can create a safer environment:

These important facts highlight the critical need for ongoing education, access to swim lessons, and the implementation of preventative measures. Making water safety a priority during the pool season is crucial for families to protect their loved ones and prevent tragic incidents. Children are particularly vulnerable to drowning, and accidents can occur unexpectedly. By implementing better water safety measures, families empower themselves to respond effectively and ensure the well-being of their loved ones.

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