In-ground and above-ground pool safety

Don't forget that, for your safety, certain precautions must be taken when handling and storing chemical pool products. Be sure to read and respect the instructions concerning the recommended dosage and warnings on each label. Never put two chemical products in the water at the same time.

Always dilute products with water before pouring them in the pool. Don't forget that chlorine affects steel (rust). Most important, be sure to store your pool products out of children's reach

DANGER: Caution! when you add chlorine it is very important you add the product to the water and not the contrary, otherwise the mixture could explode! Just a few drops of water are enough to cause an explosion.

Some suggestion to ensure your safety when using the pool.

Good sense suggests establishing safety rules around the pool. Read these rules at the beginning of each season. The following are a few suggestions:

Rules to ensure safety when using the pool:

  • Avoid running, pushing and horseplay around the pool.
  • Take a shower before going swimming. This will decrease the quantity of bacteria and contaminants you introduce to the pool.
  • Limit diving to the diving board and the deep end.
  • Keep a buoy or life saving pole close to the pool.
  • Keep glass and other fragile objects away from the pool area.
  • Don't go swimming when there is thunder or lightning.

Safety Rules for young children

  • Identify shallow areas where it is safe for very young children to play.
  • Make sure that an adult is present to supervise the children all the time they are in the pool.
  • Install a fence around the pool. (Your municipality may also require a fence).

Preparations in the event of an emergency

  • Always keep a well stocked first aid kit nearby (but out of reach of children). It should be stored in a location that is clearly identified and easy to reach.
  • Keep an instruction sheet describing mouth to mouth resuscitation close to the pool. Make sure these instructions are waterproof.
  • Encourage all the members of your family to learn the mouth to mouth technique.
  • Ensure emergency phone numbers are recorded in your telephone's memory.


 

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