D&D Technologies is the designer and manufacturer of the MagnaLatch® magnetically triggered gate latch and TruClose® self-closing, polymer safety gate hinges.
We are committed to preventing toddler drownings worldwide and we work closely with, and contribute to, water safety organizations globally. D&D is the founder and continuing support of the non-profit organization, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance (www.NDPA.org), which is dedicated to drowning prevention. The MagnaLatch gate latch and TruClose gate hinge meet international pool safety codes. The MagnaLatch features dual electronic warnings: bright, flashing LED lights and an audible alarm that sound if a gate is opened or left unlatched. This provides the ability to see at glance and hear from a distance if your gate is not fully secured. MagnaLatch is the #1 child safety gate latch in the world. D&D’s products can be purchased through Home Depot, Lowes, Amazon and fencing contractors. Please call us for D&D's "Blueprint for Gate Safety" (800) 716-0888 or email us at info@ddtechusa.com
VGBA: Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act https://www.poolsafely.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/pssa.pdf
ICC: International Code Council https://www.iccsafe.org/
CPSC: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission https://www.cpsc.gov/
ASTM International – F1908 https://www.astm.org/Standards/F1908.htm
APSP: Association of Pool & Spa Professionals http://www.apsp.org/splash
NDPA National Drowning Prevention Alliance https://ndpa.org/
Pool Safely Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) https://www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/pools-and-spas
National
VGBA – Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act
CPSC pool barrier recommendations are used in the development of most codes
ICC – IBC/IRC
ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Sometimes in conflict with pool safety codes which take precedence
NFPA (National Fire Protection Assoc.)
LOCAL/STATES:
Codes vary. All offer multiple types of barriers that can be selected. Must first meet VGBA and ICC codes but can make stronger
ICC - International Building Code and International Residential Code have been adopted by all 50 states