Safety

Pool Safety Guidelines

Here are some pool safety reminders to help prevent accidents and to keep your family and friends safe.

Never let children under the age of 14 swim unsupervised in a pool. Constant, vigilant supervision of infants and children is paramount at all times.
Set pool rules and stick by them. Don't allow running around the pool, which can easily cause slips to occur. Insist on safe diving and proper use of diving boards, slides and other water toys.
Always find out whether or not guests can swim. Supervise guests who can't swim the way you would a child.
Strongly consider having at least one family member trained in basic CPR.
Keep a wireless telephone near, but not too close, to the pool.
Keep these basic safety items by the pool at all times:
- Shepherd's crook or long-handled hook
- Life preserver
- First aid kit including written instructions on how to administer CPR
Be sure access to your pool area meets or exceeds local codes to keep children and uninvited guests from using your pool unsupervised.

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