Swimming Pool and Spa Safety
For millions of Americans, swimming pools and spas are great places for
families to spend time together and have fun. Yet it’s important to
ensure everyone stays safe in and around pools and spas. These rules will ensure everyone has a safe, fun time swimming and provide a worry free pool environment.
POOL RULES
1. Always have adult supervision.
2. Keep a portable telephone near the pool.
3. At least one adult family member should know CPR.
4. Never swim when there is lightning or thunder.
5. Do not allow running on the edge of the pool.
6. Keep large floating toys out of the pool - they block the view.
7. Keep deck areas free of clutter.
8. Teach all children to swim as early as possible.
9. Never allow young children to dive into a pool.
10. Install pool lights for night vision.
11. Have a clear view of the pool from inside your home.
12. Remove automatic vacuums from the pool before swimming.
13. Keep pool chemicals locked away.
14. Never allow extension cords near a pool.
15. Make sure your babysitters can swim - have them show you.
16. Verify your swimming pool fencing is installed properly and the pool gates are closed.
17. Know the depth of the pool and the shape of the pool bottom before you dive.
18. Avoid drains and other suction outlets.
19. Keep grates and drain covers in good repair and properly secured in place
20. Have your pool and pool equipment inspected by a professional on a regular basis.
POOL RULES
1. Always have adult supervision.
2. Keep a portable telephone near the pool.
3. At least one adult family member should know CPR.
4. Never swim when there is lightning or thunder.
5. Do not allow running on the edge of the pool.
6. Keep large floating toys out of the pool - they block the view.
7. Keep deck areas free of clutter.
8. Teach all children to swim as early as possible.
9. Never allow young children to dive into a pool.
10. Install pool lights for night vision.
11. Have a clear view of the pool from inside your home.
12. Remove automatic vacuums from the pool before swimming.
13. Keep pool chemicals locked away.
14. Never allow extension cords near a pool.
15. Make sure your babysitters can swim - have them show you.
16. Verify your swimming pool fencing is installed properly and the pool gates are closed.
17. Know the depth of the pool and the shape of the pool bottom before you dive.
18. Avoid drains and other suction outlets.
19. Keep grates and drain covers in good repair and properly secured in place
20. Have your pool and pool equipment inspected by a professional on a regular basis.