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Doors leading to the swimming pool area should be kept locked and
triggered by alarm if possible. |
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Install a safe pool barrier around the entire swimming pool, so that
the only reason to go through that barrier is to use the pool.
This is a must-do for families with small children. If this
isn't possible, make sure your safe pool barrier prevents access
from ALL doors, gates and windows leading into the pool area.
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You should always assume that
a child will try to beat your safe pool system.
The reasons for this are simple to understand:
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1. A child does not know
right from wrong.
2. All children are attracted to the water/pool.
3. A child does not know or understand fear.
4. You can't trust a child's judgement. |
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(If possible, print a copy of these list and post by your safe
pool area as a reminder for pool safety.) |
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In the event of a missing child,
check the pool right away even if you have a safe pool barrier. |
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Always designate a child
watcher for safe pool play during parties and events. Adults
standing nearby are not enough because they might be preoccupied when
socializing and often assume someone else is watching the kids.
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Never consider
youngsters "water safe" because they've had swimming lessons.
There are no water-safe children and there are no safe
pools. |
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No one should ever swim alone. Teach your
children to use the buddy system. Since children learn by
example, parents should follow these pool safety tips too.
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Learn CPR. Anyone responsible for children, such as babysitters,
should know CPR. Because of the time it takes for paramedics to
arrive, your CPR skills can make a
difference in someone's life. |
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Radios, CD players and ALL other electrical equipment should be
kept away from the pool area. |
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Toys
and games should not be stored or left near the pool. The lure
of toys near the pool is much too inviting for children.
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Keep
a phone and rescue equipment handy in the pool area. Make sure
they work. |
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No
drugs or alcohol when you plan to use the pool.
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Never dive into the shallow end. |
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Stay
out of the pool during thunder and lightning storms.
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