A:In some jurisdictions, an attractive nuisance is applicable in the law of torts. It refers to an item that is appealing to children which a property owner may be held liable for if it causes injuries to a child. The cutoff point for "child" is not exact. The injured child will be evaluated by the courts. A pool can qualify as an attractive nuisance if a child has easy access to it. If the pool is surrounded by a fence or gate and kept locked, it will most likely not be considered an attractive nuisance.