Swimming Pool Safety Checklist

• Child Safety Deck

  Having a deck can act as a safe precation and of course there is also all the benefits that come along with a deck for relaxing. Here are some important things to consider when installing a deck.

  • Clear plastic decks can be installed indoors.
  • You can have a metal deck all around your pool.
  • Install your safety deck long before your baby arrives.
  • Think ahead if moving to a new home.
  • Always put pool safety covers even if your deck is up.
  • Select the best building materials for your deck.
  • Give special care to the hot tub.

• Child Safety Pool Fence

  Having a pool fence is an excellent step in providing a safe enviroment around your swimming pool. There are several types of fence options to consider when picking the type of fence that will work best for you and your family.

  • Aluminum fencing is an excellent option
  • Wrought iron fence information
  • Chain link fencing
  • Mesh fencing
  • Wooden pool fences
  • Solid panel PVC fences
  • Glass panel pool fencing

• Child Hot Tub Safety

  Hot tub safety for kids is greatly overlooked. There are several unique precations to take when children are using and playing around hot tubs.

  • Never let your child use the hot tub without adult supervision.
  • Never let your child run around near the hot tub.
  • Always hold your child's hair up or in a bathing cap before entering the hot tub.
  • Limit the time that your child will spend in the hot tub.
  • The maturity and body size of your child must determine if they will join you in the hot tub.
  • Always use a child hot tub safety cover when the hot tub is not in use.
  • Always disinfect your hot tub before you consider letting your child in.

• Pool Safety Covers

  A pool cover is a must! We have all tripped over our own 2 feet at some point in our lives, some children are espically skilled at this. Having a simple pool cover will save lives.

  • Know the difference between the different types of pool covers.
  • Choose the best features for your household.
  • An automated pool cover has more benefits than a manual one.
  • Get covers for your hot tub, too.
  • Use safety pool covers together with other safety devices.


• Above Ground Pool Covers

  Not only is this a simple step to take to ensure there are no accidents, but having a pool cover will also benfit the overall maintenace of your pool.

  • The material should be appropriate for your child's age.
  • Seasonal pool covers are not safety covers
  • Above ground pool covers are relatively expensive
  • Get the cover custom made for your pool.
  • Combine other safety measures with above ground pool covers.
  • Install the safety cover on the pool safety deck.

• Above Ground Pools

  Having an Above Ground Pool has unique challenges with respect to child safety. There is no limit to what can be done to ensure all kids are prefectly safe while in and around the pool.

  • Know the swimming pool regulations in your state.
  • Install a child safety deck around your swimming pool
  • All latches should be permanently lockable.
  • Get a functioning swimming pool alarm installed.
  • Your above ground pool should have a pool safety cover.
  • The ladder or steps to the pool should be secured.
  • The ladder should also be stable
  • Pool cleaning tools should be kept away from your child.

• Swimming Pool Alarm

  Having a swimming pool alarm installed can be a great asset. As with a swimming pool fence there are several options with respect to swimmng pool alarms.

  • Wave sensor pool alarms.
  • Infrared motion detector alarms.
  • Voice alarms.
  • Gate alarms.
  • Door alarms.
  • Perimeter alarms.

• Child Safety Pool

  Simple tips to follow to ensure all children around pools are safe and prevent any tragic accident.

  • All entrances to the pool must have high locks
  • Personal Flotation Device (PFD) and Life Jackets versus Swimming Aids or Pool Toys
  • All swimming fun toys are removed from the pool after use.
  • Back-up swimming pool systems are installed
  • The pool and hot tub have a child safety deck
  • Rescue tools are always within reach
  • Parents and caregivers are aware that drowning is possible.

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